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Milan Ritz Film Fest
Milan Ritz Film Fest Submission Guidelines
1. General Information:
• Festival Name: Milan Ritz Film Fest
• Sponsors: Kemp Marketing, Black Sheep Logistics, and Milan Ritz
• Event Date: January 11
•Location: Milan Ritz
2. Eligibility:
• Film Duration: Films must be no longer than 30 minutes.
• Content: All films must be family-friendly. This means no explicit language, violence, sexual content, or any material that could be deemed inappropriate for children.
3. Submission Process:
• Early Bird Deadline: October 15
• Final Deadline: December 1
• Submission Fee: There is a $50 non refundable submission fee. 18 and under no charge.
• Format: Films must be submitted in a digital format (MP4, MOV).
• How to Submit:
• Submit your film via FilmFreeway
• Fill out the submission form available on the website.
• Include a brief synopsis of the film (up to 250 words).
• Provide a list of the main cast and crew.
• Attach a high-resolution poster or still from the film for promotional purposes.
4. Selection Process:
• Review Panel: All submissions will be reviewed by a panel of judges selected by the Milan Ritz FilmFest committee.
• Notification: Filmmakers will be notified of their selection status by December 15.
• Criteria: Films will be judged on creativity, storytelling, production quality, and adherence to the family-friendly requirement.
5. Screening Requirements:
• Format for Screening: Selected films must be provided in high-quality digital format suitable for screening (e.g., DCP, high-resolution MP4/MOV).
• Promotion: Selected films will be promoted through our official channels and may be included in press releases and marketing materials.
6. Rights and Clearances:
• Ownership: Filmmakers must own all the rights to their film, including music and any other copyrighted material.
• Permission: By submitting a film, the filmmaker grants the Milan Ritz Film Fest the right to screen the film and use excerpts, stills, and descriptions for promotional purposes.
7. Awards and Recognition: • Categories: Awards will be given in various categories, including Best Short Film, Audience Choice, Best Director, and others. • Prizes: Prizes and recognition will be awarded to winners at the closing ceremony of the festival.
8. Additional Information:
• Travel and Accommodation: Filmmakers are responsible for their own travel and accommodation arrangements.
• Contact: For any questions or additional information, please contact Brandy Kemp.