ELIGIBILITY
• The film’s director(s) must have been between 14- 25 years old at the time of filming.
• All music and other copyrighted material used in films must be properly licensed.
• All films must be in English or subtitled in English
MEDIA CATEGORIES:
All films (national and international) may be submitted into only one category.
• DRAMA
• THRILLER/SUSPENSE
. ACTION
• ROMCOM/COMEDY
• SCI-FI/EXPERIMENTAL
• DOCUMENTARY
• ANIMATION
SUBMISSION PROCESS:
Online Submission only.
Must be completed online no later than POSTED DEADLINE
Preferred Method: ONLINE LINK and SYNOPSIS
FilmFreeway, our submission site, will accept links to Vimeo and/or YouTube videos for your submission
Synopsis: The 3-line synopsis you submit when filling out your online application will be used in the showcase program, on the Better Youth website, and for other promotional platforms including YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook, so write an interesting, compelling description of your film. RTR reserves the right to edit the synopsis for length and grammar.
All films will be viewed by our selection committee via our secure screening process.
NOTIFICATION
If your film is selected to be part of RTRG, you will be notified via email on or about
You will also be notified by email if your film is not selected.
Please make sure that you notify us if your email changes, and add realtoreel@betteryouth.org to your safe sender email list.
FEEDBACK
Unfortunately, we are unable to respond with any feedback or explanations if your film is not accepted. The need for additional editing is the most common factor making the difference between a film that is selected and a film that is not. But we also receive many more worthy films than we have programming space to screen, so don’t be discouraged if your film is not accepted.
FILMMAKER/GUARDIAN RELEASE
I acknowledge and agree that to the best of my knowledge, I am duly authorized to submit this film to REAL TO REEL GLOBAL (RTRG) and to grant permissions related to its use and distribution.
I grant permission to RTRG to use film clips/stills for promotional use. I allow RTRG and any third parties at RTRG the right to film, videotape, and photograph my appearance and voice for all marketing and promotion of the showcase and youth program. I also agree to the use of my name, likeness, portrait or pictures, voice, and biographical material about me for educational, program, or series publicity and organizational promotional purposes.
I understand I MAY be added to the RTRG email newsletter lists and receive email updates from Better Youth. I can always unsubscribe via the email footer.
If this film is accepted into RTRG FESTIVAL, I grant RTRG the non-exclusive right to right to show and market my film related to RTRG EVENTS. This also includes but is not limited to presenting films as part of the RTRG online showcase component. Submitting a film to RTRG constitutes an agreement by and between the filmmaker/representative, and/or applicable Parent/Guardian of a minor aged Filmmaker, and RTRG for exhibition and marketing purposes only. By submitting, I agree to all of these rules, terms, and conditions.
AS A MINOR, I MUST SUBMIT A RELEASE SIGNED BY A PARENT OR GUARDIAN.
I also acknowledge that I will not receive any compensation for the use of my film by RTRG or Better Youth per the rules, terms, and conditions. I release [Real To Reel GLOBAL/Better Youth, Inc], its employees, agents, and assigns from all liability that may arise from any and/or all claims by me or any third party in connection with my participation in the program.
I understand and acknowledge that, if I am under 18 years of age, my parent or guardian must agree to the terms of this Filmmaker/Guardian Release on my behalf.
As a Parent or Guardian of a minor filmmaker if applicable, I understand and acknowledge that I am agreeing to the terms of this Filmmaker/Guardian Release on behalf of my child or a child for whom I am a legally designated Guardian.
MATERIALS RELEASE FORM
REAL TO REEL GLOBAL, respectfully requests permission to use DIGITAL MEDIA FILES (FILMS) which will become part of the festival program entitled, REAL TO REEL GLOBAL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL produced by BETTER YOUTH, INC.
Films will be screened for a live viewing audience, recorded for later broadcasts as well as distributed online via YouTube gallery. Full credit would be given to selected filmmakers during the screening, in program materials, and in online marketing and promotion. Selected films may be used during pre-festival and post-festival events.
Permission granted is indicated by submitting to Real To Reel Global.
RTRG FAQ's
When and where does the showcase take place?
RTRG 24 This year festival will be held in person at the beehive.
Where is the entry form?
Complete the entry form online via FilmFreeway.
Are online links accepted for submissions?
Yes! FilmFreeway allows you to submit your film in several ways including YouTube or Vimeo links.
What is the final deadline for entry?
Entry form and the film must be received by June 15th, 2024, by 11:59 pm Pacific Standard Time.
If my film is selected, should I attend the festival?
Definitely! You should begin thinking about plans to attend the festival as soon as you submit your film. Over 300 young filmmakers and industry tastemakers will attend, making RTRG a once-in-a-lifetime experience, unlike any other digital youth film event.
Reasons to attend RTRG:
• See your film shown in a state-of-the-art theater and grow as a filmmaker by receiving audience feedback following your film’s screening.
• Meet and learn from Hollywood industry professionals who attend RTRG and participate in panels and workshops.
• Meet other young local filmmakers.
• Have fun! RTRG is an event with music, food, and meeting great people.
Do you accept Commercials, PSAs, News Videos, or Trailers?
No. Our festival's main focus is on narrative films and documentaries.
All films must fit into one of the six screening categories.
Can a rough cut be submitted if this is only what is available by the submission deadline? We strongly do not recommend submitting rough cuts. If you send in a rough cut, make a title on-screen before the film that says what is rough or temp.
How are the films selected? Who watches them?
A team of RTRG curators watches every film that is submitted. Each film is watched by at least three people and then a decision is made by a final vote. Selection panelists rate films on voice, storytelling, filmmaking techniques, artistic excellence/merit, and general audience appeal.
Do you give out any awards?
RTRG presents Awards during the festival, as well as other notable awards and opportunities. These will be announced closer to the festival.
Can there be violence, nudity, or swearing in my film?
Films that are excessively graphic for no apparent reason will likely not be shown.
Can my film screen publicly before RTRG?
Yes
Can my film be online prior to RTRG?
Yes
Do I get in for free?
Yes, Real To Reel Global Is Free To attend.
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If you have additional questions about the rules, submission process, or festival, email: realtoreelgloball@gmail.com
