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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT VIRTUAL PITCH COMPETITION\nThe ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition gives writers the chance to pitch to industry professionals! Here’s how it works: \n1. Submit your best elevator pitch - a written\, typed pitch of no more than 350 words. \n2. Semifinalists will be asked to submit a 2-minute video pitch. \n3. The selected finalists will pitch live and online\, to a panel of A-list industry professionals. \nPrevious finalists have signed ON THE SPOT during the pitch competition with a Hollywood Lit Manager. Past winners and finalists have also landed meetings with companies like Verve\, Page Boy Productions\, and more. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \nAnnouncements\nSemifinalist: September 18\, 2024\nFinalist: October 16\, 2024\nWinner: November 13\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nJune 30\, 2024: $24.99\nJuly 31\, 2024: $24.99\nAugust 31\, 2024: $24.99\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition webpage for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-virtual-pitch-competition-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Pitch Competitions
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Drama Screenplay Competition - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT DRAMA SCREENPLAY COMPETITION\nAccepting TV and Feature Scripts \nDrama is at the heart of great Hollywood storytelling. Past ScreenCraft Drama competition writers have met with A24\, MGM\, HBO\, Hello Sunshine\, Bellevue\, Ryan Murphy Productions\, Anonymous Content\, and dozens more -- all through our introductions. \nThis year’s jury includes companies and clients behind Star Wars: Skeleton Crew\, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo\, The Umbrella Academy\, The West Wing and more. \nAll finalists will have a guaranteed meeting with an industry professional and be invited to an exclusive Finalist+ workshop on how to best position yourself and your writing to the industry. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nJune 30\, 2024: $49.99\nJuly 31\, 2024: $49.99\nAugust 31\, 2024: $49.99\n\n\n\n  \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: October 16\, 2024\nSemifinalist: November 13\, 2024\nFinalist: December 11\, 2024\nWinner: January 22\, 2025 \n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft Drama Screenplay Competition webpage for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-drama-screenplay-competition-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240801
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Animation & Family Screenplay Competition - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT ANIMATION & FAMILY SCREENPLAY COMPETITION\nWhether it's a heartwarming tale that brings families together or an innovative animation that pushes the boundaries of creativity\, we're looking for original stories with new voices. \nSemifinalists and winners will gain access to an exclusive workshop series with established screenwriters behind some of your favorite animation and family films. Learn from the best in the business to refine your craft\, understand the industry\, and take your storytelling to the next level. Plus\, all finalists will receive a meeting with an industry professional and a workshop to help you position yourself and your writing to the industry. \nAccepting a wide range of projects including: \n\nFour quadrant features (FAMILY SWITCH\, YES DAY\, HOCUS POCUS)\nKid’s shows (OCTONAUTS\, ADVENTURE TIME)\nAnimated features (INSIDE OUT\, NIMONA\, TROLLS\, SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDERVERSE)\nFamily TV Shows (A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS\, GOOD LUCK CHARLIE\, PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS)\nAdult animation (RICK AND MORTY\, BOB’S BURGERS)\nAnd more!\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nMay 31\, 2024: $69.99\nJune 30\, 2024: $69.99\nJuly 31\, 2024: $69.99\n\n\n\n  \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: August 28\, 2024\nSemifinalist: October 2\, 2024\nFinalist: October 30\, 2024\nWinner: December 4\, 2024 \n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft website for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-animation-family-screenplay-competition-final-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240716
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SUMMARY:Anchorage International Film Festival - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Anchorage\, Alaska\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE ANCHORAGE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nAnchorage International Film Festival mission is to develop\, promote and sustain a film festival that supports new media and independent film making in Alaska and around the world while enriching cultural and entertainment opportunities for Alaskans. Our nonprofit organization continues to play a part in expanding film screening and production opportunities throughout the state. \nBy bringing filmmakers from all parts of the country and world to Alaska\, we want artists to connect with people they might not otherwise meet\, and engage audiences in workshops\, screenings\, and plenty of celebratory parties. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 25\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 25\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nDecember 6-14\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $50\nJuly 15\, 2024: $60\nAug 20\, 2024: $75\n\n\nMade in Alaska Feature Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $35\nJuly 15\, 2024: $45\nAug 20\, 2024: $55\n\n\nExtended Short Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $40\nJuly 15\, 2024: $50\nAug 20\, 2024: $65\n\n\nShort Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $35\nJuly 15\, 2024: $45\nAug 20\, 2024: $60\n\n\nMade in Alaska Short Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $25\nJuly 15\, 2024: $35\nAug 20\, 2024: $45\n\n\nSuper Short Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $25\nJuly 15\, 2024: $35\nAug 20\, 2024: $50\n\n\n\nVisit the Anchorage International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/anchorage-international-film-festival-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:Bear Tooth Theatrepub\, 1230 West 27th Avenue\, Anchorage\, AK\, 99503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Victoria Film Festival - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Victoria\, British Columbia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE VICTORIA FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Victoria Film Festival embodies the spirit of the cinematic arts on Vancouver Island. We worship cult films\, practice wine & beer sacrifices\, offer a ritual of initiation for emerging filmmakers\, and bring unique artistic voices from Canada and around the world to local screens. \nVFF is open to all forms of creative media\, but it is deathly allergic to clichés. Every February\, we roust hibernating Victorians and islanders\, roll out the pink carpet for the sheer glam of it\, and throw a 10-day film festival across the city. \nMission\n\nThe mission of the Victoria Film Festival: Impossible.\nWhy?\nThe mission of the Victoria Film Festival is to stimulate critical analysis and inspire individuals to recognize and utilize film as a creative tool.\nNah\, you’re right\, it’s Impossible – but we’re giving it a go anyway. Wheeeeeeeeee!\n\nVision\nWe do not look at the world through pink-coloured glasses\, we simply see it as pink as a leaf\, as blue as an orange\, and as rainbowy as our ideas. Come and see for yourself. Or check out our VFF vision prescription eyewear. \nValues\n\nRespect\nIntegrity\nDiversity\nOpen communication\nCollaboration\nUnique\nForward-thinking\n\nWho do we like to hang with?\nIt’s been a long time coming but the world is opening its eyes to the brilliance of diversity. We have always shown it in our films and we strive to do it in our office.  We go for all the colours and flavours of the world and welcome everyone’s uniqueness. Thank heaven for her\, he\, and they\, you make the world shine. