Regulations – 1st Luminosa – International Queer Film Festival
- International submissions of short films and music videos for the 1st edition of the Luminosa – International Queer Film Festival are open from July 11 to August 5, 2025. Submissions for Brazilian films are now closed.
- Only works directed by LGBTQIA+ individuals are eligible. In the case of music videos, both the director and the featured musical artists must identify as LGBTQIA+.
- For the international short film competition, we accept films completed from 2023 onwards, with a maximum duration of 30 (thirty) minutes, regardless of genre or theme. Films already available on commercial streaming platforms and/or social media will not be considered.
- For international music videos, we accept productions released from 2024 onwards, with a maximum duration of 7 (seven) minutes, regardless of genre or theme. Unlike short films, music videos may be available on commercial streaming platforms and/or social media.
- All international submissions must include English subtitles if they contain dialogue. If selected, a version with Portuguese subtitles will be required for screening.
- The submission fee for international entries varies according to the deadline, as follows:
1) Regular deadline: 5 USD
2) Late deadline: 10 USD
Please note that the festival does not receive financial support. All submission fees will be entirely reinvested to ensure the festival's operations, which are strictly non-profit.
Terms and Conditions
- Luminosa – International Queer Film Festival is not responsible for any claims regarding copyright or ownership of the selected works. All responsibility lies solely with the filmmaker or the entity submitting the work, whether an individual or a legal entity.
- If selected, the person or company submitting the work automatically authorizes its non-commercial exhibition as part of the official program of the 1st edition of Luminosa. They also authorize the use of excerpts, stills, and submitted information for promotional purposes across any media.
- Promotional and/or screening materials requested by the festival must be delivered within the established deadline. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
- The curatorial team has full authority over the selection process. All decisions are final and not subject to appeal. The team may suggest adjustments to the screening format or reallocate a work to a different category than the one originally submitted.
- If there is interest in additional screenings after the festival ends, the team will contact the person responsible for the submission to negotiate terms or request new authorization.
- By submitting a work, the applicant agrees to all terms outlined in this regulation. The organization reserves the right to resolve any unforeseen issues or omissions not covered in this document.
- Submission fees are non-refundable.
