WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?
We invite producers, directors and distributors from anywhere in the world who own the copyright, intellectual rights and other rights related to audiovisual and cinematographic works that address film themes of creative social impact at an international level.
DUTIES OF THE PARTICIPANTS
Participants must own the rights to the registered audiovisual work, including images, sounds and soundtrack, and have all written authorizations. Likewise, they must possess the rights and authorizations of third parties involved, especially in cases of minors or people under guardianship.
The legal representative of the entity that nominates the work is the only interlocutor with the Festival, assuming full responsibility before third parties related to the production.
The Festival is not responsible for breaches of the regulations, exempting itself from claims from third parties. Participants agree to indemnify the Festival for legal expenses and fees, as well as direct or indirect damages, derived from judicial proceedings or agreements with plaintiffs.
REQUIREMENTS
To register a work at the Bellavista Film Festival International Film Festival, it is necessary to use the Festhome and FilmFreeway platforms during the established period.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Registrations for the Festival will be available from April 20, 2024 and will close on July 31, 2024 at 11:59 PM.
CONDITIONS
▪ Only works produced after January 1, 2022 will be admitted to the Festival.
▪ Works in a foreign language must have subtitles in Spanish to be considered in the selection.
▪ Works that do not address relevant themes for the festival will be automatically disqualified.
CATEGORIES
Feature film 70 to 90 minutes
Short film 7 to 30 minutes
1. Fiction:
Films that present imaginative and creative stories, both in narrative and visual form. Fiction films can address a wide range of social issues, from the fight for equality to the exploration of the human condition.
2. Animation:
Animated films that use visual creativity to address issues of social impact. From short films to feature films, we value innovation in animation technique and the ability of films to convey powerful messages through their images.
3. Creative Documentary:
Documentary films that experiment with unconventional narrative forms and innovative techniques to tell stories of social impact. We value originality and creativity in the presentation of themes, as well as the ability of films to challenge perceptions and generate critical reflection. From essay film to experimental documentary, we look for works that expand the limits of the documentary genre.
4. University Cinema:
Films that highlight the emerging talent of young university filmmakers who are exploring topics relevant to their generation and society at large. We value freshness and originality in narrative, as well as students' technical ability to tell stories effectively. This category provides a platform for emerging filmmakers to share their unique perspectives and contribute to the dialogue on important social issues.
5. Cinema for kids:
Films that address relevant topics for boys and girls, from universities and inclusion to caring for the environment. We value the artistic quality and the ability of films to captivate the imagination of young people while transmitting positive and constructive messages.
NOTE: Successful registration does not automatically guarantee the selection of the film for the Festival programming.
