Weird Wednesday 0711 is an alternative to the usual movie theatre programme. We seek for national and international short films, beyond the "mainstream" from old school to progressive film making.

We offer a diversified monthly framework in an established metropolitan movie theatre that includes one short film chosen from the entries on FilmFreeway to open for a curated full-length feature. The screenings are accompanied by moderation, sometimes guest speakers and get-togethers. In addition we are proud to announce our brand new WEIRD WEEKENDER international genre film festival (www.weirdweekender.de) with slots for shorts and possible wild cards for FilmFreeway features. 2nd edition in 2024.

Our guests get the opportunity to enjoy iconic film gems from the past or exciting new discoveries on the big screen AND a glimpse of the international world of short films which is rarely seen in mainstream cinemas apart from the festival circuit. It's your chance to reach real movie lovers and not just the "film festival elite".

The programme is specially designed for independent films from classic genres like horror, scifi or exploitation up to genre hybrids and arthouse.

We search for the obscure, profound, fantastic and the weirdly extraordinary! Some main feature examples from the past 3 years: "Toxic Avenger", "Evil Dead (1981)", "It's Hard To Be A God", "Entertainment", "The Whispering Star", "Der Bunker", "Ich seh, ich seh", "Der Samurai", "A thought of ecstasy", "Die Hard", "Mr. Long", "Shin Godzilla"...

Weird Wednesday 0711 is interesting for open-minded moviegoers - we attach great importance to a balanced program, which satisfies both genre lovers as well as curious cinephiles. All screenings are presented in the original version with subtitles and without commercials.

For that, we give you the opportunity to send us your short films. Any production years are welcome. But please do consider: We won't show any feelgood romcoms or phony melodramas - your film should feel WEIRD or special in any way.

We would be honored to invite you into our theatre for the screening. Travelling costs will not be reimbursed, but we would be happy to help you with your accommodation here in Stuttgart and take you out to dinner!

A 'Weird Wednesday Official Selection' laurel and complimentary tickets to the screening awarded to each film selected.

At our extended festival WEIRD WEEKENDER there's also an audience award. Filmmakers will be notified.

Each season our jury (Stuttgart-based filmmakers and affiliates) chooses short films for the upcoming screening slots (3rd wednesday of the month). Attention: The "Event Date" on FilmFreeway is NOT the date of the live screening at the Innenstadtkinos Stuttgart, it's virtual.

There are irregular additional events (not at the Innenstadtkinos, no payment) planned to screen ALL (!) current OFFICIAL SELECTION films. We'll contact you, when exactly we schedule your film.

Each selected film needs to make sure that we receive a press kit AND THE RIGHT TO USE YOUR TRAILER (or parts of it) for marketing purposes.

The following rules constitute the conditions under which films, videos, and other materials may be submitted to the Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival. All submissions are subject to these rules.

•All films that are not in English or German must have English language subtitles.
•Entry fees must be paid in full at time of submission. No cash payments are accepted. All entry fees are non-refundable.
•Film length: up to 15 min excluding credits.
•Multiple entries from the same submitter are accepted. A separate submission and a separate entry fee must accompany each entry.
•Only submissions with completed submission fields and entry fees will be considered. Submissions received without a completed submission, an entry fee, or a screener will not be accepted.
•No postal submissions accepted.
•Proof of Student Status is required for entry to the Student category.
•Notice of receipt of submissions will be posted via submitter’s FilmFreeway account. It is the submitter’s responsibility to track the status of their submission.
•The releases for all content including, but not limited to, music and talent must be obtained by the filmmaker. The Weird Wednesday Film Festival is not liable for any copyright infringement or unauthorized usage. Any film accepted into the Weird Wednesday Film Festival may be subjected to a pre-screen for any possible infringements.

If your film is selected to screen at the monthly Weird Wednesday Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival, the following conditions also apply:
•You will need to provide at least a digital HD fine cut of your film without any interactive menus, bars or tone. We prefer a DCP for the screening. Digital transfer/download only!
•Weird Wednesday Film Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival is not liable for any damage to submitted materials.

CERTIFICATION

I acknowledge that I have read and understand the submission rules and declare that my submission is in compliance with all of the submission rules of Weird Wednesday Film Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival and FilmFreeway. I agree to abide by the submission rules, and accept full responsibility for any and all content, finished or in-progress. I certify that the film submitted is not subject to litigation, nor is any litigation threatened. I further certify that I am authorized to submit this film to the Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival. I understand Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival and any of its constituents are not liable or responsible for the unauthorized use of copyrighted material. I accept responsibility for all content, including, but not limited to, pictures, sound, music, dialogue, performances, etc. I agree to hold harmless indemnify, and at my own expense, defend Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival, its representatives, officers, employees, and agents, from and against any and all liability, claims, causes of action, and losses or damage, including attorneys' fees arising or alleged to have arisen from the film owner's obligations herein and Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival’s handling and exhibition of the submission. I also understand that Weird Wednesday 0711 Festival in its sole discretion may decide whether or not to exhibit a film during the festival dates.

Please e-mail your questions to: weirdwednesday0711@gmail.com

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  • Jono Hunter

    Great team behind this screening/fest/generally cool concept! Though we were unable to attend, we got feedback as to how the screening went. Communication was great and we are honoured to have been a small part of Weird Wednesday!

    May 2023
  • We were really happy to be part of your festival with our film " Chocolate Monsters ", it was a sweet experience! Cheers

    February 2021
  • Maya Zaleoum

    A very considerate and understanding filmfestival the communication was excellent ! It is indeed an extraordinary festival i just love the vibes, the theme, the concept and everything about it ! im so happy that my movie got selected thank you for the opportunity and thank you for being one of the best !

    November 2019
  • Thank you Weird Wednesday for acknowledging this Filmmaking niche!
    Very honored and excited to be part of your Festival.

    June 2019
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    Response from festival:

    You are very welcome, dear Sean! Thank you for submitting your great film THE PREACHER'S HOUSE!

  • Dan McNamara

    I wasn't able to attend but the audience loved my project and I was able to communicate with the team easily. An amazing supportive audience!

    May 2019