[Eligibility for Participation]
1. Films must align with the core values of the film festival and be related to trails in the Asian region.
2. The festival accepts various types of films, including but not limited to documentaries, animations, and dramas.
3. Only films completed between 2022 and 2024 are eligible.
4. Films should be no longer than 90 minutes.
5. There are no restrictions on the language of the film, but besides the original subtitles, English subtitles must also be included.
6. There are no restrictions on the budget of the film or the qualifications of the submitter.
7. Submitted films will be reviewed by members of the Asian Trails Network Media Task Team, with the caveat that reviewers cannot evaluate films they or their affiliated organizations have been involved in producing.
8. Films must be completed before the start of the review process.
[Authorization Notice]
1. The original copyright owner of the selected film retains the copyright, but by submitting, they grant the Asia Trails Network and the Asia Trails Film Festival the right to use the film for non-commercial promotional and organizational purposes, including a non-exclusive license to be streamed online during the festival period without additional compensation. Though the festival organizing body reserves the right to pay filmmakers a stipend, the copyright owner of the film also has the right to opt out of this authorization if their work is used for unfair gains outside the premises of the festival.
2. All submitted works may be permanently archived by the Asia Trails Network and the Asia Trails Film Festival for free viewing by staff.
3. The Asia Trails Network and the Asia Trails Film Festival will make every effort to protect the rights of all individuals associated with the films and will not exploit the authorized materials for profit.
4. If it is confirmed that the audiovisual materials provided by the submitter or producer infringe on the rights of others, the responsible party must accept the consequences.
5. Submitted films can still participate in other film festivals, but submitters must ensure there are no conflicts with any relevant entities and assume any associated responsibilities.
[Others]
1. The Asia Trails Network and the Asia Trails Film Festival reserve the right to refuse entries, change submission categories, or make other decisions as needed.
2. By submitting, participants agree to abide by all exhibition rules and certify the accuracy and legitimacy of the information and works provided.
3. The jury will notify applicants of acceptance on the announcement date.
