SUBMISSION CRITERIA:
- Films must be in the Horror or Sci-Fi genre or be heavily influenced by these genres. We accept hybrid genre films as long as they incorporate the aforementioned niches in a big way. If you're unsure, please get in touch before submitting.
- Films must be available in DCP. If picked, any costs associated with getting a DCP made are the responsibility of the filmmaker. If not available, please get in touch and we might be able to offer an alternative.
- Films must be a maximum of fifteen (15) minutes in length, no exceptions.
- One entry per submission fee.
- No waivers and no screening fees will be paid. All fees are non-refundable under any circumstance, so PLEASE check all details before submitting!
- One free screening ticket will be provided to officially selected films. Any additional crew/ cast/ persons wanting to attend will have to buy a ticket through the No. 6 Cinema website (URL coming soon).
- It is the responsibility of the filmmaker to clear all rights before your film screens at the festival. By submitting you agree that you shall indemnify and hold harmless Pastel Wasteland Film Festival and the No.6 Cinema from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney's fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, publicity, screening, and loss of or damage to the screening videos entered.
- By submitting, if accepted, you agree to grant the festival the right to use film images for promotional purposes.
- Notification: Filmmakers of selected films will be notified by email or phone.
- The Pastel Wasteland Film Festival jury is composed of film production, exhibition and press members. Their decisions on official selections, award nominees and award winners are final.
- Selected films must be provided at least two weeks prior to the festival with a 5.1 mix, on either DCP or high quality digital file. If this isn't available, we can accept a stereo alternative in most circumstances.
And finally:
- We don't speak with all this legal jargon in real life! We are a group of passionate filmmakers who want to put on an awesome evening to make new friends and watch some killer films - and we really hope you'll join us.