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 3\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nDecember 27\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nFebruary 7-16\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nJune 16\, 2024: $25\nJuly 14\, 2024: $45\nAug 18\, 2024: $55\n\n\nShort Films\nJune 16\, 2024: $25\nJuly 14\, 2024: $45\nAug 18\, 2024: $55\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Victoria Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/victoria-film-festival-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:Vic Theatre\, 808 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Slamdance Film Festival - Early Bird Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Park City\, Utah\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE SLAMDANCE FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Slamdance Film Festival is a showcase for raw and innovative filmmaking that lives and bleeds by its mantra: By Filmmakers\, For Filmmakers. Slamdance has created a track record for showcasing breakthrough artists that is beyond dispute. Filmmakers who first presented their work at the festival are now amongst the biggest names in the entertainment industry. Alumni who have shown their early short films and debut features at Slamdance include Rian Johnson (Knives Out)\, Ari Aster (Midsommar)\, Gina Prince-Bythewood (The Old Guard)\, The Russo Brothers (Avengers: Endgame)\, Bong Joon Ho (Parasite)\, Lena Dunham (Girls)\, Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians)\, Lynn Shelton (Little Fires Everywhere) and Christopher Nolan (Dunkirk). \nThe Slamdance Film Festival accepts films in every genre\, on any topic\, from every country around the world. We spotlight low-budget Narrative and Documentary Features by first-time directors\, Breakout Features from non-first time directors\, short films across genres\, and episodes. We do not disqualify any films based on premiere status or date of completion. \nThe festival program is selected entirely from our blind submissions pool and no films are given special treatment based on who made them or who they know. Over 200 Slamdance alumni filmmakers are responsible for the programming and organization of the festival. Comprised of a variety of backgrounds\, interests\, and talents\, but with no individual filmmaker’s vote valued more than any other\, Slamdance committees have been able to stay close to its original DIY spirit and continue to champion the bleeding-edge of contemporary filmmaking. \n"Of all the Sundance myths that developed over the last 35 years\, the biggest fallacy is that of being magically discovered and launching one’s career on a snow-covered January evening in Park City. If anything\, when that does happen\, it’s across the street at Slamdance” - IndieWire \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nMay 8\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nDecember 19\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nFebruary 20-26\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nJuly 8\, 2024 : $65\nAug 12\, 2024: $85\nSept 16\, 2024: $110\nOct 11\, 2024: $125\n\n\nShort Films\nJuly 8\, 2024: $45\nAug 12\, 2024: $60\nSept 16\, 2024: $70\nOct 11\, 2024: $85\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Slamdance Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/slamdance-film-festival-early-bird-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Calgary Underground Film Festival - Open For Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Calgary\, Alberta\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE CALGARY UNDERGROUND FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Calgary Underground Film Festival (CUFF) is Western Canada's premiere genre festival\, and one of Calgary’s most anticipated events for film fans. Recently\, CUFF has been named one of The Best Horror Festivals in the World\, 2022 by Dread Central\, and in 2023 and 2021 was selected as one of the World’s 50 Best Genre Festivals and one of 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee by MovieMaker Magazine. \nFounded in 2003\, CUFF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to programming films that defy convention. Through the screening of contemporary works in various categories that include: feature\, documentary\, animation and shorts – we bring Calgarians a unique roster of films rarely seen in North American theatres. We actively look to showcase titles in all genres\, from horror\, sci-fi and fantasy to comedies\, thrillers and music-related films. In addition to finding great films we are committed to introducing you to the people behind the lens\, by showcasing local and international indie filmmakers. We are proud to contribute to Calgary's thriving arts community and are thrilled to bring innovative and challenging selections to all film enthusiasts. \nGUIDELINES\n1) Features films: must be a Calgary premiere\, and not have screened in theatre\, local festival or Canadian broadcast before our dates.\n2) Short films: Priority is given to films which have not yet screened in Calgary.\n3) We do not program films which were finished prior to last year's festival.\n4) Films must not have been released on VOD or available to Canadian audiences.\n5) If you change your screener link or password\, and do not notify us on your own\, it could end up not being seen. We do our best to follow up\, but can not always do so. \n*Free for alumni and Alberta filmmakers. Please email the festival for a waiver code if you meet either of these criteria. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJuly 2\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nMarch 17\, 2025 \nEvent Date\nApril 17 - 27\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nRegular\n\n\nFeatures (International)\nFeb 3\, 2025: $40\n\n\nFeatures (Canadian)\nFeb 3\, 2025: $30\n\n\nShort Films (International)\nFeb 3\, 2025: $20\n\n\nShort Films (Canadian)\nFeb 3\, 2025: $15\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Calgary Underground Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/calgary-underground-film-festival-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:Globe Cinema\, 617 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2P 1H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:Chicago International Film Festival - Late Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Chicago\, Illinois\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Chicago International Film Festival is North America’s longest-running competitive film festival\, presented by its parent organization\, Cinema/Chicago. Filmmaker and graphic artist Michael Kutza founded Cinema/Chicago in 1964 to provide an alternative to the commercial Hollywood movies that dominated the city’s theaters. \nThe Festival opened in 1965 at the Carnegie Theater\, where King Vidor\, Bette Davis\, and Stanley Kramer were honored for their contributions to American cinema. Since then\, the Festival has grown to become a world-renowned annual event. The Festival’s in-person tributes have honored such international luminaries as François Truffaut\, Orson Welles\, Sophia Loren\, Rainer Werner Fassbinder\, Satyajit Ray\, Howard Hawks\, George Cukor\, Spike Lee\, Lucino Visconti\, Faye Dunaway\, Clint Eastwood\, Steven Spielberg\, Quentin Tarantino\, Sidney Poitier\, Patrice Chéreau\, Ron Howard\, J.A. Bayona\, Viola Davis\, Bruce Dern\, and Kevin Kline. \nSeeking out the best in international cinema\, the Festival has discovered new talents and opened windows to a world of film previously or otherwise unavailable in Chicago. Over the years\, the Festival has introduced creative new directors like Martin Scorsese\, Wim Wenders\, Bertrand Tavernier\, Margarethe von Trotta\, and Krzysztof Kieslowski\, among many others\, to Chicago. The Festival is also dedicated to showcasing films made by filmmakers from across the state of Illinois. \nProceeds from the Festival benefit Cinema/Chicago’s programs throughout the year\, including the Summer Screenings Program (May through October)\, CineYouth Festival (May)\, and year-round Education Program and Members Film Screening Series. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 16\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 13\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nOctober 16 - 27\, 2024 \nEarlybird deadline entries must be postmarked/submitted online by April 8\, 2024.\nRegular deadline entries must be postmarked/submitted online by June 10\, 2024.\nLate deadline entries must be postmarked/submitted online by July 1\, 2024. \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nApril 8\, 2024: $90\nJune 10\, 2024: $100\nJuly 1\, 2024: $200\n\n\nStudent Film Feature Length\nApril 8\, 2024: $40\nJune 10\, 2024: $50\nJuly 1\, 2024: $80\n\n\nShort Films\nApril 8\, 2024: $45\nJune 10\, 2024: $60\nJuly 1\, 2024: $80\n\n\nStudent Film Shorts\nApril 8\, 2024: $20\nJune 10\, 2024: $30\nJuly 1\, 2024: $50\n\n\n\nVisit the Chicago International Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/chicago-international-film-festival-late-deadline/
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CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft TV Pilot Screenplay Competition - Open For Submissions
