Anti-War International Independent Film Festival

1. Organization:
The festival is organized by MTÜ Anti-War International Independent Film Festival (AWIIFF), a non-profit organization (NPO) registered in the Republic of Estonia under registration code 80657576, with its legal address at Jõhvi, Jaama 6, Estonia. The festival is committed to supporting independent anti-war films that raise awareness about the human cost of conflict.

2. Eligibility:
a) Only films with a clear anti-war theme are eligible for submission.
b) Only films created without financial or other forms of government support (including, but not limited to, state funding or subsidies) will be considered for the main program. Films made with government involvement may be considered for separate sections at the discretion of the organizers.

3. Submission:
a) Films must be submitted through the official festival website or other designated online platforms by the submission deadline. It is the responsibility of the filmmaker to ensure the accuracy and completeness of their submission. Organizers are not liable for technical issues that may arise during the submission process.
b) Filmmakers will be required to submit their films in the required format as specified by the festival organizers. Films submitted in incorrect formats may be disqualified.

4. Categories:
The festival will include categories such as feature films, documentaries, short films, animations, and others. The organizers reserve the right to add, modify, or remove categories as necessary to fit the scope of the festival and the films submitted.

5. Selection Process:
All submissions will be reviewed by a selection committee, which will determine which films will be selected for screening. The committee's decision is final, and no correspondence regarding the selection results will be entertained. The committee evaluates films based on their artistic merit and relevance to the festival’s anti-war theme.

6. Language and Subtitles:
Films not in English must be submitted with English subtitles. The responsibility for ensuring the accuracy and proper synchronization of subtitles lies with the filmmakers.

7. Formats:
Films must be submitted in the format specified by the festival organizers. Films submitted in incorrect formats may be disqualified. Organizers are not responsible for any issues arising from improper file formatting.

8. Screenings:
Selected films will be screened at designated venues during the festival. The festival organizers reserve the right to change the screening schedule or venues if necessary.

9. Awards:
Awards will be presented in various categories. The number and type of awards may be adjusted at the discretion of the organizers. The jury’s decision is final, and no further correspondence will be entertained regarding the awards.

10. Promotion and Publicity:
By submitting a film, the filmmaker grants the festival the right to use excerpts, stills, trailers, and other promotional materials for the purpose of festival promotion. This includes but is not limited to social media promotion, festival brochures, and other publicity materials.

11. Cancellation and Refund Policy:
In the event of the cancellation or alteration of the festival, the organizers will refund submission fees to all participants. The organizers will not be held responsible for any other expenses incurred by filmmakers or attendees, including travel, accommodation, or other costs.

12. Non-Responsibility Clause (Force Majeure):
The organizers will not be held liable for failure to meet their obligations due to circumstances beyond their control, including but not limited to natural disasters, pandemics, wars, strikes, or other force majeure events.

13. Confidentiality and Data Protection:
All data provided by participants during the submission process will be processed in compliance with applicable data protection laws (such as the GDPR in the EU). Organizers commit to keeping personal information confidential and will not disclose it to third parties unless required for the festival’s operation (e.g., for announcing selected films or winners).

14. Copyright and Intellectual Property:
By submitting a film, the filmmaker confirms that they hold all rights to the film, including copyrights and rights to use music, images, and any other elements included in the film. Filmmakers are solely responsible for ensuring that the film does not infringe upon third-party intellectual property rights. The festival organizers are not responsible for any copyright violations.

15. Behavior of Participants:
All participants are expected to behave respectfully during the festival. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify any participant who engages in disruptive or disrespectful behavior, threatens the safety of others, or creates inconvenience for other participants or festival attendees.

16. Acknowledgment of Terms:
By submitting a film, the participant acknowledges that they have read and agreed to these rules and regulations. The participant also agrees to abide by the decisions of the festival organizers, whose decisions are final. The festival reserves the right to amend these rules at any time without prior notice.

17. Sponsorship and Partnership:
The festival may collaborate with sponsors and partners, whose involvement will be publicly announced. Sponsoring or partnering organizations do not have any influence over the film selection process or the organization of the festival.