The International Short Film Festival “Eye of Stone” is organized by The Stone Cinema Association, a non-profit organization.
1. Festival Objective:
- The primary goal of the Stone Eye Film Festival is to celebrate creativity and cinematic diversity by providing a platform for both emerging and established filmmakers.
2. Categories:
- Stone Eye Film Festival will accept submissions in various categories, including short films, feature films, documentaries, animation, among others.
3. Eligibility:
- The festival is open to filmmakers worldwide.
- Submitted works must meet specific duration requirements: short films up to 30 minutes, medium-length films up to 59 minutes, feature films from 60 minutes onwards. All productions must have been made from 2018 onwards.
4. Submission Process:
- Submissions will be exclusively through the Filmfreeway platform.
- Participants must complete the registration form and provide the required materials, including download or viewing links for their works.
5. Key Dates:
- Festival Dates: May 13-19, 2024.
- Announcement of Selected Films: May 7, 2024.
6. Jury:
- A jury consisting of prominent professionals in the film industry, critics, and experts will be assembled.
7. Awards:
- Stone Eye Film Festival will award diplomas in various categories, such as Best Feature Film, Best Medium-Length Film, and Best Short Film.
8. Screening and Exhibition:
- Selected films will be screened through the Stone Eye Film Festival platform.
- Detailed information about screening schedules and locations will be provided.
9. Copyright:
- Participants must own the copyright of the submitted works and ensure there are no legal conflicts.
10. Advertising and Promotion:
- Stone Eye Film Festival reserves the right to use excerpts from selected films for promotional purposes. Filmmakers are encouraged to actively participate in promoting the event.
11. Acceptance of Terms and Conditions:
- Participation in the Stone Eye Film Festival implies the unconditional acceptance of these terms and conditions.
12. Modifications:
- The organizing committee reserves the right to make modifications to the terms and conditions, notifying participants of any significant changes.