The ArteEast Online Short Film Festival exhibits the very best of international independent short filmmaking — from and about the Middle East — providing international exposure for emerging directors. Movie fans, globally, can visit the site to view and vote on winning entries, while a prestigious jury of industry professionals reviews the films rated highest to select the “Best of the Festival".

General Rules


* The film’s total running time should be between 1 and 30 minutes including credits
* Non-English language films must have English subtitles
* The AEOFF 2010 competition accepts videos either produced in, or about the Middle East
* Film may be shot on any format
* Film must be submitted on DVD for previewing
* NTSC only (No PAL or SECAM)
* Preview DVDs will not be returned
* AEOFF 2010 reserves the right to show short clips of the films to promote the festival (Internet / TV / Mobile and all other media platforms
* AEOFF 2010 reserves the right to use still images from the films to promote the festival (Internet / TV / Mobile and all other media platforms)
* Announcement of accepted films will be posted on the AEOFF website

Terms And Conditions

AEOFF is hereby granted the right to utilize an excerpt from any film submitted and accepted for exhibition at the Festival for promotional purposes.

The individual or corporation submitting the film hereby warrants that it is authorized to commit the film for screening, and understands and accepts these requirements and regulations.

The undersigned shall indemnify and hold harmless AEOFF 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, publishing, credits, publicity, screening, and loss of or damage to the screening videos entered.

I understand that AEOFF will not use the material or any part of, except in connection with the Festival unless (1) I enter into an agreement with AEOFF granting rights to the material, or (2) it is determined in good faith that I do not own or control the material because features or elements were independently developed by someone other than me; are in the public domain or; are not novel or new.

I have retained at least two copies of said material, and I hereby release AEOFF of and from any and all liability for loss of, or damage to, the copy of said material submitted to AEOFF hereunder.

If more than one party signs this agreement as submitter, then reference to "I" or "me" throughout this agreement shall apply to each party; jointly and severally.

I understand failure to adhere to AEOFF submission rules will result in disqualification.

The individual or corporation submitting the film hereby warrants that it is authorized to commit the film for screening and competition, and understands and accepts these requirements and regulations.

I have read all of the AEOFF rules and regulations. I understand and have complied with these rules. To the best of my knowledge, all of the statements herein are true and correct.

Eligibility Requirements


* All films maximum running time is 30 minutes, minimum 1:00 minute
* Non-English language films must have English subtitles
* Preview (two copies on DVD)
* Film Overview/Synopsis (50-75 words)
* Basic Press Kit on CD (optional)


Packaging/Labeling


For DVD submissions, AEOFF requires standard commercial DVD cases for all submissions. Please include the film title (in English) and the running time on DVD package.


Multiple Entries


Any filmmaker may submit more than one film. However, each film must be contained in an individual DVD case and accompanied with its own submission form and entry fee.


Shipping


You are responsible for all shipping cost. It would be wise to ship all DVDs in a bubble packed envelope. AEOFF is not responsible for material damaged during shipping.


International


Deliveries must be sent Registered Air Mail or by a parcel express service. AEOFF will not accept entries shipped via air freight if applicable delivery fees have not been paid. No C.O.D.


Confirmation


Please enclose a self-addressed postcard with the appropriate postage with your entry.


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Arte East Online Film Festival
c/o drl media
244 West 54th Street Suite 802
New York, NY 10019