Terms & Conditions of Entry into BerIin Sci-fi Filmfest
RULES:
1. Films submitted must belong to the Sci-fi/Fantasy genre. Films not belonging to the Sci-fi/fantasy genre will not be taken into consideration.
2. We welcome films from any country in the world. If the film is in any other language other than English, we need embedded subtitles.
3. If selected the submitter must provide within 30 days of notification the following. A non-watermarked film, a poster, a log-line synopsis (no more that 20 words), key cast and role and production year.
4. All submissions are preferred as a DCP file, if this is not possible a high res MOV is an option. Make sure we have access to a high quality download (via VIMEO etc) as soon as possible.
5. If you can send the DCP to us on hard drive or USB stick. Make sure you have a return P&P. For further information contact us at info@berlinscifi.com.
6. Please do not ask for a full fee waiver. Waivers are only offered to films we invite. There is a student rate included in the submissions panel
TERMS:
1. The submitter agrees that they are the owner of the work and/or the legal representative of the work. You are responsible for all copyright clearances. This including music, model/actor releases, distribution rights etc.
2. If you have a distribution deal or sales agent, we advise that you consult them. Get a letter of agreement allowing you to submit to Berlin Sci-fi. Please consult all your partners before entering.
3. Berlin Sci-fi Filmfest is not liable for any infringement on copyright and/or ownership clearance issues.
4. The Submitter accepts full responsibility for any breach of intellectual or trademark property.
5. By submitting, you give Berlin Sci-fi Filmfest permission to use the film and/or trailers and/or any other marketing materials you supply. This is for promotional purposes for the festival.
6. By submitting you give Berlin Sci-fi Filmfest permission to screen the film royalty-free during the festival. This includes alternative venues and designated times.
7. Once a film is accepted into the festival and programmed, it can no longer be withdraw from the festival line-up.
8. FAN FILMS: We welcome and accept fan films to this festival. The filmmaker/submitter must have all permissions from the copyright holder. This includes the franchise holder and/or the intellectual property owner.
9. By submitting, the filmmakers agrees he has read and understood these terms & conditions of entry.
10. We reserve the right, at our sole discretion, to change, modify or otherwise alter these 'Terms and Conditions' at any time. Unless otherwise indicated, amendments will become effective immediately. Please review these Terms and Conditions and stand from: 01.01.2020.
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
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https://www.berlinscifi.com/privacy-policy/. You can also email us at info@berlinscifi.com.
PLEASE NOTE:
That we are self funded and have no primary sponsorship partners. As a result, if your film is accepted, we DO NOT provide accommodation or flights for you to attend the festival. You will receive TWO FESTIVAL PASSES. If you wish to take part in a Question and Answer and/or a Panel Discussion please contact us within a reasonable time frame before the event. So that we can schedule accordingly.