GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SUBMISSION OF A FILM/SHORTS/DOCU/WEB SERIES TO TFM FILM FESTIVAL:
Main Submission Categories:
1. New Films : Made within January 2018-2023 Till date of application Open.
2. Older Films: Making older up to 7 years from January 2014 -June 2023.
Dates and Venues
TFM Film Festival will take place in jan 2024. The absolute final submission deadline is as communicated on TFM Film Festival Website. The results will be announced at an Awards Ceremony. The venues vary - see website for details. www.ontfm.com
Competition
Entries will be assessed and successful submission will be programmed for screening and enter the Festival competition. If your film is selected we reserve the right to show your film on our digital platform for a period of our choosing.
Formats
For the selection process a private link in mp4 HD with minimum 1K resolution format video is to be shared. Final date for submissions is as communicated on TFMFF website. The film may be shot in any format. However, we recommend 16:9 / 16:9 Full Height Anamorphic -HD.
Selection
You must have completed the work no earlier than three years preceding the date of submission deadline.
Screening
Digital Screening schedule will be announced after the final submission deadline. We require permission to screen the film on our platform for at least 1 month. Either a Festival Jury or People Choice poll votes will select the final award winning entry. A short list of nominees will be invited and the award winner will be notified on the day of screenings.
Clearance & copyrights
All entries must obtain the appropriate copyright clearances (i.e. music, images, etc). Failure to do so will result in the entry being disqualified from the competition.
Publicity
we reserve the right to use extracts from submissions for festival publicity and marketing purposes, before, during and after the TFM Film Festival. You will be required to provide: press materials, high res stills from the film, poster, promo reel or trailer (in HD if available), filmography/biography and a headshot/photograph of the Director.
Content Categories
TFM film festival is open for Short Films, Features, Documentaries and Web Series. The content must adhere to the theme and can belong to any genres.
Judging Criteria
We are looking for original, creative and high quality moving image production. Your film will be assessed on narrative structure, cinematography and post-production techniques.
If your film is selected for the Festival, you will have the opportunity to screen your work on an international platform. The Filmy Monks will promote and market your film. However to maximize your film's success, it would be helpful if you also generate hype and interest in your project. Please be sure to avoid misrepresentation of The Filmy Monks Film Festival in your marketing.
Disclaimer
All decisions are reserved by The Filmy Monks Film Festivals and they will stand all binding. Any disputes with respect of any matter relating to the TFMFF shall be subjected to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts and forums in Mumbai.
