The 11th edition of Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes) will be held during February 21 – 28, 2019.The festival is being organized by the Karnataka Chalanachitra (Film) Academy for Government of Karnataka.Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka State in India, is an important centre of International film culture in keeping with Karnataka’s glorious heritage and the State’s achievements in the fields of literature, fine arts, and cinema. The Kannada Film Industry has made significant contribution to the quality and range of cinematic expression and grown to produce over a 200 films every year. Films from Karnataka have won national and international recognition and critical acclaim at various International Film Festivals.The 10th edition held during February 22 – March 01, 2018 in Bengaluru, was a resounding success with screening of 220 films across 12 screens from more than 45 countries, and witnessed by more than 9000 delegates (with 1,10,000 Footfalls), who enjoyed and appreciated the quality of cinema presented.The Eleventh edition, to be held during February 21 – 28, 2019, in Bengaluru and will have different sections as mentioned below. Selection of films will be made by expert committees.Like in the previous editions, Competitive sections for Asian, Indian and Kannada Cinema will also be held with handsome Cash prizes. An award for Lifetime achievement is also part of the film festival.The festival will also host various forums for academic interactions on Filmmaking & Film Appreciation like seminars, Workshops, Master classes etc., for the benefit of film professionals, discerning audiences and students on different aspects of cinema.A few highlight sessions this edition will be on VFX in regional films & OTT platforms perceiving the regional market which has been curated by Purple Arrow Films. Mr.B.S.Srinivas who is one of the Directors of Purple Arrow Films & also the Secretary of ABAI, an Association…

DigiCon6 Contest is now inviting talented short film and animation creators to submit entries.All valid entries will be judged fairly, regardless of professional or amateur status of their creators, based on a strict set of strict criteria. Outstanding entries will be awarded with prizes.We hope to build a good relationship with the award winners to support his/her later creative activity in various paths, including both video production and publishing. Participating Regions Japan, Cambodia, China/Taiwan, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, VietNam Schedule 20th DigiCon6 ASIA Awards ceremonyNovember 17, 2018 at Marubiru Hall in Marunouchi, Tokyo Supporter SupporterMinistry of Internal Affairs and CommunicationsMinistry of Foreign Affairs of JapanTOKYO METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENTALL ASIA partnerMITSUBISHI ESTATE CO., LTD.MARUBIRUInternational Broadcast Equipment ExhibitionAvid Technology, Inc.Wacom Co., Ltd.KONICA MINOLTA JAPAN, INC. For ENTRY Visit http://www.tbs.co.jp/digicon/en/20th/entry/

6th MSIFF-2017 6th Mumbai Shorts Intl. Film Fest-2017Shorts, Doc, Animation & Musical Videos Submission deadline is 20 Nov 2017.Festival Date: 10 Dec 2017, Mumbai, India For entry visit- http://miniboxoffice.com/mumbaishortsinternationalfilmfestivalLandline: +91 120-4129059 | Mobile: +91 9582320467 Mumbai- The city of celluloid dreams since past century- is the destination of thousands of budding & professional filmmakers in India & world. The city has nurtured many great filmmakers, technicians & entertained the millions worldwide through cinema. People also fondly called it as Bollywood. In the highly competitive age of cinema ‘Mumbai Shorts International Film Festival’ is the platform for short filmmakers to put their work forward among the league of professional. MSIFF, a progressive cinema movement started in year 2012 with the consultation of senior industry members to highlight the short cinema. The inaugural year followed 2013, 14, 15 & 16 editions witnesses the great participation & enthusiasm from filmmakers & industry professionals from India & abroad. The festival objective is to contribute towards the development of upcoming filmmakers & to create short films culture in India. The festival aims is to feature great cinema of worldwide filmmakers in a big way & at the same time providing professional networking & introducing current trends of cinema to the participants. The festival also strongly advocates the need of commercial short film industry in India & will raise the issues related to short films in front of various governing bodies of cinema. 6th MSIFF-17 will prove one more step towards achieving excellence & enhancing your skills in cinema & fore sure it will contribute immensely in your growth as filmmaker. All the very best! Rambhul SinghFestival Director Entry_Form: http://miniboxoffice.com/mumbaishortsinternationalfilmfestival/Entry_Form.php 

The ATF Animation Pitch is the premier Asian pitching competition for individuals, students and small to medium sized companies with new & innovative concepts in animation, targeting kids. This is a platform that showcases Asian originality, and exposes ideas for export and development outside of the region. Enter now and let the magic come alive at ATF 2017. Think. Believe. Dream. And finally…Dare. The winner will receive a US$19,000 prize, comprising a US$2,500 cash award and a consultancy package to the value of US$16,500, tailor made for the winner to develop their animation, making it ready to pitch to broadcasters. PITCH YOUR IDEA TO WIN US$19,000 SELECTION CRITERIA Selection will be based on the following criteria: Capability to translate & travel globally Creativity Originality Innovation Capacity of returning for multiple series/shorts The selected projects will also have to be: Well-structured, tightly formatted Fitting in the following genres of animation: Comedy, Adventure, Action, Fantasy Potential to travel as a series/shorts/film to countries worldwide Projects must be new and original concepts, which have not yet been commissioned or broadcasted on linear television or nonlinear television, and for which the worldwide rights are still available. KEY DATES 30 August 2017: Call for entries opens online 31 October 2017: Deadline for entries 29 November 2017: Rehearsal meeting for the finalists 30 November 2017: Finalists official announcement KEY DOCUMENTS Download the FAQ Download the Rules and Regulations Submit your entries

