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The International Film Festival North Hollywood (IFFNoHo)
April 28 – May 1, 2016
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1st annual FILM FESTIVAL Submission Deadline: January 1, 2016
Four days and four nights of cutting edge independent films, panels and parties. We seek stories that define who we are and what you care about. Stories that engage us and films that entertain and inform, break boundaries, challenge conventions, in all genres, from first-timers to industry veterans. We look forward to showcasing your work April 28 - May 1, 2016 at the NoHo Arts Center, North Hollywood, CA.
IFFNoHo supports the stories of emerging narrative and documentary filmmakers from around the world.
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International Film Festival of Panama
April 7 - 13, 2016
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Deadline December 22, 2015
The International Film Festival of Panama is pleased to announce that the open call for submissions for all filmmakers who wish to apply to screen their films during the 2016 edition of the festival will be open until December 22nd, 2015.
Directors or producers of any country are invited to nominate their films. Films must run feature-length (60 minutes or longer) and must have finished production no earlier than 2014. IFF Panama will accept nominations for works of fiction, animation, experimental films, and documentaries which have not been publicly screened in the Republic of Panama.
All terms & conditions and instructions for submitting film material to IFF Panama can be found on the Festival’s official website: www.iffpanama.org.
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World Human Rights Awards (WARTA)
December 18-22, 2015
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Final deadline December 12, 2015
World Human Rights Awards (WARTA) is established to celebrate the United Nations World Human Rights Day (December 10). We are part of a big festival group www.internationalfilmfestivals.org who dedicate its programs in celebrating and promoting the United Nations International Days to create awareness towards issues such as humanity, peace, environment, health, women, culture, tolerance, human rights, etc. WARTA strives to give recognition to people, who work and dedicate his/her life for Human Rights. We are awarding Human Rights Man of the Year, Human Rights Woman of the Year, Human Rights Platinum Award, Human Rights Gold Award, and Human Rights Silver Award. We will not limit the awards to certain numbers. If a person or a film qualified to the juries standard, they will get the recognition.
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NYC Indie Film Fest
April 27 to May 1, 2016!
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Regular Deadline January 31, 2016
NYC Independent Film Festival is a celebration of the true independent filmmaker, documentaries, short and feature-length films, music videos, and animation. Whether a submission is comedic, dramatic, or something in between, The NYC Indie film Fest is eager to embrace fresh ideas and storytelling.
In addition to showcasing the best indie films to the entertainment industry and the NYC public, the festival will also offer a variety of prizes. During the 6th Annual Festival we gave away prizes with a total cash value of over 28,000 USD.
All screenings take place in the historic center of NYC, Time Square which is the perfect home for an event geared toward creating incredible opportunities for independent voices.
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Hollyshorts Film Festival
August 11 – 20, 2016
Early Bird deadline February 5, 2016
The 12th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival and Film Conference/Film Market, scheduled for August 11-20, 2016 at the world famous TCL Chinese 6 Theatres, is now accepting submissions. (www.withoutabox.com/login/4655) HSFF, 4 times named to MovieMaker Magazine “Top 25 Fests Worth the Entry Fee” lists, has featured over 400 projects showcasing stars and filmmakers including Sofia Loren, Bill Plympton, Anthony and Joe Russo, and Felicia Day.
In 2015, HSFF awarded over $150,000 in prizes, including $60,000 in post services courtesy of COMPANY 3 and METHOD STUDIOS for Best Short, Director, Music Video, Cinematography, VFX, and Commercial, and $15,000 Grand Prize cash courtesy of ZYPE. www.hollyshorts.com
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Global Short Film Awards - New York & Cannes
February 14- 15, 2016
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Deadline: January 15, 2016
Global Short Film Awards recognize excellence in highly creative and imaginative films under 15 minutes long. These short films will be suitable to meet the increasing content demand for intelligent phones, digital and hand held devices as well as internet, commercial, art, science and educational applications. For the premier issue, finalists and a winner will be selected in 2-D and 3-D formats in each category. Submit online No cost to enter. Winners in each category will be announced February 15-16, 2016 in New York. Winning films will be shown during the Cannes Red Carpet Fashion and Awards event at the Carlton Intercontinental Hotel in Cannes, France on May 21, 2016.
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WoFF: World of Film International Festival
September 29 – October 2, 2016
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Earlybird Deadline January 17, 2015
In 2016, WoFF returns for its third edition with great energy and ideas, generated from a wonderful 2015 festival.
Our focus remains on independent cinema from all around the globe, by showcasing the work of first feature filmmakers and female directors in our two main sections, First Features and The Female Perspective, respectively.
