Universal Film Festival

Rules and Recommendations:

Rules:

1) Submissions in languages other than English must have English subtitles.
2) Submissions will only be accepted via FilmFreeway. The submitter must have proper rights to submit the film.
3) Production of the film must be within 5 years of festival date. (2018 or later)
4) Exhibition format must be delivered on DCP. This MUST be by the date stipulated in invitation. NO exceptions.
5) Any promotional materials (i.e. DVD, Posters, Etc.) mailed to Universal Film Festival will remain property of Universal Film Festival
6) Films are allowed to have screened prior to submission to the Universal Film Festival, but must not be under current distribution.
7) Films cannot have been released prior to submission to the Universal Film Festival and/or been broadcast on television.
8) A MAXIMUM of TWO (2) entries are allowed during the Free Entry Period.
9) If a submitter abuses the Free Entry period by submitting more than 2 films, all films by that submitter for FREE ENTRY will be denied/rejected for the season, UNLESS submitted with the normal ENTRY FEE.

Recommendations:
1) Submit trailer along with virtual Presse it via FilmFreeway upon initial submission
2) Student discount waiver offered. Student ID must be presented. (contact info@unversalfilmfestival.com for more information)