The San Francisco International Film Festival, the longest-running film festival in the Americas, recognized throughout the world for its eclectic, intelligent, and adventurous programs and events, is currently accepting submissions to its 61st edition (April 2018). Works in all genres, forms, and lengths are considered. Deadlines EARLY – postmarked Monday, October 2, 2017 OFFICIAL – postmarked Monday, November 6, 2017 FINAL – postmarked Monday, December 4, 2017 FINAL (Youth Works only) – postmarked Monday, January 8, 2018 Two Ways to Submit Your Film Submit via Withoutabox.com or SFFILM.org 1. 2. SFFILM ONLINE FORM Mail your work to:2018 Festival EntriesSFFILM 39 Mesa Street, Suite 110 The Presidio San Francisco CA 94129 USA General Information for Entries All entries must have been completed on or after January 1, 2017. Features previously exhibited in the Bay Area, either theatrically, at another local festival, or via television or Internet broadcast are not eligible to apply. Bay Area filmmakers are eligible for additional Bay Area awards given in recognition of the rich variety of work that has established Northern California as a center of independent production. Bay Area awards are presented to a documentary feature film and two short films. To qualify for a Bay Area award, entries must have been made by a filmmaker who is a current resident of the San Francisco Bay Area (the area from Monterey to Mendocino: postal zip codes 93901 to 95457. Producers, crew, and cast members are not eligible for entry fee discounts or Bay Area Golden Gate Awards. Narrative, documentary, and animated short films may also be considered for inclusion in our popular Family Films program. Family films should be suitable for ages seven and up. Selections in this category engage and entertain the entire family. All genres welcome. Programs traditionally mix emerging talent with established filmmakers…

FIVARS 2017 | Festival of International Virtual & Augmented Reality Stories GET FIVARS 2017 TICKETS NOW CANADA’S ORIGINAL VIRTUAL REALITY + AUGMENTED REALITY STORIES FESTIVAL Canada’s original critically-acclaimed International Festival of Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality Stories returns for its third year, bigger and better than ever. Who should come: Film enthusiasts, families, travelers, adventurers, programmers, philosophers, punks, activists, experimenters, students, teachers, journalists, and technologists will all find something to inspire, motivate and experience. Tickets are CAD $40 and $45 at the door + HSTThere are 3 Days from Which to Choose:Friday Sept 15 – Sunday 17th, 2017 VRTO (Virtual Reality, Toronto) and Constant Change Arts and Technology Initiative present Canada’s original Festival of International Virtual & Augmented Reality Stories featuring 5000 square feet of unique installations, and world premieres in Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality stations from countries as diverse as China, Japan, France, Germany, India, USA, Argentina, Canada and more. The festival runs September 15-17th in Toronto, Canada – 10am to 7pm daily at:House of VR639 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2B7 Tickets are sold for 2-hour blocks for total 40 minutes of viewing, to be selected by you, in person, at the event. Your ticket gets you a colored wristband, and a 40 minute RipTix paper ticket that includes 8x 5-minute squares to be redeemed in exchange for programme material of equivalent value. For example:– A 14-minute VR experience will be worth 3x 5-minute squares.– An 8-minute VR experience will be worth 2x 5-minutes squares– A 3-minute VR experience will be worth 1x 5-minute square Please arrive at least 15 mins early or on time, as your ticket will expire at the end of the hour for which your ticket was purchased. You will not be allowed access to VR exhibits for hours for which you…

Only two weeks left to submit your film to the Countryside Animafest Cyprus 2017 Deadline for international film submissions: March 31st, 2017.Deadline for Cyprus (National) film submissions: May 28th, 2017. Entry fee: FREE! There is no charge for this festival All short animated films completed after January 2016 are eligible to apply via an online application form on www.animafest.com.cy Short films can be submitted to following competition categories: International film Competition (Grand Prix) – Prize: 1,000 euro Children film Competition – Prize: 500 euro National (Cyprus) film Competition – Prize: 500 euro Countryside Animafest Cyprus, the official Cyprus animation Festival, showcases a selection of the world’s latest productions, focusing on independent, non-commercial films. The 16th Countryside Animafest Cyprus will take place from June 24 - July 01, 2017. In addition to the screenings, it will include exhibitions, masterclasses, animation workshops and concerts. For festival regulations and the online application form please visit: www.animafest.com.cy Looking forward to your submission and participation in the Countryside Animafest Cyprus 2017 !!! You can also find Entry form using this link: http://www.animafest.com.cy/en/submit-films/entry-form.html For more info check http://www.animafest.com.cy/