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT TV PILOT SCREENPLAY COMPETITION\nOur TV Competition has a history of getting writers signed\, staffed\, and sold. It’s one of our most successful competitions\, period. Winners of this year’s competition receive cash prizes\, exclusive workshops\, and introductions to industry professionals. \nWe’re looking for pilots that push genre boundaries like Stranger Things\, inspire change like Abbott Elementary and Grey’s Anatomy\, transport us to other worlds like The Last of Us and Dark Matter\, and entertain like The Bear\, Girls5Eva and Beef. \nAll finalists are guaranteed a meeting with an industry professional and will be invited to an exclusive workshop on how you can best position yourself and your writing in Hollywood. Plus a Q&A session with Emmy-nominated writer and showrunner Kirk Ward (THE CONTINENTAL). This is your opportunity to get your script in front of the people who matter. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJune 30\, 2024 \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: October 23\, 2024\nSemifinalist: November 20\, 2024\nFinalist: January 8\, 2025\nWinner: January 29\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nJuly 31\, 2024\nAug 31\, 2024\nSept 30\, 2024\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the TV Pilot Screenplay Competition webpage for competition rules\, eligibility\, selection criteria\, jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-tv-pilot-screenplay-competition-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition - Early Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT VIRTUAL PITCH COMPETITION\nThe ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition gives writers the chance to pitch to industry professionals! Here’s how it works: \n1. Submit your best elevator pitch - a written\, typed pitch of no more than 350 words. \n2. Semifinalists will be asked to submit a 2-minute video pitch. \n3. The selected finalists will pitch live and online\, to a panel of A-list industry professionals. \nPrevious finalists have signed ON THE SPOT during the pitch competition with a Hollywood Lit Manager. Past winners and finalists have also landed meetings with companies like Verve\, Page Boy Productions\, and more. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \nAnnouncements\nSemifinalist: September 18\, 2024\nFinalist: October 16\, 2024\nWinner: November 13\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nJune 30\, 2024: $24.99\nJuly 31\, 2024: $24.99\nAugust 31\, 2024: $24.99\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft Virtual Pitch Competition webpage for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-virtual-pitch-competition-early-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Pitch Competitions
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Drama Screenplay Competition - Early Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT DRAMA SCREENPLAY COMPETITION\nAccepting TV and Feature Scripts \nDrama is at the heart of great Hollywood storytelling. Past ScreenCraft Drama competition writers have met with A24\, MGM\, HBO\, Hello Sunshine\, Bellevue\, Ryan Murphy Productions\, Anonymous Content\, and dozens more -- all through our introductions. \nThis year’s jury includes companies and clients behind Star Wars: Skeleton Crew\, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo\, The Umbrella Academy\, The West Wing and more. \nAll finalists will have a guaranteed meeting with an industry professional and be invited to an exclusive Finalist+ workshop on how to best position yourself and your writing to the industry. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nJune 30\, 2024: $49.99\nJuly 31\, 2024: $49.99\nAugust 31\, 2024: $49.99\n\n\n\n  \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: October 16\, 2024\nSemifinalist: November 13\, 2024\nFinalist: December 11\, 2024\nWinner: January 22\, 2025 \n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft Drama Screenplay Competition webpage for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-drama-screenplay-competition-early-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T062035Z
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Film Fund Grant Program - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT FILM FUND GRANT PROGRAM\nWith $30\,000 in grant funds available\, this unique grant program is designed to help fund your vision.  \nWe consider a range of projects\, from treatments to standalone screenplays\, to fully-packaged projects seeking finishing funds and will choose 1 - 4 projects to fund. Grant amounts will vary depending on the scale and merit of each project. \nScreenCraft will offer production grants to talented creators for narrative features\, short films\, TV pilot series scripts\, and documentaries that display originality\, vision & exceptional potential. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nSubmission Deadline\nApril 30\, 2024: $59.99\nMay 31\, 2024: $59.99\nJune 30\, 2024: $59.99\n\n\n\n  \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: July 17\, 2024\nSemifinalist: August 14\, 2024\nFinalist: September 11\, 2024\nWinner: October 2\, 2024 \n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft website for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-film-fund-grant-program-final-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Competitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240604T185502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T061036Z
UID:3929-1719705600-1719791999@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Animation & Family Screenplay Competition - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT ANIMATION & FAMILY SCREENPLAY COMPETITION\nWhether it's a heartwarming tale that brings families together or an innovative animation that pushes the boundaries of creativity\, we're looking for original stories with new voices. \nSemifinalists and winners will gain access to an exclusive workshop series with established screenwriters behind some of your favorite animation and family films. Learn from the best in the business to refine your craft\, understand the industry\, and take your storytelling to the next level. Plus\, all finalists will receive a meeting with an industry professional and a workshop to help you position yourself and your writing to the industry. \nAccepting a wide range of projects including: \n\nFour quadrant features (FAMILY SWITCH\, YES DAY\, HOCUS POCUS)\nKid’s shows (OCTONAUTS\, ADVENTURE TIME)\nAnimated features (INSIDE OUT\, NIMONA\, TROLLS\, SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDERVERSE)\nFamily TV Shows (A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS\, GOOD LUCK CHARLIE\, PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS)\nAdult animation (RICK AND MORTY\, BOB’S BURGERS)\nAnd more!\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nMay 31\, 2024: $69.99\nJune 30\, 2024: $69.99\nJuly 31\, 2024: $69.99\n\n\n\n  \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: August 28\, 2024\nSemifinalist: October 2\, 2024\nFinalist: October 30\, 2024\nWinner: December 4\, 2024 \n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft website for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-animation-family-screenplay-competition-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240604T013227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T060809Z
UID:4622-1719705600-1719791999@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Action & Adventure Screenplay Competition - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT ACTION & ADVENTURE SCREENPLAY COMPETITION\nAccepting TV and Feature Scripts \nScreenCraft's Action & Adventure competition has consistently led to writers signing with literary reps at companies including Bellevue Productions\, Rascality Entertainment\, Kersey Management\, Citizen Skull\, Greenlit Management and more. \nSo whether it’s a pressure cooker moment\, a ticking clock\, or saving the world from destruction\, we're looking for scripts that can keep us on the edge of our seats. \nWe are thrilled to welcome Emmy-nominated screenwriter Joe Robert Cole\, co-writer of BLACK PANTHER and BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER\, as a VIP Mentor for this year’s competition. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 30\, 2024 \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: July 31\, 2024\nSemifinalist: August 28\, 2024\nFinalist: September 25\, 2024\nWinner: October 16\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nScreenplay Submission Deadline\nApril 30\, 2024: $79.99\nMay 31\, 2024: $79.99\nJune 30\, 2024: $79.99\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft website for information about jury members\, prizes and more.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-action-adventure-screenplay-competition-final-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240630
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240503T011024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T052629Z
UID:465-1719705600-1719791999@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:Palm Springs International Film Festival - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Palm Springs\, California\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nOUR MISSION\nThe Palm Springs International Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization whose mission is to cultivate and promote the art and science of film through education and cross-cultural awareness. \nOUR VISION\nPalm Springs International Film Society strives for a world in which enlightenment\, knowledge and tolerance prevail. We believe film as an art form has the power to bridge cultures and illuminate the universality of the human experience. \nThe Palm Springs International Film Society enthusiastically pursues its artistic and public service goals; to enrich\, to educate\, to entertain\, to initiate cultural dialogue and celebrate cinematic excellence in any language. Our principle objectives encompass promoting film to an ever-widening audience as a powerful medium that inspires creativity\, encourages introspection and compels exploration. The Society aims for a leadership role in providing an extensive forum for multicultural exchange in the Coachella Valley and beyond.\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 2\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nNovember 8\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nJanuary 2-13\, 2025\n  \n\n\n\n\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nNarrative & Documentary Feature Films\nMay 31\, 2024: $75\nJune 30\, 2024: $95\n\n\n\n \nVisit the Palm Springs International Film Festival website for more information. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/palm-springs-international-film-festival-final-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240608T204138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T053901Z
