Literally Short is an event initiated by our drive to bridge all cultures onto one collaborative stage that stimulates international artistic expression. Our mission is to promote innovative approaches to social change through the arts and cultural influences. Our passion for film lies in its exquisite capacity to merge a multitude of arts into one vision; thus, Literally Short Film Festival seeks to dissolve all geographical boundaries into one platform that equally voices all cultures.
CATEGORIES
Voices
National & International Short Films
All genres accepted for this category (see Rules & Terms).
Local & Fresh
Texas Short Films
Films eligible for this category must be written or directed by a Texas resident; or produced in the state of Texas. All genres accepted (see Rules & Terms).
México Lindo y Querido
Mexico Short Films
Films eligible for this category must be written or directed by a Mexicna resident; or produced in the country of Mexico. All genres accepted (see Rules & Terms).
Welcome the 2nd annual FilmQuest Festival!
FIlmQuest celebrates the majesty of genre filmmaking such as fantasy, horror, sci-fi, and the beyond. Awarding filmmakers in 2014 with over $30,000 in awards and prizes, including the coveted Cthulhu Trophy, the festival launched with great praise and fanfare . FilmQuest has been designed specifically to cater to the empowerment of the filmmaker through various events, awards, swag, connections, and more.
In creating the festival, we thought long and hard about what it is that makes a festival great. We asked ourselves the tough questions. What we’ve come up with is, we believe, a festival experience that is the kind most filmmakers dream about.
Major industry professionals took part in the first Grand Jury, including Doug Jones (Hellboy, Pan's Labyrinth, Silver Surfer, Hocus Pocus), Dameon Clarke (Borderlands 2, Dragonball Z), and Amrita Acharia (Game of Thrones). The New York Times bestselling author, David Farland, is already confirmed for the 2015 Grand Jury. The award juries will award our filmmakers in over 25 individual categories. Our selection committee is also made up of a group of industry professionals from various fields, such as directors, actors, producers, professors, writers, animators, casting directors, and more.
FilmQuest itself is the film festival branch of FantasyCon, a convention that puts the fantasy experience of the patrons first. It is an interactive convention, where dragons, magic and battle literally comes to life. Just as FantasyCon is a celebration of all things Fantasy, from horror to adventure, so is FilmQuest a celebration of all things Fantastic in film.
We will also be hosting parties, events, panels and more!
We encourage you to explore our website (www.filmquestfestival.com) for new information and updates as it comes, including who is on the Grand Jury, the Selection Committee, the Official Selections, venues, and more. As the year progresses, we'll be updating our website and this page with more info on what to expect, the celebrities who will be involved with FilmQuest, the official dates (2015 FilmQuest will take place in July, 2015), and more.
Prepare for Fantastic.
FMK Short Film Festival XII edizione segna il passaggio da ciò che è stato Filmmakers al Chiostro e ciò che verrà, forte dell’esperienza maturata, delle intuizioni e della dedizione di chi lo ha condotto fino a toccare il cielo.
Ora vogliamo di più! Il cortometraggio è una dimensione / misura che obbliga a sapere bene ciò che si vuole, da se stessi e dal proprio film. Sintesi, creatività, ricerca, questi sono gli obiettivi di FMK Short Film Festival. Ciò che conta sono le immagini sullo schermo, come le nuvole in cielo.
TWIFF is dedicated to showcasing new and innovative films while fostering the next generation of filmmakers. The festival also seeks to serve the community by presenting unique programs that educate, inspire, engage and challenge a diverse audience through the art of film. The festival provides a platform to introduce their films to the broadest possible audience. TWIFF is committed to providing opportunities to fellow filmmakers and all others in bringing cinematographic arts and other related entertainment products through high-profile community events, talent, productions and films from around the country and the world.
