The Auroville Film Festival: Call for entries - 15 June 2017

 The Auroville Film Festival is a biennial film festival that started in 2009 and established itself as a success with editions in 2011, 2013 and 2015. It is a central contribution to the cultural life in Auroville, an international township in the making in South India.
The aim of the Auroville Film Festival is to connect with people and cultures within and beyond Auroville and to further the aspiration of human unity by showcasing films that develop the theme of human unity. We feature films that are created in and around Auroville, as well as international films that explore the theme of human unity.
Films are screened in the 3 Auroville related categories
- Films made by Aurovilians, bioregion residents or guests of Auroville
- Films made about Auroville / bioregion
- Films made by students of Auroville / bioregion
and the international category
- Films that develop the theme of Human Unity
Our unique structure allows us to incorporate local participation in the screening of films, the creation of art installations, the creation of posters, and other festive activities. With three screening venues, including one outdoor venue, outdoor music performances in the evenings, a food court, a discussion area and by showing films made by local filmmakers twice, we attract large audiences and enable an exciting festival ambience.
according to the spirit of Auroville: No entry fees. No submission fees.

Awards & Prizes

The prizes will be in kind and expressive of the spirit of Auroville.

Rules & Terms

a) The screening format in the main venue is digital file in 720p HD. All films must be delivered to the festival either on a standard video-DVD or as online format in 720p or 1080p and uploaded to vimeo (https://vimeo.com) or dropbox (https://www.dropbox.com), and the hyperlink sent with the submission form.
b) Films of any duration will be accepted.
c) The films for the first 3 categories must have been completed after 15 August 2015.
d) The films for the 4th category must have been completed after 1 January 2014.
e) Cinema Paradiso will take responsibility for the final selection of all films.
f) If a film is rejected from one category, but is suitable for another one, it will automatically be transferred.
g) The categories are:
Films made by Aurovilians, bioregion residents or films made in Auroville by guests of Auroville;
Films made about Auroville/bioregion;
Films made by students of Auroville/bioregion;
Films which develop the theme of Human Unity.
h) The prizes will be in kind and expressive of the spirit of Auroville.
i) 3 jury members will judge the first 3 categories of films. No Aurovilians and no-one involved in the selection or organization process will serve on this jury. There will be a separate prize for the audience vote for films made by students.
j) The 4th category will be judged by a separate jury of 3, at least one of whom will be Aurovilian and none of whom will be involved in the selection or organization process. There will be a separate prize for the audience vote for this category.
k) Our festival is totally non-commercial (no fee for submissions / no entrance fee to view festival programs, however, of course, any donations will be gratefully accepted
l) No DVDs will be returned. They will be archived.
m) Deadline for submission of DVDs and online formats for the first 3 categories is July 31, 2017.
n) Deadline for submission of DVDs and online formats for the 4th category (human unity) is June 15, 2017.
o) Non-English submission must have English subtitles.
p) Submit your work online at http://filmfestival.auroville.org

INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL OF ODISHA - Last date of submission : 30 July 2017

http://www.iffo.in/

The 1st International Wildlife Animal & Environment Film festival of Odisha & 3rd International Children Film Festival 2017 will be staged on 14th November 2017 at Balangir. On the day films of various languages will be shown. On the day of the programme a seminar & Photography will be conducted. At many children or general public will be invited to the programme. A souvenir will be published containing messages of eminent personalities and articles.
Objectives:
• To provide a platform to children for watching good films and interact with each other
• To conduct seminars and symposium on cinema
• To encourage production of quality film
• To conduct various competition among children
• To invite eminent personalities on cinema and other arts
• To host the festival on various places every year
• To conduct any other activities for development of cinema and other arts.

Awards & Prizes

Dear Friends,
Please Send the article on related to children art & culture, emotion, Education etc through mail iffoodisha@gmail.com
with Best Regds,
Festival CEO

Rules & Terms

- Wildlife Animal & Environment related Comedy film should be submit.
- Also you May submit the Short & Documentary Film On Environment
- Children Short Film & Comedy Films should be Submit.
- Short film on women empowerment should be submit.
- short film on diabetes & Blood donation categories film should be submit.
- We don't accept any Animation Film and above 45 min. duration Film.
- The Film Should be in HD Format
- The time bound of film should be 5 minutes to 45 minutes
- Subtitle must be required, without subtitle the film should be cancelled.
- Vulgarities seen or pictures in the film should not be allowed
- The film will be view to the public after the selection from the jury members.

