1) Duration Limit: Films submitted should not exceed 15 minutes. (That includes credits)
2) Genre Diversity: "Love" themed. This could be romantic love, family love, friendship, self-love, or any other form of love.
3) Selection Process: Submission of a film does not automatically ensure its acceptance into the festival. Filmmakers will be informed of their submission status by Sunday, December 3rd.
4) Content Guidelines: All submissions must be appropriate for a general audience. Please refrain from including extreme gore or explicit sexual content.
5) Submission Fee: A submission fee of $10 is allocated toward funding the awards.
6) Eligibility for Student Entries: To qualify as a student submission, the film must have been created during the filmmaker’s enrollment in either a high school or college. Films do not need to be part of a school assignment. Graduates are eligible, provided the film was made during their student years.
7) Multiple Submissions: Filmmakers may submit multiple projects. However, only one film per director will be selected for screening. Films may have overlapping producers, cast, or crew members.
8) No Refunds: Please note that submission fees are non-refundable.
9) Judging and Awards: Our panel of judges will pre-select the winners for each category before the event. The Audience Choice Award will be an exception, as votes from festival attendees will determine it.
10) Language and Subtitles: If the film is not in English, it should be subtitled in English. This is important for ensuring accessibility and understanding among a diverse audience.
11) Filmmaker Attendance: If possible, encourage filmmakers to attend the festival for networking and Q&A sessions. This enhances the festival experience for both the audience and the filmmakers.