KFF è stato lanciato nel 2013, come Festival Internazionale del Cortometraggio. Fin dall'inizio, la parte essenziale della nostra missione era avvicinare il pubblico a diversi tipi di film e suscitare interesse per l'arte cinematografica e, inoltre, per comprenderne gli impatti nella vita di tutti i giorni.
La festa si svolge ogni anno nel mese di settembre nella città di Kraljevo (che significa «la città del re»), dove si dice che sette re serbi siano stati incoronati. A causa del nostro patrimonio storico, abbiamo deciso di nominare il nostro festival «Kraljevski filmski festival».
KFF offre un ambiente adatto ai cineasti con un'atmosfera informale, motivo per cui negli ultimi 6 anni abbiamo avuto registi provenienti da Paesi Bassi, Svezia, Germania, Brasile, Hong Kong, Finlandia, Francia, Svizzera, Russia, Montenegro, Croazia, Macedonia, Bulgaria...
Nel 2019, Kraljevski filmski festival ha avuto cambiamenti significativi sia a livello di programmazione che di gestione, passando al Festival di Post-produzione. Il nostro obiettivo principale oltre a mostrare grandi cortometraggi sarà quello di promuovere l'arte e l'artigianato della post-produzione così come le persone creative da dietro la macchina da presa. Per raggiungere questo obiettivo, il KFF inviterà artisti di postproduzione provenienti da tutto il mondo per masterclass o workshop e organizzerà incontri di registi al KFF.
Black Alphabet Film Festival (BAFF) is Chicago's premier film festival for the Black LGBTQ community. Our tagline, Telling Our Stories Beyond the Rainbow, encompasses our mission to provide a platform and resources for the storytellers in our community.
BAFF has relationships with several filmmakers and festivals in the industry. What sets our festival apart is our incorporation of storytelling forms, including music and poetry during our event. In 2014, we had several performers and sponsors; We look forward to an even bigger year in 2015!
MISSION & OBJECTIVE
The Hell's Half Mile Film & Music Festival (HHM) is the perfect mix of independent film and live indie music. Still under the radar, but we’re starting to make an impact with our guests.
"I don't remember much of my two years going to Hell's Half Mile. That's how much fun I had." – Rider Strong, “Cabin Fever” and two time guest.
Our taste is eclectic, everything from quirky comedies to hard hitting documentaries to emotional drama. Our goal is to find "the little film that could" -- a bunch of them actually -- and bring the filmmakers together to take over Bay City, MI. Our primary concern is community, and the filmmakers who attend our long weekend walk away with lifelong friends and future collaborators.
"I’ve been to SXSW several times, San Francisco, a bunch of smaller festivals all over the U.S. It [Hell’s Half Mile] feels like the real deal. It’s people who genuinely love film, love the independent film community. The quality and lineup is incredible” – Ashley Spillers "Arlo and Julie"
Over the last ten years over 100 directors, producers, screenwriters and actors have joined our growing audience. We provide travel and accommodations to a select number of filmmakers, plus all-access passes and catered receptions. All of our venues are within a few block radius and hotels are within walking distance, making it super easy to get around. Visit hhmfest.com for links to the venues and video recaps of previous festivals. We schedule events to help you with other filmmakers, musicians, movie fans, and our supportive local community. Our goal is to provide you with a professional, casual and fun experience during your stay with us, including unique outings that give you a taste of the local flavor. It’s the least we can do in return for providing our festival-goers with great independent cinema.
Once your festival experience ends, Hell’s Half Mile looks to the future. HHM alumni receive fee waivers for future projects and all-access passes for subsequent year’s festivals, whether you have a film in our program or not. We continue to support alumni projects through social media and newsletters celebrating victories and other milestones through our growing network of filmmakers and film lovers.
“Hell's Half Mile gives me warm feelings in my heart. The warm feeling in my pants is possibly unrelated. It’s worth every minute and it's the kind of festival that you make movies for.” – Kenny Stevenson, writer and actor, "Love, Sex and Missed Connections".