UID:1963-1719532800-1719619199@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest - Extended Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE FINAL DRAFT BIG BREAK SCREENWRITING CONTEST\nFinal Draft’s Big Break Screenwriting Contest is an annual\, international feature film and television screenwriting contest designed to help launch the careers of aspiring writers. Writers who have entered Big Break have had their screenplays optioned\, sold\, and have secured high-profile representation. \nAward Categories\nThis year we celebrate 11 Category Winners\, 2 Grand Prize Winners\, and a Short Script Winner. Over 60 past winners have sold scripts\, received representation or gone on to professional writing careers. \n- Feature Awards \n\nAction/Adventure\nComedy/Rom-Com\nDiversity\nDrama\nFamily/Animated\nPeriod/Historical/War\nSci-Fi/Fantasy\nThriller/Horror\n\n- Television Awards \n\nDiversity\nHalf-Hour Pilot\nHour-Long Pilot\n\n- Short Film Award \n  \nRules & Eligibility\nFees and Deadlines\n\n$35.00 – Early Bird Deadline Shorts Standard Entry April 15\, 2024\n$75.00 – Early Bird Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback April 15\, 2024\n$45.00 – Early Bird Deadline Standard Entry April 15\, 2024\n$110.00 – Early Bird Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback April 15\, 2024\n$45.00 – Regular Deadline Shorts Standard Entry May 20\, 2024\n$85.00 – Regular Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback May 20\, 2024\n$65.00 – Regular Deadline Standard Entry May 20\, 2024\n$130.00 – Regular Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback May 20\, 2024\n$55.00 – Extended Deadline Shorts Standard Entry June 10\, 2024\n$95.00 – Extended Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback June 10\, 2024\n$75.00 – Extended Deadline Standard Entry June 10\, 2024\n$140.00 – Extended Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback June 10\, 2024\n$65.00 – Last Chance Deadline Shorts Standard Entry June 28\, 2024\n$105.00 – Last Chance Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback June 28\, 2024\n$85.00 – Last Chance Deadline Standard Entry June 28\, 2024\n$150.00 – Last Chance Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback June 28\, 2024\n\nDates reflect deadlines for electronic submission of scripts. All entries must be electronically submitted by midnight (Pacific Time) on their respective deadlines. \n  \nSubmissions\n\nThe Big Break Screenwriting Contest only accepts online entry of feature film\, television\, and short screenplays (original pilot scripts only – miniseries cannot be accepted).\nNo printed scripts will be accepted.\nTo enter your script electronically\, you must submit your screenplay in PDF format. You are not required to use Final Draft in order to enter the Contest.\nAll submissions should consist of: – Full-length screenplays (approximately 80 to 120 pages); – Teleplays (hour-long approximately 40 to 70 pages\, half hour approximately 20 to 35 pages); – Short script screenplays (maximum 20 pages).\nAny entries over 150 pages WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. For feature and teleplay\, entries less than 20 pages that are clearly not a screenplay (comic books\, etc.) will also be disqualified.\nAll necessary information is captured upon entry of digital submissions\, so title pages should be removed or contact information must be deleted from the title page. The title of the script will be provided to the reader as part of the file name and in the judging form.\nDo NOT include personally identifying information (name\, etc.) ANYWHERE in your script as this will result in INSTANT DISQUALIFICATION. This includes: – Writers name\, WGA or representation info on the title page; – Writers name on ANY page of the script; – Writers name within the script’s file name.\nEntry should consist of a screenplay\, teleplay\, or short script only. Do not include resumes\, pitches\, synopses\, casting suggestions\, letters\, or other supporting documentation with your submission. Judges will not receive these materials.\nThe exception is original hour-long and half-hour TV entries\, which may include standard supplementary materials\, such as lists of recurring characters and future episodes\, as part of the screenplay. This information would need to be included within the same file\, at the end of the script.\nEntrants who select to receive feedback on their screenplay will be given at least 550 words of assessment from a competition reader. Feedback will be automatically emailed to entrants upon its completion.\n\n  \nContest Announcement Dates\n\nAugust 23\, 2024 (Quarterfinalists)\nSeptember 20\, 2024 (Semifinalists)\nOctober 11\, 2024 (Finalists)\nNovember 1\, 2024 (Category Winners)\nDecember 4\, 2024 (Grand Prize Winners)\n\n  \nEligibility\n\nThe Big Break Contest is open to any individual who is 18 years of age or older at the date of entry and has access to the Internet.\nEmployees\, officers\, directors\, contractors and agents\, and their immediate families and household members regardless of where they live\, or members of the same households (whether related or not) of Cast & Crew Production Software\, dba Final Draft and its respective divisions\, affiliates\, subsidiaries\, agents\, Big Break Contest sponsors\, and advertising agencies (collectively\, the “contest providers”)\, are not eligible to participate in the Contest or to win any prize.\nScreenplays under option at the time of submission are not eligible.\nAdaptations are not eligible unless the source material was written by the screenwriter of the entry in question. Scripts are not eligible if the source material has been sold\, produced\, or is currently under option to any third party.\nGrand Prize winners in Features and TV\, category winners\, and Short Script Award winners are not eligible to re-enter their winning scripts in future Big Break Contests. They are\, however\, eligible to enter different scripts for consideration. Grand Prize Feature and TV winners\, as well as category winners\, receive a free entry in the 2024 Big Break Contest as part of their 2023 prize package.\n\n \nVisit the Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest website for more information\, including multiple entries\, co-writers & prize division\, revisions\, refunds & resubmissions\, prize conditions\, ownership and industry releases\, and general provisions. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/final-draft-big-break-screenwriting-contest-extended-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240622
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20220720T011101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240216T054306Z
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SUMMARY:Hawaii International Film Festival - Late Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Honolulu\, Hawaii\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE HAWAII INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nHIFF's MISSION\nAs the vanguard forum of international cinematic achievement in the Asia-Pacific region\, Hawaii International Film Festival (HIFF) endeavors to recognize new and emerging talent\, promote career development and original collaborations through innovative education programs\, and facilitate dynamic cultural exchange through the cinema arts. \nHIFF started as a project of the East-West Center\, an educational and research institution created by U.S. Congress and located on the University of Hawai’i Manoa campus in Honolulu. Jeannette Paulson Hereniko was HIFF’s Founding Director\, from 1981 to 1996. In 1981\, HIFF’s inaugural year\, the program consisted of seven films from six countries which were viewed by an audience of 5\,000. \nHIFF has become a premiere cinematic event in the Pacific and annually attracts more than 50\,000 film enthusiasts from around the state\, the nation and throughout the world. It is one of the premier film festivals in the United States and the only festival spread across an archipelago. \nHIFF annually presents a series of prizes for established and emerging filmmakers at its annual Awards Gala. In addition to its main competitions\, the festival also honors filmmakers for special accomplishments and contributions to cinema culture. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 9\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nAugust 30\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nOctober 2 - 13\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nFeb 16\, 2024: $55\nApr 26\, 2024: $65\nJune 21\, 2024: $75\n\n\nShort Films\nFeb 16\, 2024: $45\nApr 26\, 2024: $55\nJune 21\, 2024: $65\n\n\nPacific Islander Showcase Features/Shorts\nFeb 16\, 2024: $35\nApr 26\, 2024: $35\nJune 21\, 2024: $35\n\n\nMade in Hawaii Features/Shorts\nFeb 16\, 2024: $25\nApr 26\, 2024: $25\nJune 21\, 2024: $25\n\n\n\n \nVisit the Hawaii International Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/hawaii-international-film-festival-late-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240620
