The Next Level International Film Festival

• • • Rules and Regulations • • •

--- Accepted Categories ---
• We accept Feature Films, Short Films, Trailers, TV Pilots, and Music Videos.

--- Usage Rights ---
• By submitting your film to TNLIFF, you grant us non-exclusive rights to showcase your film if selected as a finalist and to use related materials (e.g., trailers, teasers, posters) for festival promotion. If you wish to opt out of this, please let us know when you submit it.

--- Rating ---
• There are no rating restrictions for entries.

--- Prior Screenings ---
• Films that have been screened at other festivals are still eligible for submission.

--- Duration Limits ---
• Short Films: Maximum of 30 minutes (including credits).
• Feature Films: Minimum of 45 minutes (including credits).
• Trailers: Maximum of 5 minutes.
• Music Videos: Maximum of 5 minutes.

--- Production Date ---
• Films must have been completed on or after 1st January 2020.

--- Language Requirements ---
• Films must be in English or have English subtitles available.

--- Multiple Submissions ---
• You may submit more than one film, but each requires a separate entry form and fee.

--- Entry Fees ---
• Entry fees apply per film entered and cover all relevant categories (e.g., Best Actress, Best Director).
• Fees are non-refundable.

--- Submission Format ---
• Submissions must be available via the secure online screener function on FilmFreeway. If your film is password-protected, ensure the password is provided.

--- Rights and Clearances ---
• Entrants must obtain all necessary licenses, release forms, clearances, and permits for their work.

--- Completed Films Only ---
• Rough cuts will not be accepted.

--- Judging Decisions ---
• All decisions made by TNLIFF judges are final.

--- Festival Inclusion ---
• If your film is selected, you will be required to provide a downloadable version for inclusion in the festival.

--- Selection Notification ---
• All entrants will be notified of their submission status prior to the event. Unfortunately, not all submissions will be selected for screening.

--- Ownership Declaration ---
• By submitting, the film director (or submitter) confirms they are the rightful owner(s) of the submission and that it does not infringe on any intellectual property or personal rights.

--- Non-Discrimination Policy ---
• Submissions will not be judged based on country of origin, language, age, race, education, ideology, or economic resources.

--- Media Coverage ---
• TNLIFF is a public event open to media coverage. Participants acknowledge they may have their likeness or work featured in print, electronic, or digital broadcasts. TNLIFF is not responsible for media coverage or publicity during associated events.