We are accepting submissions for the following programs:
·Feature Narrative and Documentary (45 minutes or longer)
Short Narrative and Documentary (Less than 45 minutes)
All genres are welcome. The festival programming staff will place your film in the appropriate category.
·Early bird deadline for shorts August 31, 2023
·Early bird deadline for features September 15, 2023
·Standard deadline for shorts September 29, 2023
·Standard deadline for features October 27, 2023
·Final deadline for shorts November 10, 2023
·Final deadline for features November 30, 2023
·Extended deadline for Shorts December 15, 20223
·Extended deadline for features December 30, 2023
·Late Extended deadline for All Entries January 5, 2024
Works in Progress are accepted for final deadlines only. WP should be indicated clearly on the submission form “Work in Progress” or “Rough Cut” and also indicate when exactly the final edited version will be available.
·Early deadline shorts $45 Features $60
·Standard deadline shorts $55 Features $70
·Final deadline shorts $55 Features $70
·Extended deadline Shorts $60 Features $80
Payment can be made by check or money order in US dollars payable to: BI Film Festival
All Entries must be submitted electronically only.
·Completed and signed “BI Film Festival” submission form online. (Not necessary if submitted through FilmFreeway)
·Entry Fees are non-refundable.
·Any available press materials and Media-Kit, Credit list, Lead Actors and Directors bio
and Photo.
Multiple Submissions: When sending in more than one project, each one must have its
own submission material.
· No entry shall have been screened commercially or released in video format or available on the internet prior to the Festival dates (exceptions
may be made at the discretion of the Festival)
The programming staff of the festival will select film in their discretion. Those selected will be notified via email or regular mail. On or about March 1, 2024. Those not selected will be notified via email or regular mail the following week.
If selected you should be able to provide the following material:
·Exhibition print or video;
·2 Full press kits including film stills and directors bio and Photo;
·60 Seconds Digital Video clip or trailer for promotional press;
·The project synopsis, Cast and crew credits.
If you have questions regarding the submissions process, please email: info@bifilmfestival.com
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