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240701
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20220720T012113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T061104Z
UID:457-1718841600-1719791999@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:Dances With Films
DESCRIPTION:Hollywood\, California\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT DANCES WITH FILMS\nDefiantly Independent Since 1998\nSince 1998 DANCES WITH FILMS has grown from presenting a handful of films to more than 200 each year… from narrative features and shorts to include the top documentaries\, music videos tv & web on the circuit today. In 2007 DWF brought new commitment to the indie world with the advent of the 2 Minute\, 2 Step Short Film Challenge where we actually shoot 10 films during the festival and present them to enthusiastic audiences. In 2012 the festival moved to its current location – the famed Chinese Theatre in the heart of Hollywood.  From there it has expanded to 11 days with ever increasing sold out theatres. \nOur Mission\nDANCES WITH FILMS (DWF:LA)\, champions the unflinching spirit at the very core of the independent film scene. While the vast majority of film fests rely heavily on celebrity\, we have relied on the innovation\, talent\, creativity and sweat equity that revolutionized the entertainment industry. And that reliance continues to prove successful with alumni moving on to write\, direct and produce celebrity-studded vehicles\, star in blockbuster movies and television series\, produce multi-million dollar films and create hit TV shows. Oh…. and we even have several OSCAR® nominees… In a world of homogenized\, formulaic film festivals\, DWF:LA continues to defy the rules. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nNovember 27\, 2023 \nNotification Date\nMay 3\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nJune 20 - 30\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nStandard\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nFeature Films\nJan 12\, 2024: $65\nFeb 12\, 2024: $75\nMar 15\, 2024: $85\nApr 5\, 2024: $105\n\n\nShort Films\nJan 12\, 2024: $45\nFeb 12\, 2024: $55\nMar 15\, 2024: $65\nApr 5\, 2024: $85\n\n\n\n \nVisit the Dances With Films website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/dances-with-films/
LOCATION:TCL Chinese 6 Theatres\, 6801 Hollywood Blvd\, Hollywood\, CA\, 90028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240609T193101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240609T193400Z
UID:2551-1718755200-1719619199@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:Raindance Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:London\, England\n  \nABOUT THE RAINDANCE FILM FESTIVAL\nDiscover. Be Discovered.\nRaindance Film Festival is the largest independent film festival in the UK. Holding the 32nd festival in 2024\, Raindance is based in the heart of London’s buzzing West End film district. Raindance Film Festival is officially recognised by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences USA\, the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and the British Independent Film Awards. Selected shorts will qualify for Oscar® and BAFTA considerations. \nFestival Sections:\n\nWorld-renowned programme of the best UK and international independent films\nHouse of Raindance – talks and panels\nRaindance VRX programme for virtual reality and new media\nNetworking events\n\nRaindance Jury Awards\n\nBest Documentary Feature\nBest International Feature\nBest UK Feature\n      Best UK Director\n      Best UK Performance\n      Best UK Cinematography\nElisar Cabrera Discovery Award for Debut Feature\n      Discovery Award Director\n      Discovery Award Performance\nBest Documentary Short\nBest Animated Short\nShort of the Festival\nRaindance Icon Award\nRaindance Immersive Awards\n\nEach year\, Raindance attracts 16\,000 visitors including 500 industry professionals into London. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \nNotification Date\nTBA \nEvent Date\nJune 19 - 28\, 2024 \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nTBA\nTBA\nTBA\n\n\nShort Films\nTBA\nTBA\nTBA\n\n\n\n \nVisit the Raindance Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/raindance-film-festival/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240617
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240520T222647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T222647Z
UID:4602-1718496000-1718582399@motionpicturemaker.com
SUMMARY:Victoria Film Festival - Early Bird Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Victoria\, British Columbia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE VICTORIA FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Victoria Film Festival embodies the spirit of the cinematic arts on Vancouver Island. We worship cult films\, practice wine & beer sacrifices\, offer a ritual of initiation for emerging filmmakers\, and bring unique artistic voices from Canada and around the world to local screens. \nVFF is open to all forms of creative media\, but it is deathly allergic to clichés. Every February\, we roust hibernating Victorians and islanders\, roll out the pink carpet for the sheer glam of it\, and throw a 10-day film festival across the city. \nMission\n\nThe mission of the Victoria Film Festival: Impossible.\nWhy?\nThe mission of the Victoria Film Festival is to stimulate critical analysis and inspire individuals to recognize and utilize film as a creative tool.\nNah\, you’re right\, it’s Impossible – but we’re giving it a go anyway. Wheeeeeeeeee!\n\nVision\nWe do not look at the world through pink-coloured glasses\, we simply see it as pink as a leaf\, as blue as an orange\, and as rainbowy as our ideas. Come and see for yourself. Or check out our VFF vision prescription eyewear. \nValues\n\nRespect\nIntegrity\nDiversity\nOpen communication\nCollaboration\nUnique\nForward-thinking\n\nWho do we like to hang with?\nIt’s been a long time coming but the world is opening its eyes to the brilliance of diversity. We have always shown it in our films and we strive to do it in our office.  We go for all the colours and flavours of the world and welcome everyone’s uniqueness. Thank heaven for her\, he\, and they\, you make the world shine. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nApril 3\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nDecember 27\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nFebruary 7-16\, 2025 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nJune 16\, 2024: $25\nJuly 14\, 2024: $45\nAug 18\, 2024: $55\n\n\nShort Films\nJune 16\, 2024: $25\nJuly 14\, 2024: $45\nAug 18\, 2024: $55\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the Victoria Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/victoria-film-festival-early-bird-deadline/
LOCATION:Vic Theatre\, 808 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2B7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20240213T214944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T214944Z
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SUMMARY:Atlantic International Film Festival - Extended Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Halifax\, Nova Scotia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE ATLANTIC INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Atlantic International Film Festival has grown into one of Canada’s premier celebrations of film and filmmaking\, an essential platform for our regional industry alongside the best new national and international offerings. Celebrating its 44th year in 2024\, the festival began as a tiny\, grassroots operation in St. John’s\, Newfoundland in 1981\, relocating to Halifax the following year. Providing an immersive escape and experience for movie lovers\, filmmakers\, and industry professionals worldwide\, AIFF continues to take place at Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane in the heart of historic downtown Halifax\, Nova Scotia. \nAIFF carefully curates our selections to bring audiences the best local and international films\, while industry programming and special events are chosen with our diverse community in mind. \nWith our yearly lineup of anticipated film screenings\, informative industry panels and glamourous galas\, AIFF is dedicated to continuing its legacy as one of Atlantic Canada’s premier celebrations\, serving as a key destination for people united by their shared love of film. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 8\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nAugust 7\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 11 – 18\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nAtlantic Canadian Feature Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $35\nMay 3\, 2024: $45\nJune 7\, 2024: $55\nJune 14\, 2024: $75\n\n\nAtlantic Canadian Short Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $25\nMay 3\, 2024: $35\nJune 7\, 2024: $45\nJune 14\, 2024: $65\n\n\nCanadian Feature Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $45\nMay 3\, 2024: $55\nJune 7\, 2024: $65\nJune 14\, 2024: $75\n\n\nCanadian Short Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $35\nMay 3\, 2024: $45\nJune 7\, 2024: $55\nJune 14\, 2024: $75\n\n\nInternational Feature Films\n-\nMay 3\, 2024: $65\nJune 7\, 2024: $75\n-\n\n\nInternational Short Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $45\nMay 3\, 2024: $55\nJune 7\, 2024: $65\n-\n\n\n\n \nVisit the Atlantic International Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/atlantic-international-film-festival-extended-deadline/
