DeREEL Independent Film Festival

You will need to submit the following items with this application:
1. A digital copy of the film, clearly labeled with film title, director, tracking number, running time, contact phone / email. No other format will be accepted. All communication between the festival and filmmakers will primarily be via email.

2. A film still as a digital file at least 300dpi, for use by DIFF should the film be selected.

3. A longer synopsis with plot points and a list of cast and character names. Although not necessary, a full press kits may be included in your application package if available.

4. All official selections will be listed on the dereel.com website by March 15, 2019.
All entries will be viewed by the selection committee. The Festival will make no cuts or changes. The festival does not pay rental or screening fees for submitted work.

5.Non-English language produced films must have English subtitles.

6. PAYMENT INFORMATION:
Payment is via FilmFreeway only. No Checks, Money Orders or Cashiers Checks.

7. DISTRIBUTION:
One of our major sponsors is a Film Distributor specialising in Independent Films. If your film is of a quality that we feel my be of interest to the film distributor then we reserve the right to forward your details to the distributor for them to contact you regarding a possible non exclusive distribution deal. If you do not wish to be contacted then please let us know as this is opt out only.

8. AWARDS
A festival jury will present awards to films selected as best in category.

9. RETURN OF SUBMISSIONS
Please only send materials you do not wish to have returned, it's cheaper and easier for all involved. Please do not send us masters, originals, your only copy, etc. as they will not be returned.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I warrant that I own and/or have obtained legal clearance or license to all contents of my Festival entry including but not limited to script; still and moving pictures; writings; talent; music; and all other images and sounds. I further affirm that I have the authority or authorisation to submit the enclosed program with this application. Additionally, I will hold the DeREEL Independent Film Festival (Diff) harmless for any and all suits or liabilities arising from any alleged or actual violations of copyright or other rights, or loss of programs submitted. I understand that with my signature the winning entries may be exhibited at the 2019 DeREEL Independent Film Festival. I also give non-exclusive permission to the Diff to use images of this production for the following applications.
* display on the Internet and including streaming on the web site
* public relations and press materials
* advertisements, documentation and print collateral
* compilation reels

I hereby certify and represent that I have read the foregoing and fully understand the meaning and effect thereof and, intending to be legally bound.