Cinema Columbus

LOCAL CATEGORY ELIGIBILITY:

To submit to either Local Feature or Local Short, your film must have 50% or over shot in Ohio.

Presentation:
If your film is selected to participate in Cinema Columbus, it must be available for screening in DCP. In the case of short films only, digital files are acceptable upon communication and consultation with festival team.

Prior Screenings:
We do not operate on "premiere" status. Films may be screened at other film festivals or theatrically both inside and outside of Franklin County, OH, prior to Cinema Columbus.

Explicit Sexual Content:
No pornography. Explicit sexual content may result in disqualification.

SUBMISSION REGULATIONS

Format:
• All films must be submitted as a secure online screener (i.e. Vimeo).
• Once a submission link has been accepted, we cannot guarantee that subsequent updates will be viewed.
• Non-refundable entry fee (payable via Visa, Mastercard, or American Express)

Opt-in:
By submitting your film, you agree to be added to our mailing list in order to notify you of your entry’s status as well as news about the festival.

SELECTION REGULATIONS

Notification:
Films selected to be screened as part of Cinema Columbus will be notified on or before February 9, 2025.

Cinema Columbus does not assume any liability for damage to prints due to improper containers or otherwise. All films in our possession will be insured against damage or loss while participating in the festival.