Rules and Terms
General Guidelines
1. All submissions are free of charge.
2. All entries must be in digital format.
3. Participants shall select the categories which are suitable for their work(s)
4. Production date: All films must have been produced in 2018 or after, i.e. 1 Jan 2018 up until the present date.
5. Participants may work in groups or submit entries as individuals.
6. Only submissions done through either FilmFreeway or our official online form will be accepted.
7. Last submission date: 20th June 2020.
8. Refund/Return of works and/or materials related to the films, with whatsoever reasons, will not be entertained.
9. By entering this contest, participants agree to accept the Contest Rules.
Video Requirements
1. Video format is “.mp4” or “.mov” in 48 kHz audio quality and minimum of 1080p in resolution.
2. All content that is submitted in language(s) other than English is required to have English subtitles included.
3. The duration of film (Running time includes end credits) accepted is not above 40 minutes.
4. The video has to be submitted through either FilmFreeway or our official online form.
5. All participants will bear full responsibility for the images and soundtracks used in the film(s) submitted, i.e. it should NOT be copyrighted material(s) unless permission from the material(s) owner(s) was given.
6. Participants are required to provide an Apple ProRes File or XML project file when works are nominated.
Eligibility Criteria for Each Categories
All Current Shorts
• This submission is opened to all Malaysian.
• All genres are accepted.
• Types of films: Narrative short film, animation and/or documentary
• Production year: Films must be produced in 2018 or after.
Higher Learning Institution
• Currently active students in accredited private or public higher learning institution in Malaysia are eligible to participate.
• All genres are accepted.
• Types of films: Narrative short film, animation, and/or documentary.
• Production year: Films must be produced in 2018 or after.
Rules and Regulations
1. No copyrighted materials (music, images, etc.) may be used for this contest
unless you own the copyright or have a license to use the material for this contest. Written permission must be obtained and provided upon request for all copyrighted materials.
2. Mini Film Festival may use submitted films to screen/stream at the festival or via social media for promotional purposes regarding the festival itself.
3. All the materials received will not be returned and the works will be part of the video library of Mini Film Festival, to be used for educational purposes, research or study and not for profit.
4. All portions of the online entry form must be completed when you upload your video for it to be eligible for the festival.
5. The participation in this festival, regardless of what age group you are, implies unconditional acceptance of the festival’s rules and regulations.
Judging Process
1. The judges’ decision is final.
2. Shortlisted works will be announced via our official social media and website.
3. Nominated films will be screened at the Mini Film Festival.
4. Mini Film Festival will notify filmmakers who produced the nominated works through email or phone call.
5. The winner of each category will receive a certificate and a trophy.
6. The winner is responsible in retrieving their own certificate(s) and/or trophy(ies).
Notes
• We retain the right to change the date and venue of the festival under special circumstances. All filmmakers will be informed about any changes through our online platforms.
• We protect your personal information and does not sell or share to any
third parties.