Guests are not left alone to fend for themselves amidst our rabid audiences and interested community members. Programmers and organizers are ever present and ready with introductions, recommendations and the occasional swift exit from oversharers. Bay City nights are filled with raw rock and roll sounds giving us the moniker of “little Detroit”, especially into the wee hours at super-secret-after-parties. Daytime in Bay City is cool Fall days with sunny riverside strolls or bike rides past historic lumber baron mansions. Or, there are always plenty of great films to watch. Its up to you!
Filmmakers are also encouraged to participate in panel discussions, receptions and other events. We continue to foster student and local filmmaking, which provides opportunities for guest filmmakers to present a workshop or lecture focused on a specific topic or specialty. Other guests are invited to screen our student and local short films and give constructive feedback to the filmmakers. This type of mentoring helps to strengthen local filmmaking and continue our relationships with area universities.
Hell’s Half Mile, ranked 27th in Moviemaker Magazine’s Top 25 Coolest Film Festivals of 2016. Just a prediction.
ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
After ten years, Hell’s Half Mile organizers continue to strive to be an innovative festival for genuinely independent films and original music. This festival is about connecting the filmmaker and the festival-goer. Period. Well, and parties too.
In addition to relentless promotion of films, Hell’s Half Mile recognizes and rewards films with jury, programmer and audience awards, some with prizes. Prizes include a cash prize of $1000 for the Grand Jury Award, as well as other valued prizes. Grand Jury Winners include the controversial “Lamb” (2015), the Icelandic “Metalhead” (2014), and the acclaimed documentary "Remote Area Medical" (2013). Past jurors include Damien Chazelle (Whiplash), Adam Busch (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Adam Schartoff (Filmwax Radio), Jasmine McGlade (Maria My Love), Joey Kern (“Super Troopers”), Geoff Marslett (Loves Her Gun), WAW Parker (Guy and Madeline on a Park Bench), Rider Strong (Cabin Fever), Leslie Raymond (Ann Arbor Film Festival), Mark Covino (A Band Called Death), Michael Dunaway (Paste Magazine), Joel Potrykus (Buzzard) and Jeff Meyers (Metro Times).
Each year we screen great narrative films, like the Midwest Premiere of Terry McMahon’s “Patrick’s Day” jury award winner for Best Feature at the 2014 Woodstock Film Festival, and winner of the Hell’s Half Mile jury award for Best Screenplay. Quirky comedies like James Westby’s “Rid of Me” and Neil LaBute’s “Dirty Weekend” have been big hits with HHM audiences. Co-director Mark Covino attended with the international hit "A Band Called Death" which won the HHM "Fest Best" award. Rider Strong has been a guest at HHM with four amazing films over two years, including “The Dungeon Master,” written and directed with his brother Shiloh and winner of the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival Best (Online) Short Film. Visit hhmfest.com for complete lists of all films presented.
Some of the great music we’ve had over the years connects our film and music events. Matt Pond PA joined us at HHM in 2010. This same year, screening at the festival was “Lebanon PA,” with original score by Matt Pond and Chris Hansen of Matt Pond PA. Another great band that performed at HHM in 2011 was The One AM Radio, led by Hrishikesh Hirway who also did the original music for the 2012 feature film “Save the Date.” Visit hhmfest.com for lists and links of previous music performers.
HHM, a partnership with the Bay Arts Council, utilizes a unique mix of venues including Bay City’s historic Mayan themed State Theatre, the Delta College Planetarium, and a turn-of-the-century red sandstone former Masonic Temple, saved from demolition by the Bay Arts Council. Likewise, the Hell’s Half Mile programmers are looking for the right mix of creative and challenging works, including those from underserved segments of the film community, to bring to our seriously appreciative audiences. We hope you’ll consider us.
What's with the name?
