SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS 2004

• Only 1/2" VHS (NTSC or PAL) videocassettes will be accepted for preview screening.
• In order to be eligible for the International Feature Competition, your submission must be made by a first or second time filmmaker and must be at least a US premiere.
• Feature Films that have previously screened for the public in Los Angeles or have been televised in the Los Angeles area are not eligible for consideration.
• Premiere status is taken into account for all sections, and films that have not yet screened in the US are given priority.
• Preview cassettes must be labeled with the title, running time and contact information (including name, address and phone number) on face and spine of tape.
• More than one entry may be submitted. Each entry must be accompanied by an Official Entry Form (photocopy accepted) and entry fee.
• Please do not send submissions in fiber-filled envelopes, as the dust damages tapes and VCRs.
• If your film is selected, you will be asked to provide headshot and filmography of director; b&w and/or color stills from the film; press materials; and video trailer (if available).
• The entry fee is non-refundable. Acceptable forms of payment include credit card, cash, check or money order (payable in US dollars). Make checks payable to AFI FEST.
• Videocassettes and submitted materials will not be returned. Please do not send film prints, master tapes or other originals. If confirmed receipt of entry is required, please include a self-addressed stamped postcard.
• All film entries selected for the Festival grant AFI FEST the rights to use footage, stills and/or titles and information from the film for promotional purposes.
• All filmmakers will be notified by October 9, 2004.