International Film Contest MusicFirework Vision is an international online film contest.

Organizer: Ruber Vran Production Company.
General Information Partner: Network publication "MusicFirework".
Information Partner: Radio Encore Rock.

The purpose of the сontest is to support and develop modern cinema, identify and promote talented filmmakers.
The сontest is held on a non-profit basis, without charging organizational fees or paying rewards.
The objectives of the сontest are as follows:
To stimulate the creative activity of filmmakers.
To draw attention to modern cinema.
To create a positive image of cinema.
Winners will be announced in many categories.
Professional jury members choose the winners.
Winners will receive laurels, diplomas, and informational support from the online publication MusicFirework.

Rules & Terms

RULES FOR APPLYING TO INTERNATIONAL FILM CONTEST MUSICFIREWORK VISION

1. Film Requirements:

The production date of the film must be no earlier than January 1, 2024.
Films with any aspect ratio are eligible, including vertical (9:16), which corresponds to a separate nomination.
Films containing voice-over narration or dialogue in a foreign language must be accompanied by English or Russian subtitles. Translation is not required for films built exclusively on a visual sequence and music (with no verbal component).
The film is not required to be a premiere and may participate in other festivals and competitions.

2. Films are accepted in the following nominations:

Best Short Film (up to 40 minutes)
Best Feature Film (over 40 minutes)
Best Documentary Film
Best Vertical Film
Best Experimental Film
Best Debut
Best Ultra-Short Film (up to 3 minutes)
Best Original Music Score

3. Content Restrictions:

Films must not contain materials that explicitly contradict international norms (calls for violence, discrimination, terrorism), nor violate the laws of the country of production and the Russian Federation.
Submitted films must not infringe upon the copyrights of third parties. Responsibility for copyright compliance lies with the Contest participants.

4. Copyright:

The participant guarantees that they possess all necessary rights to the submitted film, including copyright and related rights. The Organizer is not responsible for any infringement of third-party copyrights.

5. Distribution Certificate:

A distribution certificate is not required for participation in the contest, as the screening of films is conducted as part of a non-commercial online event and does not constitute a public demonstration.

6. Use of Films:

The Organizer guarantees that full versions of the films are used exclusively for closed jury viewing.
Material Confidentiality Policy: Full versions of the films do not leave the confines of the jury panel. No fragment, screenshot, or other audiovisual element of your film will be published without your written consent. Your intellectual property remains with you in full.
Sole exception: Films and the names of authors included in the shortlist and winners list are mentioned in text publications and announcements on the MusicFirework website, without displaying any video or audio material, except for links to official trailers provided by the participant themselves.

7. Participation in the contest implies agreement with all articles of these Regulations.

The Organizer reserves the right to reject an application if the submitted materials do not comply with these rules.