LOCATION:Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane\, 5657 Spring Garden Rd\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 3R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240615
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
CREATED:20220720T011759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T061331Z
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SUMMARY:New Orleans Film Festival - Extended Deadline
DESCRIPTION:New Orleans\, Louisiana\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL\nThe New Orleans Film Society is a 501(c)3 whose mission is to discover\, cultivate\, and amplify diverse voices of filmmakers who tell the stories of our time. We produce the Oscar®-qualifying New Orleans Film Festival annually and invest year-round in building a vibrant film culture in the South to share transformative cinematic experiences with audiences\, and connect dynamic filmmakers to career-advancing resources. \nNEW ORLEANS FILM SOCIETY VALUES STATEMENT\n\nStart with the art and allow artistic vision\, equity\, and social impact to guide our search for resources.\nChampion filmmakers who have been historically denied access to resources and opportunities within the industry–– including Southern artists\, women\, people of color\, LGBTQIA people\, and people with disabilities.\nSeek deep audience engagement.\nBuild a working environment that is fair and fulfilling.\nExhibit dedication and passion and believe that inspired and impactful programs arise from collaboration and mutual respect.\n\nNew Orleans shines ever brighter as an epicenter of culture and creativity during the New Orleans Film Festival\, with 500+ filmmakers from every corner of the world in attendance at 220+ films. We see our greatest impact in the exchange of ideas that occurs when over 35\,000 people gather over the course of 8 days to champion film in New Orleans and engage with visionary films\, directors\, and other film lovers. NOFF is one of the few film festivals that is Oscar®-qualifying in all three Academy-accredited categories. \nDiversity + Discovery: \nPaste Magazine praised the festival for offering “a platform to voices that still fight to be heard.” We honor three vital commitments to filmmakers and to audiences hungry for fresh work with perspectives less often represented on the silver screen: \n\n90% of the films in the festival will come from submissions\, ensuring New Orleans Film Festival is a place of discovery where all voices have an opportunity to be heard\n50% or more of the films will be helmed by women and gender non-conforming filmmakers\n55% or more will be helmed by filmmakers of color\n\n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nDecember 5\, 2023 \nNotification Date\nAugust 9\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nOctober 24 - November 3\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Feature Films\nJan 19\, 2024: $46.50\nMar 15\, 2024: $56.50\nMay 10\, 2024: $71.50\nJune 14\, 2024: $81.50\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Short Films\nJan 19\, 2024: $37\nMar 15\, 2024: $47\nMay 10\, 2024: $57\nJune 14\, 2024: $72.50\n\n\nAnimated/Experimental Shots\nJan 19\, 2024: $32\nMar 15\, 2024: $37.50\nMay 10\, 2024: $47.50\nJune 14\, 2024: $57.50\n\n\n\nVisit the New Orleans Film Festival website for more information. \n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/new-orleans-film-festival-extended-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240614
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SUMMARY:Calgary International Film Festival - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Calgary\, Alberta\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE CALGARY INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Calgary International Film Festival's mission is “to entertain and engage audiences by curating the most innovative and compelling films\, and creating remarkable festival experiences.” \nAchieving our mission includes hosting a large number of participating filmmakers – both locally and from abroad – and connecting them with the audience through interactive post-screening Q&As\, networking\, and through panels and film talks open to the general public. \nLocated in one of North America's 10 Best Cities to Live and Work as a Moviemaker the Calgary International Film Festival (CIFF) has grown to be the biggest film festival in Alberta and the sixth-largest in Canada. \nOffering over $40\,000 in cash and prizes\, the festival awards outstanding films selected by the audience and esteemed juries. Showcasing an average of 200 short and feature-length\, multi-genre films\, from Canada and around the world\, CIFF is a qualifying\, accredited festival for the Academy Awards® and the Canadian Screen Awards. \nLocated on the edge of the world's most dynamic filming locations\, the festival is known for its hospitality and has been named one of the “Top 50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee” by MovieMaker Magazine in 2016\, 2017\, 2019\, 2020\, 2022 and 2023! \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 8\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nAugust 15\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 19 - 29\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nExtended\nFinal\n\n\nFeatures (Canadian)\nFeb 23\, 2024: $35\nApril 16\, 2024: $45\nMay 31\, 2024: $55\nJune 13\, 2024: $75\n\n\nFeatures (International)\nFeb 23\, 2024: $45\nApril 16\, 2024: $55\nMay 31\, 2024: $65\nJune 13\, 2024: $85\n\n\nShort Films\nFeb 23\, 2024: $30\nApril 16\, 2024: $40\nMay 31\, 2024: $50\nJune 13\, 2024: $70\n\n\nStudent Short Films\nFeb 23\, 2024: $20\nApril 16\, 2024: $30\nMay 31\, 2024: $40\nJune 13\, 2024: $60\n\n\nYouth by Youth Short Films (Under 18)\nFeb 23\, 2024: $10\nApril 16\, 2024: $15\nMay 31\, 2024: $20\nJune 13\, 2024: $30\n\n\n\nVisit the Calgary International Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/calgary-international-film-festival-final-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240610
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240611
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
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SUMMARY:Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE FINAL DRAFT BIG BREAK SCREENWRITING CONTEST\nFinal Draft’s Big Break Screenwriting Contest is an annual\, international feature film and television screenwriting contest designed to help launch the careers of aspiring writers. Writers who have entered Big Break have had their screenplays optioned\, sold\, and have secured high-profile representation. \nAward Categories\nThis year we celebrate 11 Category Winners\, 2 Grand Prize Winners\, and a Short Script Winner. Over 60 past winners have sold scripts\, received representation or gone on to professional writing careers. \n- Feature Awards \n\nAction/Adventure\nComedy/Rom-Com\nDiversity\nDrama\nFamily/Animated\nPeriod/Historical/War\nSci-Fi/Fantasy\nThriller/Horror\n\n- Television Awards \n\nDiversity\nHalf-Hour Pilot\nHour-Long Pilot\n\n- Short Film Award \n  \nRules & Eligibility\nFees and Deadlines\n\n$35.00 – Early Bird Deadline Shorts Standard Entry April 15\, 2024\n$75.00 – Early Bird Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback April 15\, 2024\n$45.00 – Early Bird Deadline Standard Entry April 15\, 2024\n$110.00 – Early Bird Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback April 15\, 2024\n$45.00 – Regular Deadline Shorts Standard Entry May 20\, 2024\n$85.00 – Regular Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback May 20\, 2024\n$65.00 – Regular Deadline Standard Entry May 20\, 2024\n$130.00 – Regular Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback May 20\, 2024\n$55.00 – Extended Deadline Shorts Standard Entry June 10\, 2024\n$95.00 – Extended Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback June 10\, 2024\n$75.00 – Extended Deadline Standard Entry June 10\, 2024\n$140.00 – Extended Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback June 10\, 2024\n$65.00 – Last Chance Deadline Shorts Standard Entry June 28\, 2024\n$105.00 – Last Chance Deadline Shorts Standard Entry + Feedback June 28\, 2024\n$85.00 – Last Chance Deadline Standard Entry June 28\, 2024\n$150.00 – Last Chance Deadline Standard Entry + Feedback June 28\, 2024\n\nDates reflect deadlines for electronic submission of scripts. All entries must be electronically submitted by midnight (Pacific Time) on their respective deadlines. \n  \nSubmissions\n\nThe Big Break Screenwriting Contest only accepts online entry of feature film\, television\, and short screenplays (original pilot scripts only – miniseries cannot be accepted).\nNo printed scripts will be accepted.\nTo enter your script electronically\, you must submit your screenplay in PDF format. You are not required to use Final Draft in order to enter the Contest.