In the late 1800's, a stretch of Bay City's riverfront was lined with raucous saloons and two-bit hotels where turn-of-the-century loggers and shipmen would go to blow off steam and take in more than a little local color. This strip was known to locals as Hell's Half Mile. "'Hell's Half Mile' was the strip of waterfront where lumberjacks used to go boozing and whoring. Now, a bunch of us from Hollywood go there for a film festival. Not much has changed." – Rider Strong
Time has passed, but the same rough-and-tumble spirit of the day is reborn in the Hell's Half Mile Film & Music Festival. Today, the city boasts a beautiful downtown riverfront with boutiques, restaurants, theatres, pubs, hotel accommodations and other points of interest....a state of the art planetarium, art galleries, a thriving business community, and an active shipping lane for Great Lakes freighters...Downtown Bay City is alive with activity.
The Bluestocking Film Series is an exclusive showcase for Bechdel-Test, high-quality, provocative short fiction films featuring complex female protagonists driving the story and leading the action. This innovative screening series originates in the beautiful, culturally vibrant city of Portland, Maine and travels to other film-loving cities around the country and the world.
The only film event in the world to require female protagonists, submissions must also pass the Bechdel Test. We celebrate and promote talented, established and emerging filmmakers who take the creative risk of placing female protagonists front and center. We introduce audiences to those who are contributing to the art and craft of cinema and who have the potential to influence the future of filmed entertainment.
We encourage and promote production of narratives that reflect the diverse experiences of women. We have a marked preference for well-structured, highly visual, cutting edge, provocative films, especially ones that explore the plurality and variety of women’s relationships.
To be considered, your submission must feature a female protagonist and pass The Bechdel Test (film must feature at least 2 female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man). To find out more about the test, please Google it.
At this time, we invite submissions of short NARRATIVE FICTION films ONLY. Feature length films will not be considered. Straightforward documentaries will not be considered.
Our mission is to present films that place women and girl characters front and center, driving the story and leading the action, films that portray these characters as strong, capable, flawed, and complex as their male counterparts.
The Bluestocking Film Series was founded by filmmaker Kate Kaminski and is produced with partner Betsy Carson (Gitgo Productions).
LIFE AFTER OIL International Film Festival è un festival di cinema ambientale e sui diritti umani
Come ci stiamo preparando all'era post-petrolifera?
Questa rassegna nasce col proposito di andare oltre la denuncia. Per quanto sia importante sensibilizzare l'opinione pubblica sui rischi connessi allo sfruttamento ed all'uso delle risorse naturali utilizzate per la produzione di combustibili fossili, resta tuttavia, in tutta la sua drammaticità, l'enorme problema dei disastri provocati dalla carenza energetica, con particolare riferimento all'approvvigionamento idrico di parte rilevantissima della popolazione mondiale. L'obiettivo principale della rassegna sarà dunque non solo l'evidenziare i problemi legati all'utilizzo di combustibili fossili, ma sopratutto l'individuazione delle alternative possibili che tengano conto, sulla base della conoscenze scientifiche attuali, dei vari metodi di produzione conosciuti.
By You, For You, About You”
Mission
Welcome to the 11th Annual World Music and Independent Film Festival (WMIFF) 2019. WMIFF was established to celebrate and provide a platform of achievements for international cinema artists. Dedicated to building a global film community and supporting emerging filmmakers, WMIFF offers all selected artists exceptional exposure with an inclusive vibe that has won over alumni, attendees, and industry members alike. WMIFF festivities are open to all, featuring some of the most talented artists in both film and music.
L'International Animal and Environmental Film Festival (FICAA) di Città del Messico vi dà il benvenuto alla sua sesta edizione, dove, come ogni anno, accettiamo film provenienti da tutti e cinque i continenti.
