ON-LINE SUBMISSIONS (WITHOUTABOX)
This year, we are strongly encouraging submissions via Withoutabox. Please click on the icon below to proceed with this method. If you already have an account with withoutabox.com, you may use it to log in on the next page. If you do not, one will be created for you when you fill out the application. You may make changes to your application at any time by logging in at www.withoutabox.com.
ALTERNATE APPLICATION FORM (PDF)
If needed, films can also be submitted via a hard copy application form. However, we do prefer submissions through withoutabox.com. If this is not an option for you, please request a PDF application and submit your film directly to the festival.
WHAT TO SUBMIT
Submit a DVD with a withoutabox tracking number clearly marked on the DVD and the DVD cover. Submit your entry fee. You DO NOT need to include a printed confirmation of entry or other materials.
CATEGORIES/DEADLINES/ENTRY FEES
There are three (3) categories and six (6) deadlines annually.
Feature Films
Earlybird Deadline October 1, 2010 ($30)
Regular Deadline December 1, 2010 ($30)
Late Deadline February 1, 2011 ($40)
WAB Extended Deadline April 1, 2011 ($40)
Malibu Extended Deadline June 1, 2011 ($50)
Final Deadline August 1, 2011 ($50)
Short Films
Earlybird Deadline October 7, 2010 ($30)
Regular Deadline December 7, 2010 ($30)
Late Deadline February 7, 2011 ($40)
WAB Extended Deadline April 7, 2011 ($40)
Malibu Extended Deadline June 7, 2011 ($50)
Final Deadline August 1, 2011 ($50)
Documentary Films
Earlybird Deadline October 15, 2010 ($30)
Regular Deadline December 15, 2010 ($30)
Late Deadline February 15, 2011 ($40)
WAB Extended Deadline April 15, 2011 ($40)
Malibu Extended Deadline June 15, 2011 ($50)
Final Deadline August 1, 2011 ($50)
JUDGING POLICY
ALL films submitted to the festival are viewed and scored by two different programmers. All films that have a higher average, or are a favorite of a programmer, go on to final deliberations. Film Submissions are non-returnable. Please do not send original materials. If a film is accepted, entrants will be solely responsible for delivering their exhibition film materials to and from the festival venue. Complete press kits will be needed as soon after notification as possible. MFF cannot be held liable for your exhibition print/video materials which are lost or damaged.
LOGO / MENTION POLICY
If your film wins either a Grand Jury or Audience award, you are required to mention that fact in posters and other promotional material if and when the film gets distribution. Please note festival dates are subject to change.
POSTMARKED
The above dates are postmark deadlines.
RIGHTS TO ENTER
Entrants warrant that they have the legal right to enter film work to MFF 2011. As the Director/Producer of the Film, entrants have submitted to the Festival, entrants represent and warrant to the Festival that the Film and all parts thereof are original; that the Film does not contravene the rights of any person or entity and that entrants own or control the Film and all parts thereof and have the sole authority to submit the Film to the Festival; the Film entrants submitted to the Festival is not subject to nor threatened by any litigation. Entrants acknowledge that no fiduciary or confidential relationship now exists between the Festival and entrants, and entrants further acknowledge that no such relationship is established by these guidelines, my submission of the Film, or by the Festival's acceptance, review or retention of the Film.
FEE WAIVER
Because we are a non-profit organization and the revenue from submissions play an integral role in running the festival we are unable to offer fee waivers. We recognize it can be difficult enough to raise money to make a film, let alone paying festival submission fees, but these fees are necessary to keep the festival running.
CONTACT PROGRAMMING DEPARTMENT
Most questions can be answered on our FAQ page. Once you submit you can check your online account to see if your film has been received. Please don't contact us to find out if you film has been received. Check online. If you have any questions, you may contact the programming department.>
Tel. (310) 699-9760
Fax (310) 577-3215
submissions@malibufilmfestival.com