\nAll submissions should consist of: – Full-length screenplays (approximately 80 to 120 pages); – Teleplays (hour-long approximately 40 to 70 pages\, half hour approximately 20 to 35 pages); – Short script screenplays (maximum 20 pages).\nAny entries over 150 pages WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. For feature and teleplay\, entries less than 20 pages that are clearly not a screenplay (comic books\, etc.) will also be disqualified.\nAll necessary information is captured upon entry of digital submissions\, so title pages should be removed or contact information must be deleted from the title page. The title of the script will be provided to the reader as part of the file name and in the judging form.\nDo NOT include personally identifying information (name\, etc.) ANYWHERE in your script as this will result in INSTANT DISQUALIFICATION. This includes: – Writers name\, WGA or representation info on the title page; – Writers name on ANY page of the script; – Writers name within the script’s file name.\nEntry should consist of a screenplay\, teleplay\, or short script only. Do not include resumes\, pitches\, synopses\, casting suggestions\, letters\, or other supporting documentation with your submission. Judges will not receive these materials.\nThe exception is original hour-long and half-hour TV entries\, which may include standard supplementary materials\, such as lists of recurring characters and future episodes\, as part of the screenplay. This information would need to be included within the same file\, at the end of the script.\nEntrants who select to receive feedback on their screenplay will be given at least 550 words of assessment from a competition reader. Feedback will be automatically emailed to entrants upon its completion.\n\n  \nContest Announcement Dates\n\nAugust 23\, 2024 (Quarterfinalists)\nSeptember 20\, 2024 (Semifinalists)\nOctober 11\, 2024 (Finalists)\nNovember 1\, 2024 (Category Winners)\nDecember 4\, 2024 (Grand Prize Winners)\n\n  \nEligibility\n\nThe Big Break Contest is open to any individual who is 18 years of age or older at the date of entry and has access to the Internet.\nEmployees\, officers\, directors\, contractors and agents\, and their immediate families and household members regardless of where they live\, or members of the same households (whether related or not) of Cast & Crew Production Software\, dba Final Draft and its respective divisions\, affiliates\, subsidiaries\, agents\, Big Break Contest sponsors\, and advertising agencies (collectively\, the “contest providers”)\, are not eligible to participate in the Contest or to win any prize.\nScreenplays under option at the time of submission are not eligible.\nAdaptations are not eligible unless the source material was written by the screenwriter of the entry in question. Scripts are not eligible if the source material has been sold\, produced\, or is currently under option to any third party.\nGrand Prize winners in Features and TV\, category winners\, and Short Script Award winners are not eligible to re-enter their winning scripts in future Big Break Contests. They are\, however\, eligible to enter different scripts for consideration. Grand Prize Feature and TV winners\, as well as category winners\, receive a free entry in the 2024 Big Break Contest as part of their 2023 prize package.\n\n \nVisit the Final Draft Big Break Screenwriting Contest website for more information\, including multiple entries\, co-writers & prize division\, revisions\, refunds & resubmissions\, prize conditions\, ownership and industry releases\, and general provisions. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/final-draft-big-break-screenwriting-contest-final-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Screenwriting Competitions
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SUMMARY:Chicago International Film Festival - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Chicago\, Illinois\nUnited States\n  \nABOUT THE CHICAGO INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Chicago International Film Festival is North America’s longest-running competitive film festival\, presented by its parent organization\, Cinema/Chicago. Filmmaker and graphic artist Michael Kutza founded Cinema/Chicago in 1964 to provide an alternative to the commercial Hollywood movies that dominated the city’s theaters. \nThe Festival opened in 1965 at the Carnegie Theater\, where King Vidor\, Bette Davis\, and Stanley Kramer were honored for their contributions to American cinema. Since then\, the Festival has grown to become a world-renowned annual event. The Festival’s in-person tributes have honored such international luminaries as François Truffaut\, Orson Welles\, Sophia Loren\, Rainer Werner Fassbinder\, Satyajit Ray\, Howard Hawks\, George Cukor\, Spike Lee\, Lucino Visconti\, Faye Dunaway\, Clint Eastwood\, Steven Spielberg\, Quentin Tarantino\, Sidney Poitier\, Patrice Chéreau\, Ron Howard\, J.A. Bayona\, Viola Davis\, Bruce Dern\, and Kevin Kline. \nSeeking out the best in international cinema\, the Festival has discovered new talents and opened windows to a world of film previously or otherwise unavailable in Chicago. Over the years\, the Festival has introduced creative new directors like Martin Scorsese\, Wim Wenders\, Bertrand Tavernier\, Margarethe von Trotta\, and Krzysztof Kieslowski\, among many others\, to Chicago. The Festival is also dedicated to showcasing films made by filmmakers from across the state of Illinois. \nProceeds from the Festival benefit Cinema/Chicago’s programs throughout the year\, including the Summer Screenings Program (May through October)\, CineYouth Festival (May)\, and year-round Education Program and Members Film Screening Series. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 16\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nSeptember 13\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nOctober 16 - 27\, 2024 \nEarlybird deadline entries must be postmarked/submitted online by April 8\, 2024.\nRegular deadline entries must be postmarked/submitted online by June 10\, 2024.\nLate deadline entries must be postmarked/submitted online by July 1\, 2024. \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeature Films\nApril 8\, 2024: $90\nJune 10\, 2024: $100\nJuly 1\, 2024: $200\n\n\nStudent Film Feature Length\nApril 8\, 2024: $40\nJune 10\, 2024: $50\nJuly 1\, 2024: $80\n\n\nShort Films\nApril 8\, 2024: $45\nJune 10\, 2024: $60\nJuly 1\, 2024: $80\n\n\nStudent Film Shorts\nApril 8\, 2024: $20\nJune 10\, 2024: $30\nJuly 1\, 2024: $50\n\n\n\nVisit the Chicago International Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/chicago-international-film-festival-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240608
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SUMMARY:Atlantic International Film Festival - Late Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Halifax\, Nova Scotia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE ATLANTIC INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL\nThe Atlantic International Film Festival has grown into one of Canada’s premier celebrations of film and filmmaking\, an essential platform for our regional industry alongside the best new national and international offerings. Celebrating its 44th year in 2024\, the festival began as a tiny\, grassroots operation in St. John’s\, Newfoundland in 1981\, relocating to Halifax the following year. Providing an immersive escape and experience for movie lovers\, filmmakers\, and industry professionals worldwide\, AIFF continues to take place at Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane in the heart of historic downtown Halifax\, Nova Scotia. \nAIFF carefully curates our selections to bring audiences the best local and international films\, while industry programming and special events are chosen with our diverse community in mind. \nWith our yearly lineup of anticipated film screenings\, informative industry panels and glamourous galas\, AIFF is dedicated to continuing its legacy as one of Atlantic Canada’s premier celebrations\, serving as a key destination for people united by their shared love of film. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJanuary 8\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nAugust 7\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 11 – 18\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarlybird\nRegular\nLate\nExtended\n\n\nAtlantic Canadian Feature Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $35\nMay 3\, 2024: $45\nJune 7\, 2024: $55\nJune 14\, 2024: $75\n\n\nAtlantic Canadian Short Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $25\nMay 3\, 2024: $35\nJune 7\, 2024: $45\nJune 14\, 2024: $65\n\n\nCanadian Feature Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $45\nMay 3\, 2024: $55\nJune 7\, 2024: $65\nJune 14\, 2024: $75\n\n\nCanadian Short Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $35\nMay 3\, 2024: $45\nJune 7\, 2024: $55\nJune 14\, 2024: $75\n\n\nInternational Feature Films\n-\nMay 3\, 2024: $65\nJune 7\, 2024: $75\n-\n\n\nInternational Short Films\nMarch 22\, 2024: $45\nMay 3\, 2024: $55\nJune 7\, 2024: $65\n-\n\n\n\n \nVisit the Atlantic International Film Festival website for more information.