The International Yoga Film Festival - last date 15th March 2017

International Festival of Short Films on Culture & Tourism- February 28, 2017 Late Deadline

It is an International event to showcase and recognise authentic, artistic, effective and informative short films on culture.
Subject of film may be Culture & Tourism of any tribe, group, country. However, you are at liberty to define culture and tourism, let your film convince the Selection Committee and your film is in.

Awards & Prizes

IFFC INTERNATIONAL AWARD: Open to all filmmakers
IFFC NATIONAL AWARD: Open to all filmmakers from India only
IFFC BEST FILM ON TOURISM: Open to all film-makers
IFFC BEST FILM ON CULTURE: Open to all film-makers
IFFC BEST FILM FROM RAJASTHAN: Open to film-makers from Rajasthan
IFFC BEST FILM ON ANIMATION: Open to all film-makers
IFFC JURY AWARD: Open to all filmmakers

Rules & Terms

• The IFFC is a festival of short films based on culture and tourism. It will be held in March 2017, in Jaipur (India).
• Entry for film is free. One participant can send as many entries he/she likes. Entry form (you may copy or zerox entry form) must accompany synopsis/description, Filmography of the Producer & Director, posters (if any), still photos, press kit and Two copies of theDVD (HD Format) 1080 Resolution and sound in Stereo or Mono (preferably stereo)for consideration by the Selection Committee and finally, if selected, for screening in the festival.
• All films must be submitted by 28 Feb 2017 by post.
• All entries must be sent to the IFFC prepaid and, for your own protection, should be insured.
• DVDs submitted will not be returned, except under extreme circumstances. An additional $10 fee is needed for the return of the submission after the festival.
• Films selected for the IFFC will be announced no later than 15 February 2017.
• Please notify us by mail or email of any address changes.
• The Festival committee has the right to accept or refuse any film without assigning any reason whatsoever.
• The IFFC reserves the right to use excerpts and pictures from the film for promotion and public relation purposes.
• The film can be in any language, but it should be subtitled in English or Hindi. If the language of the film is English or Hindi, subtitle is not required.
• Running time of the film should not exceed 30 minutes.
• The film can be documentary, narrative, fiction or animation. The format of original film must be 35mm, 16mm or HD.

Cinema at the Edge is open to independent film of all genres- 15th March Last submission date

http://www.cinemaattheedge.com/

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FILM FESTIVAL LOS ANGELES

ARRIVING April 27th - 30th 2017

Four days of screenings, parties and artist programs that celebrate independent film making in the heart of Santa Monica.

Housed at the Edgemar Center for the Arts, the CATE Los Angeles Film Festival is nestled in the Frank Gehry designed complex on bustling Main Street in Santa Monica, California. The 5th Annual Cinema at the Edge Independent Film Festival (CATE) presents films of all genres that feature a distinct vision, a unique voice or a challenge to what is expected and accepted in the medium. A community staple, CATE was born out of a desire to showcase innovative films, with a commitment to quality, which push industry boundaries and explore cutting-edge cinema.

Our film festival is now accepting submissions for Narrative Features, Documentaries, and Shorts. We emphatically welcome films in all genres, from all corners of the world, whether you’re a student or a seasoned filmmaker. It is CATE’s mission to feature films which will, first and foremost, connect with audiences but also give independent filmmakers genuine exposure and additional opportunities for global distribution. This film festival is dedicated to shining the light on indie gems which continue to push this industry to new heights. Festival Director Michelle Danner is thrilled to now invite the global independent film community to submit their finest work to this vibrant, beachside community during CATE 2017.

EARLY DEADLINE: October 31, 2016

REGULAR DEADLINE: January 20, 2016

LATE DEADLINE: MARCH 15, 2017

TASI presents a full day session on The Art of Sculpting and Color Art for Animation