🎥✨ éphémère ~ London experimental film is Here! ✨🎥

Step into the avant-garde realm of cinematic innovation at éphémère ~ London experimental film. We invite you to witness the ephemeral beauty of experimental cinema, where each frame is a brushstroke of creativity and every moment a fleeting masterpiece.

🌟 What to Expect:

Dive into a world where boundaries are shattered, and the ordinary transforms into the extraordinary. éphémère is not just a festival; it's an immersive experience that challenges perceptions, explores the surreal, and celebrates the boundless possibilities of experimental film.

🎬 Film as Art:

Discover films that redefine the language of cinema, pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling. From abstract narratives to avant-garde techniques, each screening promises a journey into uncharted cinematic territories.

📽️ Showcasing Emerging Talent:

éphémère is a platform for emerging filmmakers to shine. Be among the first to witness the visionary works of experimental artists pushing the limits of storytelling, visuals, and sound.

🗓️ Save the Date:

15 June 2024

Join us for a cinematic odyssey where time is fleeting, art is eternal, and the experimental is celebrated. éphémère ~ London experimental film is more than an event; it's an ephemeral spectacle waiting to unfold.

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Don't miss your chance to be part of the inaugural éphémère ~ London experimental film. Let the screens come alive with ephemeral wonders and cinematic magic.

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Awards & Prizes

Possible awards on offer:

Maya Deren Award for Visionary Cinematography: Recognizing outstanding achievement in pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.

Stan Brakhage Prize for Innovative Editing: Awarded for excellence in experimental editing techniques.

Dziga Vertov Honor for Experimental Documentary: Recognizing outstanding contributions to the field of experimental documentary filmmaking.

Chris Marker Tribute for Multimedia Storytelling: Celebrating the intersection of film and multimedia arts in storytelling.

Hollis Frampton Achievement in Conceptual Filmmaking: Awarded for groundbreaking conceptual approaches in filmmaking.

Shirley Clarke Excellence in Experiential Cinema: Recognizing films that provide immersive and experiential journeys.

Bruce Conner Award for Avant-Garde Animation: Celebrating excellence in pushing the boundaries of experimental animation.

Lynne Sachs Commendation for Poetic Cinema: Awarded to films that exhibit a poetic and contemplative approach to cinema.

Jonas Mekas Memorial for Diary Film: Recognizing exceptional contributions to the art of diary filmmaking.

Su Friedrich Vanguard Award for Personal Filmmaking: Celebrating films that showcase a deeply personal and introspective narrative.

Peter Greenaway Honor for Experimental Production Design: Recognizing outstanding achievement in the innovative use of production design.

Chantal Akerman Tribute for Experimental Narrative: Awarded for exceptional storytelling that challenges traditional narrative structures.

Guy Maddin Prize for Surreal Cinematography: Celebrating excellence in creating dreamlike and surreal visual landscapes.

Agnes Varda Memorial for Intersectional Storytelling: Recognizing films that explore diverse and intersectional narratives.

Bruce Baillie Commendation for Pioneering Sound Design: Awarded for groundbreaking approaches to experimental sound design in film.

Rules & Terms

1. Submission Eligibility:

Submissions must fit within the éphémère ~ London experimental film categories.
All creators, regardless of background or experience, are encouraged to submit their works.

2. Duration Guidelines:

Submissions should generally range from 3 to 20 minutes. Exceptions can be made for exceptional works.

3. Format Requirements:

Acceptable formats include MP4 or MOV.
Ensure a high-resolution quality for optimal viewing.

4. Originality & Creativity:

Submissions should demonstrate unique and original creative expressions.
Embrace creativity in both concept and execution.

5. Submission Process:

Each submission requires a separate entry fee.
Multiple submissions by a single artist are permitted.

6. Rights & Ownership:

Creators retain full ownership of their submitted works.
The Program reserves the right to use excerpts for promotional purposes.

7. Selection Process:

A jury of experienced professionals will evaluate submissions.
Selections will be based on creativity, technical quality, and overall impact.

8. Notification of Selection:

Selected works will be notified by 15 May 2024.
Ensure contact information provided during submission is accurate.

9. Screening:

- Selected works will be screened during éphémère ~ London experimental film.
- Artists are encouraged to attend for networking opportunities.

10. Awards & Recognition:

- Outstanding contributions may receive cash awards.
- Awards will be presented after the event.

11. Publicity & Promotion:

- Selected works may be featured in promotional materials, including social media, press releases, and event programs.

12. Dates & Venue:

- The exhibit will take place on on or around 15 June, 2024. We reserve the right to change this in respect of covid-19 or other intrusive protocols.
- Venue details can be found on the filmfreeway listing.

13. Disqualification:

- Violation of these Rules & Terms may result in disqualification from the program.

14. Acceptance of Terms:

- Submitting your work implies acceptance of these Rules & Terms.

Join us for a celebration of experimental film at éphémère ~ London experimental film!

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