La nostra missione al Festival è promuovere valori, cause e lotte attiviste attraverso l'arte, aprendo varie finestre di opportunità per mostrare il lavoro di registi di talento. Durante tutto l'anno, ospitiamo una varietà di eventi culturali, tra cui Film Debates in collaborazione con l'Instituto Politécnico Nacional (Istituto Politecnico Nazionale), Mobile Cinema e collaborazioni con spazi governativi che aprono le porte a questa diffusione.
I vincitori che accettano i termini vedranno i loro film proiettati per un mese sulla piattaforma di IMCINE «Nuestro Cine MX», garantendo loro visibilità a livello nazionale.
I tre temi di quest'anno sono:
ANIMALE
AMBIENTALE
CINEMA FEMMINISTA
Accetteremo:
Animazioni
Cortometraggi
Lungometraggi
Documentari
Microfilm
Video musicali
Trattandosi di un festival dedicato alla sensibilizzazione sulle questioni relative agli animali e all'ambiente, quest'anno la causa su invito è «Cinema femminista», tutti i progetti riceveranno un premio di partecipazione che riconosce l'arte e l'impegno profusi, anche se non fanno parte della rassegna finale. Inoltre, la Selezione Ufficiale riceverà un premio della Selezione Ufficiale e un diploma inviato via e-mail.
I vincitori finali riceveranno il trofeo FICAA 2025, oltre a lauree digitali e un diploma.
La cerimonia di premiazione si svolgerà a dicembre, dove ospiti provenienti da vari paesi e regioni del Messico si riuniranno per ritirare le loro statuette.
The Hamilton (New York) International Film Festival
20 luglio - 26 luglio 2020
Film, Commedia Corti, Horror Short, Dramatico/Thriller Short, Corti Documentari e Corti Canadesi
Il cinema globale nel cuore dello statodi New York
«... una città così grande e una festa meravigliosa, così accogliente. È stato così stimolante essere intorno a tanti giovani e talentuosi registi.
-Finn Taylor, Regista Unleashed & 3 Time Director Sundance Film Festival
«Non posso dire abbastanza di quanto sia stato meraviglioso Hamilton International Film Festival di SBE. Veramente onorato di avere incluso il nostro film «My Hero» e voglio ringraziare Grant & Todd Slater e tutti gli altri coinvolti per questa grande esperienza. Semplicemente fantastico.
Spero che ci riavrai l'anno prossimo!»
- Loring Murtha, Attore/Regista My Hero
«L'Hamilton International Film Festival di SBE offre un'incredibile opportunità per entrare in contatto con altri registi ambiziosi, scambiare idee e strategie di raccolta fondi, sperimentando il fascino di Hamilton, New York. L'Hamilton Theater è uno splendido luogo e Grant Slater ha organizzato un festival a 5 stelle con una grande selezione di film, cibo e birre locali. Questo è un festival imperdibile che offre più di frivoli allori ai suoi registi... si potrebbe dire che lasci Hamilton con un nuovo gruppo di amici che offrono una prospettiva diversa per fare e guardare film!»
- D.J. Higgins Direttore, Scrittore e produttore incontra Mario
«Il fascino e l'intimità dell'Hamilton International Film Festival lo rendono un Must per tutti i registi. Grant e Todd Slater e tutta la comunita' di Hamilton non potrebbero essere piu' ospitali. Non vedo l'ora di fare un altro film solo per poter tornare!!»
-Doug Dearth, Producer/Regista Underdogs
«È stato un vero onore far parte di un festival cinematografico così rispettato. Grazie all'aiuto, al duro lavoro e all'impegno di SBE la mia carriera nel Regno Unito è passata di forza in forza. My Single, Worry ha colpito il grafico iTunes Download e ha raggiunto il picco al numero 6. Il follow up track che ho pubblicato di recente ha raggiunto la virale Top 50 del Regno Unito su Spotify e ora abbiamo messo insieme un European Tour. Il suo ringraziamento a persone come Grant che credono in me fin da una fase iniziale del mio sviluppo che mi ha aiutato ad arrivare dove sono ora».
