Film Submission Criteria
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VALUES
The purpose of the Phoenix International Christian Film Festival (PICFF) is to bless, celebrate, and encourage the production and distribution of films and media expressions that feature Godly Kingdom values and shine as reminders that love is real, hope exists, and there is always an answer.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Positive Themes
Films that Elevate
Comedy
Drama
Witty or Whimsical
Children’s Entertainment
Nourishing and Life Affirming
Well Crafted Stories
Exploring the Human Journey in a Hopeful Manner
Thought Provoking Films
Entertaining
Uplifting and Heartwarming
Educational
SUBMISSION GENRES
Narrative Feature Films (up to 120 minute)
Animated Feature Films (up to 120 minute)
Documentary Feature Film (up to 120 minute)
Narrative Short Films (less than 10 minute)
Animated Short Films (less than 10 minutes)
Documentary Short Films (less than 10 minutes)
Webisodes (series episode, less than 20 minute)
Music Videos (less than 5 minutes)
Inspirational or Morality Ad Spots (30 secs or 60 secs)
Most Inspired Message ()
Real Encounters (less than 5 minutes)
Film Trailers (less than 5 minutes)
TV Pilot Projects (30 minute or 60 minute episodes)
Advertisements (30 second or 60 second)
PICFF will not accept, consider or screen films containing any form of nudity, sexual acts, profanity, or gratuitous violence. Films condoning racism, illicit activity or cruelty will not find a place in this festival. PICFF reserves the full and complete right to make its determination regarding values-based rejections, including rejections for patently offensive material as measured by Christian community standards, and material that may not rise to a level of obscenity.
AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES
In addition to trophies and certificates, there will be cash awards.
The Film Committee reserves the right to (i) dissolve a particular award if the quality of submission(s) in a category is not admissible,
or (ii) in the event it is deemed that no submission reaches a level appropriate for the award. Said right to dissolve an award shall be
made in the sole and absolute discretion of the Film Committee. Submission into any category is an acknowledgment of this disclaimer.
To sponsor an award in any category, please contact
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$8000 -
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Ministers Award – Special Theme – Human Trafficking (full length or short)
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$5000 -
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Best Feature Film – Drama
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$5000 -
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Best Feature Film – Documentary
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$5000 -
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Best Animated Film (full length or short)
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$1000 -
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Best Short Film – Drama
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$1000 -
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Best Short Film – Documentary
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$1000 -
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Best Comedy
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$2000 -
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Best Music Video
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$2000 -
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Best inspirational or Morality Spot Ad spot
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$2000
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Most Inspired Message
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$2500 -
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Best Real Encounter (full length or short)
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$1000 -
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Best Film Trailer
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$1000 -
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Best TV Show or Pilot
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$2000 -
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Audience Award - Festival Favorite
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$ 500 -
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Best Youth Producer (under 18 years of age)
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$2500 -
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Best Film for Child Viewership (full length or short)
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$ 500 -
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Best Screenplay
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DEADLINES
Deadlines refer to postmark, not date of arrival. Deadlines are firm, so please ensure your film is posted by required dates. Any submission post-marked after the stated deadline will, unfortunately, be disqualified from consideration.
Early submission deadline March 20, 2010
Regular Submission deadline April 20, 2010
Late Submission deadline May 20, 2010
Extra Late Submission extended deadline June 25, 2010
FORMAT
Submission forms can be found online at www.christianfilmfest.org and films should be submitted in DVD format and mailed to:
PICFF
20987 N. John Wayne Pkwy, B104-122
Maricopa, Arizona 85139
c/o Operations Administrator
CLICK HERE to review appropriate DVD formats
Films chosen for festival screening will also require press kits and movie posters. PICFF will require a minimum of three DVD copies per entry.
ONE FILM PER SUBMISSION
Please make sure there is only one film per submission, multiple submissions require multiple entry fees, submission forms, and separate DVD’s.
ARCHIVE
DVDs will remain in the festival archive.
SUBTITLES
All non-English language films must be subtitled or dubbed in English.
POSTING
Please mark international entries “Festival submission only -- no commercial value.” Mark value no higher than US$10. All postage costs and duties are the responsibility of the sender.
ENTRY FEES
Entry fees are due at the time of submission, payable in US Dollars. Entry fees are not refundable.
Early submission deadline March 20, 2010 - $20
Regular Submission deadline April 20, 2010¬ - $30
Late Submission deadline May 20, 2010 - $40
Extra Late Submission extended deadline June 25, 2010 - $50
50% discount for registered students in accredited High School, Bible School, University, College, or Film School Programs.
LABELING
Please insure your DVD is CLEARLY labeled with your film name, runtime, and most importantly, your contact information.
ADVERTISING
By submitting to PICFF you agree that the festival may use up to 30 seconds of your film for publicity purposes. PICFF may also copy films that are selected to screen for exhibition. Copies will be used only for judging, viewing at the Festival, and media review purposes.
LICENSE
All submission filmmakers have an option to a non-exclusive license to PICFF and its affiliates for Internet and cable television release for a period of two years.
RIGHTS
All submissions to PICFF must hold appropriate rights to music, actors, etc. and be able, if required, to produce proof of those rights.
INDEMNITY
All filmmakers submitting to PICFF agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless PICFF, its board, judges, sponsors and partners, individually and collectively, from all claims and demands, losses, damages, costs and liabilities relating to any films submitted to this festival.
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