Eligibility
1. All films must have been completed after 1st January 2017
2. All films must have been created by filmmakers based in the UK or Ireland
3. All films must have a maximum running time of 25 minutes.
4. All films must not have received UK theatrical distribution before 29th April 2019.
5. The primary contact for each submission must have obtained necessary permissions for the inclusion of copyrighted music, images and other material within the film. By completing this submission, the applicant confirms that they possess all rights necessary for the screening of the submitted film at this film festival.
6. If the original language of the film is not English, the preview and screening copy must be subtitled in English.
7. All films submitted to the festival must be available for screening at the 2019 LOCO London Comedy Film Festival 25-29 April 2019.
Selection Process
8. All submitting filmmakers must complete their submission and provide the correct payment through FilmFreeway otherwise the submission will not be considered.
9. The final selection of all films and their placement in the programme is the responsibility of LOCO programmers and their decision is final.
10. Due to the large number of submissions we are unable to offer feedback on individual films or unsuccessful entries, really sorry.
Selected Films
11. All filmmakers will be notified as to whether their film has been selected, by Friday 15th February 2019.
12. If selected for screening as part of the festival the filmmaker will need to provide a screening copy of their film by a deadline given at the time of notification. Screening formats are due to be decided as it depends on the screening venue. This can be discussed and confirmed if your film is selected.
Delivery of Selected Films
13. The cost of dispatching the screening copy to LOCO will be paid by the sender. The cost of returning the screening copy from the festival will be paid by LOCO.
14. It is the responsibility of the owner of the screening copy to ensure adequate insurance coverage for both inward and outward shipment as well as the time it is in LOCO’s possession. LOCO is not responsible for any loss or damage to the screening copy whilst it is in our possession.
Publicity
15. By completing the submission the applicant allows the reproduction of stills and film clips (under 3mins) for LOCO publications, promotions, press and TV screening.
16. Additional promotional material such as press packs are not necessary at this stage and should not be included.
Terms and Conditions
17. By completing the submission you agree to LOCO contacting you regarding the status of the submission and with additional relevant information to the submission process. If your film is accepted to the festival LOCO will request any materials and information required and keep you informed so that we can produce a successful screening.
18. By completing the submission you agree to the terms and conditions in this document. Failure to comply with these terms and conditions may result in the submission being disqualified.
19. These terms and conditions are subject to change without prior notice.
