Entries should be original work of the applicant.
Films must be made after January 1st 2017
Entry fees are non refundable
All films should have a run time of 10 minutes or less, please check your submission category for rules.
Once a film has been selected it cannot be withdrawn from the festival.
We do not require premiere rights, but will give preference to films that have not been shared via social media/you tube etc
Proof of eligibility and parental permission if under 18 must be provided with your submission - please upload this on your filmmaker page
Films must be in English or have English subtitles
All films must be submitted as an online screener. If your film is selected an HD digital copy, DVD or Blu-ray copy is required for exhibiting. Additional publicity material will also be required.
Please make sure your filmmaker page is complete and includes a short synopsis, credits, director bio and headshot. Incomplete submissions may be disqualified.
You confirm that you have permission to enter this film and have cleared all copyright and IP requirements, including music.
You are responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses, royalties, release forms, clearances, and permits necessary to submit your work to this festival. Florida Film Academy International Student Film Festival is not responsible for any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, or royalty infringement related to the work. Additional Florida Film Academy International Student Film Festival is not responsible for loss or damage to any materials submitted to the festival.
If your film is accepted you grant the festival and their associated partners, employees and related entities the right to use footage, stills, titles and any likeness and biographical information on the filmmakers for promotional, marketing and screening purposes.
We do not accept films that contain or promote the following:
Excessive or gratuitous violence
Nudity
Sexual references
Use of Illegal substances
We do not accept films in any category that advocate or support racial, cultural, religious, or gender bias.
Other than the College Category, films should be made by young filmmakers under the age of 18 at the time of production. Adult instruction, supervision or acting is allowed.
Entries will not be returned.
It is the responsibility of the filmmaker to ensure their work is copyright protected.
No payments will be made to screen films during the festival and entry into or selection by the festival is not a guarantee of a prize or award. Awards and prizes are subject to change.