The Clearwater Film and Music Festival

MISSION & OBJECTIVE
The Clearwater Film Festival is a platform built to showcase seasoned filmmakers and emerging artists who demonstrate the synergy of the actor, writer and director. When great talents work harmoniously the results may be beautiful, questionable or even shocking. When the talents of the actor, writer and director belong to the same person, the triple-threat filmmaker, those results are often extraordinary. It is here that we applaud those efforts.

Quality film submissions of any length are welcome from all genres worldwide. You need not be a “triple-threat filmmaker” to participate, just show us what great teamwork can do, and bring your vision.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
Join us for our inaugural event in Clearwater Florida. More details coming soon!
ORGANIZERS
Mike Rembis (Executive Director)

GENERAL RULES

The 2011 Clearwater Film Festival Submission Details

The Clearwater Film Festival accepts submissions from November 1, 2010 until July 1, 2011.

Early Submissions Period - November 1, 2010 to January 31, 2011
Early Submissions Deadline - February 1, 2011 (films must arrive within 2 weeks)

Regular Submissions Period - February 1, 2011 to March 31, 2011
Regular Submissions Deadline - April 1, 2011 (films must arrive within 2 weeks)

Late Submissions Period - April 1, 2011 to May 31, 2011
Late Submissions Deadline -June 1, 2011 (films must arrive within 2 weeks)

All filmmakers will be notified before September 1, 2011.

The Clearwater Film Festival is open to films originating from anywhere in the world in one of the following categories:

Feature Films (any film over 51 minutes)
Mini-Feature Films (any films between 37 and 51 minutes)
Short Films (any films under 37 minutes)
Documentary (any length)
Animated Films (any length)

All film entries must be submitted on DVD to be considered for selection and received by the arrival deadline of July 16, 2011.

Submission DVDs may be returned at submitter expense.

If selected to be showcased during the event, all digital tapes and 35mm prints must be received by September 15, 2011.

Non-English language produced films must have English subtitles or be dubbed in English.

All entrants certify that they have been given full rights to use any and all music in their films.

Film producers are responsible for insurance and shipment costs of films to TCFF.

The title of the work and name of entrant must be on all mailing containers, labels, can reels and film leaders.

If you choose not to submit via Withoutabox, you can also submit via postal mail, and pay the submission fee via PayPal and send us an signed entry form. Email us for details.

Jury Award winners will be selected by a panel of active film industry professionals. All films go through a screening process and are reviewed by at least two film industry professionals.

Winners agree to participate in the publicity for the Festival as well as other promotional events, including the website. The determination of the winners is final.

Selected film entries will be notified by September 1, 2010. Jury Award winners will be announced at the Saturday Afternoon Awards Ceremony. An Awards Certificate will be awarded to the winners. Some Award categories may have co-sponsors providing prizes. One award or prize will be given to the individual designated on the official entry form.

Filmmakers accepted and attending the Festival are responsible for travel, lodging, and all other expenses.

All stated information, eligibility and submission guidelines, terms and conditions of entry, and entry information are subject to change by The Clearwater Film Festival, without notice. 

PRIZES TO BE AWARDED
The Wavecrest Award is our unique trophy designed to honor the filmmaker or artist who excels in their category.

BEST FEATURE
BEST MINI-FEATURE
BEST SHORT
BEST DOCUMENTARY
BEST ANIMATED FILM
BEST ACTOR / ACTRESS
BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR / ACTRESS
BEST DIRECTOR
BEST SCREENPLAY
BEST ORIGINAL MUSIC / SOUNDTRACK
BEST TRIPLE THREAT ACTOR/WRITER/DIRECTOR
BEST INTERNATIONAL FILM 

Please send any related press materials, including electronic press kit, and photos to theclearwaterfilmfestival@yahoo.com