Rules and Terms
1. Eligibility:
Theme: All submissions must align with the festival’s overarching theme of sensory and experimental cinema, focusing on the engagement of multiple senses and pushing the boundaries of conventional film.
Open to All: The festival welcomes submissions from filmmakers of all levels, including students, emerging talents, and established professionals.
International Submissions: Films from any country or region are accepted. However, non-English language films must include English subtitles to ensure accessibility.
Completion Date: Films must have been completed on or after 1 January 2018 to qualify for entry into the festival.
Original Work: All films must be original works. Any adaptation must have the necessary rights secured by the filmmaker.
2. Submission Guidelines:
Digital Submission Only: All films must be submitted digitally through the festival’s official submission platform (FilmFreeway; link available on the festival website). No physical copies or DVDs will be accepted.
Screener Requirements: Submissions should include a high-quality digital screener on FilmFreeway or a link (such as Vimeo or YouTube) with a password if required. Please ensure that the video is accessible to festival reviewers throughout the selection period (10/10/2024 - 20/07/2025).
Submission Fees: A non-refundable submission fee applies, which must be paid in full at the time of submission. Fees vary depending on the category and submission deadline (e.g., early-bird, regular, or late deadline).
Student Submissions: If you select the student fee, you are required to send proof of your student status to info@allsensesfilmfestival.co.uk. Failure to provide this may result in disqualification.
Multiple Entries: Filmmakers are welcome to submit multiple films; however, each film must be submitted individually with a separate submission fee.
Re-Submissions: Films that have been previously submitted to the festival and not selected may only be re-submitted if significant changes or updates have been made.
3. Film Lenth:
Short Films: Maximum runtime of 30 minutes, including credits.
4. Content and Technical Requirements:
Technical Quality: Films should be submitted in high-resolution formats (minimum HD). Lower-quality files may result in disqualification.
Language: All dialogue must be in English or subtitled in English for non-English language films.
5. Selection Process:
Review Committee: Each film will be reviewed by a committee of industry professionals, artists, and festival curators who are experts in experimental cinema, sensory filmmaking, and cutting-edge technology.
Judging Criteria: Films will be judged based on innovation, creativity, sensory engagement, narrative structure, technical execution, and how well they fit within the festival’s theme.
Notification of Acceptance: Filmmakers whose works are selected for screening will be notified via email. The official selection list will also be published on the festival’s website.
Screening Rights: Selected films grant the All Senses Film Festival the right to screen the film during the festival dates and in associated promotional events. Filmmakers retain full ownership and copyright of their work.
6. Prizes:
Art Mentoring: Each selected artist will receive two art mentoring sessions with professionals and artists involved in the All Senses Film Festival. The sessions will take place individually, online or onsite in London to support experimental artistic practice and expand new or current projects. Mentoring will be arranged via email with selected artists.
7. Exhibition Formats:
Screening Formats: Selected films must be provided in the format required by the festival for screening (DCP, HD digital file, .mp4, .mov, etc.) alongside three high-quality stills (300 dpi, .jpg or .png) for promotional purposes. We will request the files via email with full instructions. Failure to provide the appropriate format may result in disqualification.
Installations and Performance Films: For installation or performance-based films, filmmakers are responsible for coordinating the setup of any special equipment to present their work.
8. Copyright and Intellectual Property:
Ownership: Filmmakers retain all rights to their submitted films. The festival does not claim any ownership over the work.
Clearances: Filmmakers must secure the necessary permissions and rights for all content included in the film (including music, footage, images, or scripts). The festival will not be held responsible for any copyright infringement or legal disputes arising from the content of the film.
Promotional Use: By submitting a film, filmmakers grant the festival permission to use clips, trailers, or stills from the film for promotional purposes, including use on the festival website, social media, and press coverage.
9. Screening Venue and Dates:
Location: The festival will take place in London, with the exact venue still to be confirmed. Filmmakers will be notified as soon as the location is finalised.
Dates: The festival dates will be announced closer to the event. The festival reserves the right to amend the festival dates or postpone the event if necessary.
10. Filmmaker Attendance:
Encouraged but Not Mandatory: While attending the festival in person is encouraged, it is not mandatory.
Travel and Accommodation: The festival does not cover travel or accommodation expenses, but filmmakers will be provided with a list of recommended hotels and venues offering discounts for festival participants.
12. Disqualification:
The festival reserves the right to disqualify any film that does not meet the above criteria, including films that fail to submit the correct format, do not secure the necessary clearances, or are found to have violated copyright laws.
Films that promote hate speech, violence, or discriminatory content based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or disability will be immediately disqualified.
13. Code of Conduct:
Respectful Environment: The All Senses Film Festival is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all attendees, filmmakers, and staff. Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated, and those found in violation of this policy will be asked to leave the event.
By submitting a film, you agree to adhere to the rules and terms outlined above. The festival reserves the right to modify these terms at any time.
