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Sep 11, 2022
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Marjorie Cowley Film Festival

Welcome to the official rules and requirements page of the Marjorie Cowley Film Festival! As a renowned event in the Arts & Entertainment - Books and Literature category, we are dedicated to promoting and celebrating creativity in the world of filmmaking. Below, you will find all the information and guidelines you need to participate in our upcoming festival. Read on to ensure you have everything you need to make your submission.

Eligibility

To be considered for our film festival, your submission must meet the following criteria:

  • Your film should fall under the category of books and literature. We encourage innovative interpretations of this theme, so don't be afraid to think outside the box!
  • Both amateur and professional filmmakers are welcome to submit their work.
  • Your film must have been produced within the last two years.
  • We accept submissions from all over the world, regardless of language or geographic location.

Submission Guidelines

When submitting your film to the Marjorie Cowley Film Festival, please adhere to the following guidelines:

  1. Submissions should be made through our official festival website. Visit our submission page and fill out the necessary information.
  2. Ensure your film is in a compatible digital format (e.g., AVI, MP4, or MOV). Please label your file with the film title and your name.
  3. Your film should be no longer than 30 minutes, including opening and end credits.
  4. If your film is not in English, please provide English subtitles for non-English dialogue.
  5. Include a brief synopsis and director's statement along with your submission.

Selection Process

Once the submission period has ended, our expert panel of judges will carefully review and evaluate all films. We aim to select a diverse range of exceptional films that showcase creativity, storytelling, and technical excellence.

Our judges will consider various factors, including but not limited to:

  • Storytelling and scriptwriting
  • Visual and audio quality
  • Production value
  • Originality and creativity
  • Overall impact and emotional resonance

Selected films will be notified via email, and their names will be announced on our official festival website. Please ensure the contact information provided during submission is accurate and up to date.

Awards and Prizes

The Marjorie Cowley Film Festival aims to recognize outstanding talent and provide opportunities for filmmakers to showcase their work. We offer various awards and prizes, including:

  • Best Film: This award recognizes the overall best film in terms of artistic achievement and storytelling.
  • Best Director: This award honors the exceptional direction and vision demonstrated by a filmmaker.
  • Best Cinematography: This award acknowledges outstanding visual storytelling and cinematographic techniques.
  • Best Screenplay: This award celebrates exceptional storytelling through innovative and captivating scripts.
  • People's Choice: This award is determined by the audience, who vote for their favorite film during the festival.

Additional awards and special mentions may be announced by our judges based on the quality and merit of the submissions received.

Conclusion

Thank you for taking the time to read through the rules and requirements of the Marjorie Cowley Film Festival. We look forward to receiving your exceptional films and celebrating the art of storytelling through the lens of books and literature. Should you have any further questions or clarifications, please do not hesitate to reach out to our festival team. Best of luck!