Bašta Fest è un festival internazionale di cortometraggi che si tiene a Bajina Bašta, nella Serbia occidentale. Si tratta di un evento annuale che si svolge durante il primo fine settimana di luglio e dura quattro giorni. A causa della professione dei fondatori (attori Jovan Jelisavčić e Maja Šuša), il principale punto di interesse del festival è la collaborazione tra registi e attori. Riteniamo che concentrarsi sulla qualità di questo sforzo artistico congiunto avrà un impatto positivo sul posizionamento di Bašta Fest tra i festival di cortometraggi. Bašta Fest è di grande importanza per il decentramento della cultura poiché ha portato film, musica e programmi diversi in questa splendida regione. Una delle priorità del festival è promuovere l'incredibile bellezza naturale a un gran numero di visitatori. Tuttavia, il nostro obiettivo principale è quello di convertire questo festival in un'emozionante oasi culturale, che sostiene giovani artisti locali e internazionali, ponendo l'accento sui cortometraggi di finzione con autenticità. La selezione principale è un programma di cortometraggi in concorso, mentre due film vengono proiettati come parte di non competizione, programma speciale ogni anno - uno durante l'apertura e uno durante la cerimonia di chiusura. L'ultimo ad essere proiettato è un primo lungometraggio serbo, scelto dal team di Bašta fest come quello di maggior successo dell'anno precedente. L'ingresso a tutte le proiezioni a Bašta è gratuito, mentre sono sempre tenute sotto il cielo notturno aperto. Attualmente ci sono due location ufficiali del festival: il parco Borići e il lago Perućac.
DEA OPEN AIR International Film Festival è un prodotto dello Studio MultiMedia «Nositi».
Il Festival si svolgerà nella capitale Tirana.
VIVA FESTIVAL is a permanent event in the field of culture and art, the founder and organizer is the VIVA Association from Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. At the same time domestic and international competitive film festival artistic achievements in the field of documentary film and video (electronic).The festival is held in Sarajevo, once a year, takes a maximum of four days.
The Festival reserves the rights of final decision on the program in which the film will be shown.
Movies can be short and medium length feature.
Competition has four categories:
1. Religion (its themed films that promote the specifics of religion, in order to rapprochement, understanding and inter-religious tolerance);
2. Ecology (films that its theme promote the natural heritage of their countries in order to encourage the development of environmental awareness);
3. Tourism (films that its theme promote the tourism potential of country of origin).
4. Youth BiH (Films produced by the youth and young filmmakers from Bosnia And Herzegovina)
Ritorna anche in questo 2022 il Fabriano Film Fest, ormai alla sua decima edizione.
Il festival si terrà dal 20 al 24 ottobre nella bella città di Fabriano.
Sono sempre molte le attività che si affiancano alle proiezioni dei cortometraggi, dunque anche per questa 10° edizione vi promettiamo
“Grandi emozioni, in piccole dosi”…
Due to some unavoidable circumstances our 1st International Wildlife Animal & Environment Film festival of Odisha 2016 postponed to 14th November 2016 so the date of opening and closing of film submission will be as per notice given.
The 1st International Wildlife Animal & Environment Film festival of Odisha & 3rd International Children Film Festival 2016 will be staged on 14th November 2016 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.
Art. 6 - Le opere per la selezione dovranno essere inviate in formato MPEG4 -
HL64.MP4 - MP4
Scadenza: 30 aprile 2015.
Art.7 - Al file del film dovranno essere allegati:
- modulo di iscrizione;
- Sinossi del film in lingua italiana e in lingua inglese;
- almeno 5 Fotografie del film, a colori e/o in bianco e nero in formato digitale (peso
massimo 6 MB, lato maggiore minimo 1600 pixel, 300 DPI);
- autorizzazione a pubblicare gratuitamente dati e immagini inviati sul catalogo dell’evento
e la messa a disposizione agli organi di stampa.