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/atlantic-international-film-festival-late-deadline/
LOCATION:Cineplex Cinemas Park Lane\, 5657 Spring Garden Rd\, Halifax\, Nova Scotia\, B3J 3R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240604
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
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SUMMARY:CMPA Indiescreen Awards - Open For Submissions
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE CMPA INDIESCREEN AWARDS\nCelebrating Excellence in Canadian Feature Film Production \nEstablished in 2006\, the CMPA Indiescreen Awards recognize producers whose vision and entrepreneurship demonstrate a commitment to and passion for producing Canadian feature films. Two awards are handed out every year: the Established Producer Award and the Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award. \nPast recipients include Damon D’Oliveira (2022\, Brother)\, Anand Ramayya (2021\, Donkeyhead)\, Jennifer Holness (2020\, Stateless)\, Simone Urdl and Jennifer Weiss (2018\, Falls Around Her)\, Roger Frappier (2016\, Two Lovers and a Bear)\, Robert Lantos (2015\, Remember)\, Nancy Grant (2014\, Mommy) and Kevin Tierney (2009\, The Trotsky). \nThe Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award was added to the Indiescreen Awards program in 2016 to highlight the extraordinary talents of up-and-coming producers with a bright career ahead. \nWinners of both awards are chosen by two separate juries out of the independent Canadian films that premiered or are slated to premiere theatrically\, at a film festival or on an online streaming service that year. \nTwo awards are handed out every year: \n\nThe Established Producer Award celebrates a producer’s filmmaking accomplishments over the course of their career to date\, and includes a $20\,000 prize.\nThe Kevin Tierney Emerging Producer Award recognizes the impressive potential of an up-and-coming producer\, and includes a $10\,000 prize.\n\nFive nominees will be selected in each category by juries consisting of five industry leaders\, and chaired by the previous year’s Indiescreen Award winners. \nNominated producers are encouraged to attend the awards\, in-person in Halifax\, Nova Scotia on Thursday\, September 12\, 2024. The CMPA will provide out-of-province nominees with a travel stipend to attend the awards ceremony in Halifax. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJune 4\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nSeptember 12\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nDate\n\n\nSubmission Deadline\nJuly 19\, 2024\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the CMPA website for competition rules\, eligibility\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/cmpa-indiescreen-awards-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Awards
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240605
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
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SUMMARY:Vancouver Asian Film Festival (VAFF) - Final Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver\, British Columbia\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE VANCOUVER ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL (VAFF)\nVAFF is the longest running pan-Asian diaspora film festival in Canada. It was founded in 1995 and debuted in September 1997. Since then\, tens of thousands of film lovers have experienced a diverse selection of North American-Asian and international films\, in English and in other languages. \nVancouver Asian Film Festival (VAFF) is dedicated to promoting and celebrating the diversity and depth of Asian culture and identity in film and media\, and to help North American Asian actors and filmmakers more authentically and more powerfully define and express themselves on screen. \nEach year VAFF attracts close to 5\,000 audience members over its four-day festival and year-round events. It also reaches many more through word of mouth\, pre-festival events\, and traditional and social media throughout the year. \nThrough its annual film festival and many other programs and events hosted in Vancouver\, VAFF’s mission is to be the “go-to” forum for the public and the film industry to engage in and support the rise of Asian influence in film and media in the world. VAFF envisions a world where North American Asian actors and filmmakers have the resources and opportunities to shape mainstream culture in a powerful and positive way. \nVAFF is entirely organized and produced by a group of dedicated volunteers\, and is made possible by generous financial support from corporate sponsors\, public funders and private donors. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nMarch 15\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nAugust 25\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nNovember 7 - 17\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\nDeadline\nEarly Bird\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Features\nApr 15\, 2024: $40\nMay 15\, 2024: $45\nJune 4\, 2024: $50\n\n\nNarrative/Documentary Shorts\nApr 15\, 2024: $35\nMay 15\, 2024: $40\nJune 4\, 2024: $45\n\n\nAnimation Features\nApr 15\, 2024: $35\nMay 15\, 2024: $40\nJune 4\, 2024: $45\n\n\nAnimation Shorts\nApr 59\, 2024: $30\nMay 15\, 2024: $35\nJune 4\, 2024: $40\n\n\n\nVisit the Vancouver Asian Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/vancouver-asian-film-festival-vaff-final-deadline/
LOCATION:Cineplex Odeon International Village Cinemas\, 88 W Pender Street\, 3rd floor\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6N9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240604
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SUMMARY:CUFF.Docs Documentary Film Festival - Open for Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Calgary\, Alberta\nCanada\n  \nABOUT THE CUFF.DOCS DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL\nPRESENTED BY CALGARY UNDERGROUND FILM FESTIVAL\nCUFF.Docs Documentary Film Festival showcases the best in non-fiction films. The event presented by the Calgary Underground Film Festival screens 20+ full-length features\, as well as shorts\, varying in subject\, style and genres within the art form. \nCUFF.Docs is the perfect place for anyone with the same intrigue and interest in factual content as we have. We’ll bring guests with the films\, and plan for a unique CUFF-experience with the festival\, and the films we present. We aim to promote art and encourage dialogue. \nAt CUFF.Docs\, the quality of the film is what matters most; we don't book films to make political statements or advocate for particular issues. Instead\, we hope to present a range of films that both confirm and challenge beliefs\, promoting a sense of wonder and a healthy skepticism\, and above all\, that continue to advance the medium of documentary filmmaking. \nThe Calgary Underground Film Festival loves supporting independent film\, and with a great team and passionate supporters\, we elevate Calgary's cultural landscape. \nGUIDELINES\n1) Features films: must be a Calgary premiere\, and not have screened in theatre\, local festival or Canadian broadcast before our dates.\n2) Short films: Priority is given to films which have not yet screened in Calgary.\n3) We do not program films which were finished prior to last year's festival. \n*Free for alumni and Alberta filmmakers. Please email us for a waiver code if you meet either of these criteria. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nJune 3\, 2024 \nNotification Date\nNovember 4\, 2024 \nEvent Date\nNovember 20-24\, 2024 \n  \n\n\n\n\nRegular\nLate\n\n\nFeatures (Canadian)\nSept 9\, 2024: $20\nOct 1\, 2024: $30\n\n\nFeatures (International)\nSept 9\, 2024: $20\nOct 1\, 2024: $30\n\n\nShort Films (Canadian)\nSept 9\, 2024: $10\nOct 1\, 2024: $15\n\n\nShort Films (International)\nSept 9\, 2024: $15\nOct 1\, 2024: $20\n\n\n\n  \nVisit the CUFF.Docs Documentary Film Festival website for more information. \n  \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR\n  \n 
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/cuff-docs-documentary-film-festival-open-for-submissions/
LOCATION:Globe Cinema\, 617 8 Ave SW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2P 1H1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Festivals
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240601
DTSTAMP:20260419T075813
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SUMMARY:ScreenCraft Film Fund Grant Program - Regular Deadline
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE SCREENCRAFT FILM FUND GRANT PROGRAM\nWith $30\,000 in grant funds available\, this unique grant program is designed to help fund your vision.  \nWe consider a range of projects\, from treatments to standalone screenplays\, to fully-packaged projects seeking finishing funds and will choose 1 - 4 projects to fund. Grant amounts will vary depending on the scale and merit of each project. \nScreenCraft will offer production grants to talented creators for narrative features\, short films\, TV pilot series scripts\, and documentaries that display originality\, vision & exceptional potential. \n  \nDEADLINES & FEES\nOpening Submission Date\nTBA \n  \n\n\n\n\nEarly\nRegular\nFinal\n\n\nSubmission Deadline\nApril 30\, 2024: $59.99\nMay 31\, 2024: $59.99\nJune 30\, 2024: $59.99\n\n\n\n  \nAnnouncements\nQuarterfinalist: July 17\, 2024\nSemifinalist: August 14\, 2024\nFinalist: September 11\, 2024\nWinner: October 2\, 2024 \n  \nVisit the ScreenCraft website for information about jury members\, prizes and more. \n\n\nVIEW THE EVENT CALENDAR
URL:https://motionpicturemaker.com/event/screencraft-film-fund-grant-program-regular-deadline/
LOCATION:N/A
CATEGORIES:Film Competitions
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