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New York Festival's World's Best Television & Films April 16, 2016
Deadline Extended
New York Festival's World's Best TV & Films competition honors programming in all lengths and forms from over 50 countries. Dedicated to both the Television and Film industries, categories mirror today's global trends and encourage the next generation of story-tellers and talent: Animation, Comedy, Corporate, Drama, Documentary, Feature Films, Movie Trailers, Music Videos, News, Promos, Reality TV Drama, Sports, Telenovelas, Webisodes, Best Performance by an Actor/Actress, Special Event, Innovation, Technical Production Team, CSR, Best Screenplay, Video Art, and Best Host.
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Myrtle Beach Film Festival April 20th - 23rd 2016.
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Submissions close january 1st, 2016
Myrtle Beach International Film Festival. Ranked one of the top 25 film festivals in the World worth the submission by Movie Maker Magazine. Ranked one of the best by Film International. MBIFF billed as "The East Coast's answer to the Sundance Film Festival" is in the call for entry stage which will end January 1st 2016. The 11th annual MBIFF will take place April 20th - 23rd 2016.
This marks the 11th year for the Myrtle Beach International Film Festival. The MBIFF has continued to grow every year. We are open to all genres, and believe in the independent spirit of film . MBIFF also has a budget category, so a film with a 10 thousand dollar budget does not compete against a project with a 10 million dollar budget (with the exception of the overall winner). Selected by Movie as Maker Magazine one of the top 25 film festivals worth the submission, one of the top festivals in the world by Film International, and touted by many as one of the most important indendepent film festivals in the festival circuit . We are passionate about film and it shows!
We have selected what we feel to be the most diverse panel in the film festival circuit. From professionals to film makers, liberals to conservatives. If a panel member has a problem with the content it will be placed with a panel member that does not find a problem with content. We are looking for projects that have, a vision, a story, and are done with passion.
The MBIFF screens projects in a multi-million dollar theater, housing state of the art technology.
We look forward to viewing your film /project!
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Pawparazzi Film Festival January 23
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Late Deadline January 5, 2016
Hosted by Pets in the City Magazine and Best Friends Animal Society, the PAWPARAZZI film festival coincides with the nearby Park City area Sundance film festival. PAWPARAZZI film festival is international and it is open to amateurs and professionals alike. The PAWPARAZZI Film Festival is for all species of animals large and small. The films are to provide a venue for People to protect and save animals as well as to celebrate the joy that animals bring to our lives. Submit your short films of ten minutes or less to the following categories:
• Drama
• Comedy
• Animation
• Documentary/Advocacy
• Youth/Student
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The Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF)
March 30 - April 3, 2016
Final deadline is February 2, 2016.
The Sonoma International Film Festival (SIFF) is presented by the Sonoma Film Society, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, as a welcoming, entertaining and inspiring cinematic experience that supports and promotes independent films, celebrates the cultural diversity in the Sonoma Valley through film, and funds visual arts in education.
Named one of America's "Top Ten Destination Film Festivals," Sonoma prides itself on giving every filmmaker the royal treatment. Celebrated as one of the friendliest and most uplifting festivals on the circuit. SUBMIT
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Animaze 2016 Montreal International Animation Film Festival June 2 -5, 2016
Submissions close April 15, 2016
In partnership with filmfestivals.com
Montreal International Animation Film Festival is a people's film festival an dindutry conference dedicated to the art of animation for film and technology.
All genres and forms are welcome.
Software an award prize. Visibility in out travelling show in Berlin, Cannes Annecy, Glasgow and more.
Animaze - Montreal International Animation Film Festival's blog I Website I Submit I Facebook I Twitter I Contact Laurie Gordon
GEFF L’Europe autour de l’Europe / Grande Europe Film Festival Paris March 16th to April 17th
Film submission deadline: December 15, 2015
The Compétition presents long features and documentaries (60’ and longer) (co)produced in Europe, never released in France. The films compete for the following prizes awarded to the author of the best film:
Prix Sauvage – Loup Dansant: bronze wolf statuette and a monetary prize;
Prix Luna: Luna statuette awarded by the jury of cinema students and young professionals.
The section Present is dedicated to the recent documentary films (50’ and longer) (co)produced in Europe during the last three years
Subscription fee : free - Participation rules SUBMIT
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The 49th Annual WorldFest-Houston International Film & Video Festival April 8 to 17, 2016
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Closing soon. In partnership with filmfestivals.com
Enter the Festival that discovered Spielberg, Lucas, Coppola, Ang Lee, the Coen Brothers, David Lynch, and John Lee Hancock with their first awards!
Competition in 10 major categories! More than 200 specialized sub-categories offer fair competition and a chance for a Remi Award!
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