- Films must have been completed after January 1, 2019.
- Films may not have been released theatrically or shown on television prior to the festival and films may not have been publicly available online (i.e YouTube, Vimeo) prior to the Festival. Earlier festival screenings are not an issue.
- We present all films in their original language. Thus, non-English language films must feature English subtitles in order to be considered.
- We do not accept works in progress.
-The Jury appreciates the submission of production stills and press kits along with the films.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
- All submissions must be sent via FilmFreeway for the Jury's consideration.
- Apple (Quicktime) ProRes 422 or Higher (422HQ, 4444 and 4444XQ) is the preferred exhibition format for the festival. Please get in touch if you have any doubts.
- For programming consideration, the festival only accepts online screeners (FilmFreeway or Vimeo via FilmFreeway). We do not normally accept DVD submissions.
- Filmmakers will be required to provide a high-quality copy of their work if chosen to be part of our Official Selection.
MORE INFORMATION:
- After submitting, please check your FilmFreeway account to make sure that your submission meets our requirements. It is your responsibility to make sure all requirements are met and necessary information is provided.
- Filmmakers are responsible for the shipment of the exhibition copy to the Westminster Film Society.
- We reserve the right to use images and screenshots from selected films for Festival marketing purposes.
- By agreeing to these terms, you warrant that you have read, understood, and agreed to the regulations of the WFF 2020 and that, to the best of your knowledge, the information that you have supplied is correct.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE FESTIVAL:
- All genres & stories are accepted provided that the content of the film is not defamatory towards any groups or individuals. Films praising racism, violence and abuse will be disqualified. All films who treat such themes with sensibility are extremely welcome.
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For any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the team at film.soc@su.westminster.ac.uk