Fusionfilm International Film Festival

Here are the submission guidelines for the Fusionfilm International Film Festival Online Edition:

1. **Premiere Status:** Films of any premiere status are eligible for consideration, allowing filmmakers to submit works regardless of whether they have been previously premiered at other festivals or events.

2. **Production Date:** Films must have been produced after January 1, 2000, ensuring that submitted works are recent productions reflecting contemporary filmmaking trends.

3. **Acceptance of Unproduced Scripts:** Unproduced scripts are accepted, providing aspiring screenwriters with an opportunity to showcase their writing talents and potentially see their work realized on screen.

4. **Language Requirement:** Films must be in English or include English subtitles, ensuring accessibility for a wider audience and facilitating comprehension for non-English-speaking viewers.

5. **No Theme, Genre, or Author Restrictions:** There are no restrictions on theme, genre, or authorship, allowing filmmakers the freedom to explore diverse subjects, styles, and perspectives in their work.

6. **Category Entry Requirement:** Filmmakers must enter at least one main category, encouraging participation across various filmmaking disciplines and genres.

7. **Right to Use Film for Promotion:** The festival reserves the right to use submitted films for promotional purposes, enabling the festival to showcase selected works and promote the event to a wider audience.

8. **Non-Refundable Entry Fees:** Entry fees are non-refundable, ensuring that filmmakers understand the financial commitment associated with submitting their work to the festival.

9. **Individual Entry Fees:** Each entry requires its own fee, allowing filmmakers to submit multiple works for consideration while ensuring that each submission is evaluated separately.

10. **Clearances and Originality:** Filmmakers must have obtained all necessary clearances for copyrighted material and certify the originality of their work, ensuring compliance with intellectual property laws and ethical standards.

11. Film Link Requirement: During submission, filmmakers must provide a film link (YouTube/Vimeo) for their work, allowing the festival organizers to review the submissions online and facilitate the selection process efficiently.

These guidelines aim to provide clarity and transparency for filmmakers interested in submitting their work to the Fusionfilm International Film Festival Online Edition, ensuring a fair and accessible submission process for all participants.