Deadline for submissions: Fri, Mar 17 Click here to submit your film for TAFI 2017. Each submission requires a $25 fee, payable via PayPal, through the submission form. Fee waivers are available; email a statement of need to TAFI@wdfmuseum.org. Fee waiver requests are due by Friday, February 24. Click here to see the TAFI 2016 winners. The Walt Disney Family Museum Teen Animation Festival International (TAFI) showcases animation created by artists ages 13 through 19. This unique and lively animation festival specifically designed for teens celebrates its fourth year in 2017. Welcoming entries from around the world, the festival provides all participating animators with educational and collaborative opportunities, as well as a chance to win awards including trophies, film and animation studio tours, and museum memberships. The 2016 festival offered all participants opportunities for one-on-one portfolio reviews, a panel discussion with industry recruiters, and a keynote presentation by Academy Award®-winning Pixar director, screenwriter, and animator Mark Andrews. The Teen Animation Festival International (TAFI) is made possible, in part, by a grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation. About the Festival TAFI 2017 will highlight excellence in school and independent animation programs as well as outstanding achievement by individual students. The seven submission categories—School Show Reel, Individual Student Show Reel, Special Effects Reel, 2D Short Film, 3D Short Film, Experimental Short Film, and PSA (Public Service Announcement or Informational Film)—reflect the breadth and creative variety of student productions. Additional awards will be given for the Best Film by a Student 14 and Under, Museum Staff Pick Award, Best of Festival, and Second in Festival. Basic Requirements: All applicants must be between the ages of 13 and 19 during the 2016–17 school year Works could have been started anytime, but all works must have been completed after Sunday, May 15, 2016 All films…

The Festival The Madeira Film Festival is non competitive, as opposed to filmmakers vying for the ‘best’ film, each attending delegate will become the Ambassador of the Laurissilva Forest ( an endemic species of trees found on Madeira. We attempt to screen impinging films to both a local audience and island visitors, should the exhibiting filmmaker be present the audience may have the opportunity to journey further into the film via a Q and A session. The festival has now completed it’s 5th edition with many previous guests returning. We are a small, intimate festival but relationships both personal and industrial are forged easily by virtue of the location. MFF also presents various events which compliment the week including fashion shows, musical concert, plays, gala dinner and excursions to the Laurissilva Forest. The Venue The Madeira Film Festival is staged between Belmond Reid’s Palace Hotel and the Municipal Theatre. All films are screened in the theatre while most of the workshops, fashion show, gala dinner and cocktail drinks are held at Reid’s. The Municipal Theatre ( Teatro Municipal Baltazar Dias ) is indeed a most aesthetically pleasing venue, we consider ourselves very lucky to present the films here in the centre of Funchal, the theatre holds up to 300 persons. Reid’s Palace Hotel is synonymous with grandeur, Sir Winston Churchill & afternoon tea amongst other delights, previous noteworthy guests include Sir George Bernard Shaw, Roger Moore and the Swedish Royal Family. Perched on a cliff offering splendid views over Funchal, Reid’s is indeed considered to be one of Europe’s finest hotel establishments. The Submission Submissions for 2017 edition of the Madeira Film Festival are now open. We accept completed works only submitted via the following online platforms: Filmfreeway. Click For Festivals. Festhome. Film Festival Life The submission fee ranges from…

Film Submissions SFF 2017 SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN! Entries are now open for the 64th Sydney Film Festival, 7 – 18 June 2017. Each year, the Sydney Film Festival presents a diverse slate of films from Australia and around the world. In 2016 over 250 films were screened to an audience of almost 180,000. Submissions for the Festival are being accepted through FilmFestivalLife and will close on Friday February 24, 2017. Entries are open to features, documentaries and short films (under 40 minutes) in all categories of the Festival program, including: The Documentary Australia Foundation (DAF) Award for Australian Documentary (cash prize $10,000). The prize is supported by Documentary Australia Foundation with a $10,000 cash partnership The Dendy Awards for Australian Short Films Live Action Award and Best Director (the Rouben Mamoulian Award) – both winners receive cash prizes of $7,000 sponsored by Dendy Cinemas, who have supported the Awards for 28 years. The winner of the Live Action Award is eligible for Academy Award consideration. The Yoram Gross Animation Award, named in memory of the Australian animation producer and director Yoram Gross, provides a $5,000 cash prize to the best Australian animated short film. Winners are Academy Award-eligible. The Event Cinemas Australian Short Screenplay Award (cash prize $5,000). Whether it be a feature film debut, the latest short or an immersive documentary, Sydney Film Festival invites international and Australian filmmakers to submit their films now for the 2017 event. A small fee applies, and before entering, Festival organisers urge all entrants to read the submission requirements closely to ensure that all entries meet premiere status and broader eligibility requirements. Head here for full eligibility criteria and submission details. FilmFestivalLife makes everything you have seen so far in online submissions look like it was conceived in the 90s. HD secure screeners,…