Sunscreen Film Festival, St. Pete, FL

1. Productions may be created in any format, but all entries for pre-screening must be in a digital file.
2. Productions must be entered by the primary rights holder or their authorized representative. If you are acting on the behalf of the rights holder of the film, you may be required to furnish proof of authorization.
3. All entries must be in English, dubbed in English or contain on-screen English subtitles. Non-English entries submitted without dubbing or on-screen English subtitles will be automatically disqualified.
4. Entries must be be submitted by deadline dates.
5. Works-in-progress may be accepted for consideration, provided a completed version will be available by March 17, 2027.
6. We do not require, but STRONGLY RECOMMEND providing an "all audiences" trailer (downloadable) for your film in online format. This will greatly increase your chances of being included in all social media promotions for the Festival and social media is what this festival relies upon for advertising and promotion.
7. For each accepted entry, the Sunscreen Film Festival will allocate up to two (2) filmmaker passes to all festival events. A representative of your film must pick up all passes at check-in.
8. Based upon availability, Sunscreen will arrange discounts at hotels for filmmakers traveling to the Festival. This is provided on a first come, first serve basis.
9. Local premiere preferred. Films that have screened at another film festival in the Tampa Bay area are eligible to be accepted, but only in special circumstances. In most cases, films that have already screened at any other Tampa Bay area film festival before the Sunscreen Film Festival will NOT be accepted.

TERMS:

1. Only complete entries (including entry, payment, and media file) will be processed and considered for screening.
2. Films must have been created no earlier than 2025.
3. Films promoting or advertising products or services for "for-profit" companies (excluding music videos) will not be given consideration.
4. Entrants will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance into the fest by March 6, 2027.
5. Entrant stipulates that they control all rights to the submission and that public exhibition is authorized during the 2027 Sunscreen Film Festival if the film is accepted to the Festival.
6. If selected, entrant agrees to provide a copy of the film in an approved format for public exhibition no later than March 17, 2027.
7. If the Entrant wishes to decline acceptance to the Sunscreen Film Festival, it must be provided in writing no later than March 10, 2027.
8. There are no refunds of submission fees.
9. If your film is selected for screening, entrants will be required to fill out a festival acceptance form. The form link will be emailed to the contact person listed in FilmFreeway for all accepted films.
10. Participants agree that all materials related to their film (including excerpts of the film) may be published for any promotional purpose related to the Sunscreen Film Festival, including the Festival Program, Festival Web Site, and any local or national media. Posters and images of the film may be used independently or in combination with images from other films to promote the film and the Sunscreen Film Festival.
11. Productions must be entered by the primary rights holder or their authorized representative. If you are acting on the behalf of the rights holder of the film, you may be required to furnish proof of authorization. Films already steaming or available for purchase, films that have aired on a broadcast, cable or VOD platform for wide viewing by a general audience will not be accepted.
12. DCP print traffic will be managed by 3rd party company DCP for All.
13. DCP delivery deadline is March 17, 2027. Anything sent after this deadline may not be included in the festival.
14. The undersigned shall indemnify and hold harmless Sunscreen Film Festival from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, publicity, screening, and loss of or damage to the screening videos entered.
15. Diversity Statement: Sunscreen Film Festival

At the Sunscreen Film Festival, we believe diversity fuels the creativity of the film industry. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where filmmakers from all backgrounds can share their unique stories.

Our festival embraces filmmakers of various races, ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, abilities, and socio-economic backgrounds, reflecting the world's diversity. We strive to promote equal opportunities and support underrepresented voices, including women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with disabilities.

We ensure a fair selection process with a diverse panel of judges, evaluating films based solely on their artistic merit. We also provide networking, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for filmmakers from underrepresented communities and collaborate with like-minded organizations.

Join us at the Sunscreen Film Festival, where diversity is central to our programming and commitment to an inclusive film industry.