BFF - Beyond Films
(International Film Festival)
Hosted in the 8th World Wonder - Niagara Falls, Canada

Festival Dates:
Wed, May 29, 2025 - Thurs, June 5, 2025
https://byota.ca/bff/
Screening Details:
Official Selections will be screened at a physical venue, attended by live audiences.
Laurels:

NOTE: All films submitted will receive the "BFF - Beyond Films 2025" Laurel.
Official Selections will receive a second "Official Selection" Laurel.
Award Nominees will receive a third "Best Picture Nominee" Laurel, etc...

Awards Event:
Nominated films will be submitted to the online festival and automatically considered for the Awards Event. The online festival selections will be hosted on www.byota.tv in the BFF Online International Film Festival Category.

Awards & Prizes

BYOTA TV Academy Awards honoring the Best of Film, Television & Music.

“Here are five factors that will determine the films that win from the nominees, with the added condition that their trailer, film, music video, or TV show must also be streamed on BFF's - online BYOTA Film Festival to be eligible.”

Voting Data: Audience votes, collected through the BFF or other voting systems, play a crucial role in determining the winners. Votes are counted from BFF's - Beyond Films - International Film Festival Attendance & Integrated System.

Social Media Mentions and Engagement: The number of mentions, shares, and overall engagement on social media platforms (such as Mundo Diary, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, etc.) helps measure how much attention and support the participants are receiving. Films with higher social media traction often demonstrate widespread influence, which can contribute to their eligibility and potential win.

Sales and Revenue Data: Metrics such as ticket sales or event revenue provide a quantifiable way to gauge the success and influence of a nominee.

Votes from BFF Voting Cards: BFF Voting Cards (which may be distributed to a dedicated group of fans, influencers, or other stakeholders) add a unique layer to the process. These votes serve as a more targeted form of support from loyal audiences, influencers, or industry professionals who are deeply invested in the nominees.

Best Film
Best Documentary
Best Music Video/Music Documentary
Best Short Film
People's Choice Award
Lifetime Achievement Award

Rules & Terms

SUBMISSIONS - Films & Videos

The BYOTA International Film Festival invites filmmakers worldwide to submit their works, with no specific length or subject restrictions.

Submission Guidelines:

Eligibility: Open to filmmakers aged 18 years or older, from all around the world.
Rights and Ownership: The submitting entity guarantees that it holds the necessary rights for reproduction and public screening of the film at the BYOTA International Film Festival, or that they have secured appropriate permissions from the rights holder. The submitting entity further guarantees that the BYOTA International Film Festival will be protected from any third-party claims related to the film's screening.

Quality Requirements: Films must be submitted in HD (1080p) or 4K quality for optimal viewing experience.

Language: All languages are accepted. No translations are needed or required.
Submission Platform: Films must be submitted digitally through FilmFreeway or another approved platform.

Film Release Year: There is no limitation on the release year of submitted films.

We look forward to seeing your creative work on the big screen!
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  • william davern

    Great festival! Thanks for selecting my documentary "Free Speech to Cancel Culture: Profiles in Canadian Comedy"!

    June 2025
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