Save ReelAbilities: Mental Health Night to your collection. The plane crashed within a mile of an airport.. You may put your name and other info on the Title Page. Witness the magnificence of this parade yourself, and be on the right side of history. In addition, you will also find a wide variety of food vendors where you can sample different kinds of cuisines and street foods. By Should run from 70 to 120-150 pages for a standard 2 hour feature film. Sofia Gonzalez and Claire Anderson. Lest you think all this banning and banishment are new phenomena, consider one of the films in the festival's strong repertory section. If you have won lots of awards from small, new events, our Congratulation. but we prefer Premieres! (CAT 710) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. QFest 2019. (CAT 714) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. WORLD PREMIERE of Houston's History of Country & Western Dance! A Synopsis needs to accompany the script. 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Not accepted loose-leaf in a box, or with a clip! to be appear as moving images - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 002), Feature Films in the animation style originated in Japan, often characterized by colorful graphics, vibrant characters and fantastical themes - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 003), Feature Films of dramatized re-enactments of actual events - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 004), Feature Films that are non-fictional intended to "document reality, primarily for the purposes of instruction, education, or maintaining a historical record" - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 005), Feature Films in which the main emphasis is on humor - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 006), Feature Films in which the main emphasis is on humor that deals with a subject normally considered taboo, serious, painful or distressing - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 007), Feature Films in which the main emphasis is on humor centered on romantic ideas, relationship development - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 008), Feature Films containing a Christian themed message or moral, produced by Christian filmmakers to a Christian audience, and films produced by non-Christians with Christian audiences in mind - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 009), Feature Films that are narrative fiction intended to be a serious tone - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 010), Feature Films that evoke excitement and suspense in the audience - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 011), Feature Films that re-evaluates cinematic conventions and explores non-narrative forms and alternatives to traditional narratives or films centered around a set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 012), Feature Films that contain children or relates to them in the context of home and family, specifically made for children, or family to relate to a general audience - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 013), Feature Films that have fantastic themes, usually magic, supernatural events, mythology, folklore, or exotic fantasy or a gloomy, dark tone, or a sense of horror and dread - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 014), Feature Films that are the first feature-length work of the director - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 015), Feature Films produced outside the United States of America with a predominantly non-English dialogue track - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 016), Feature Films that are set in a past time period, usually based on historical events or people - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 017), Feature Films that were made with a low budget of less than 250, 000 - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 018), Feature Films that use mature/adult themes - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 019), Feature Films in which songs by the characters are interwoven into the narrative - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 020), Feature Films that focus on passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters and the journey that their love takes them through dating, courtship or marriage - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 021), Feature Films that use speculative, fictional science-based depictions of phenomena that are not fully accepted by mainstream science - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 022), Feature Films "set in the American West that [embody] the spirit, the struggle and the demise of the new frontier" - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 023), Feature Films that are partially finished, waiting for completion - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 024). Some of these promote social messages, some create visual illusions to trick the mind, and others promote cubism or modern art. WorldFest only screens winners! This can be an incredible and unforgettable experience to visit, and you certainly cannot miss it if you are in Houston in the month of April. Stalls are set up to sell Japanese clothing and accessories such as kimonos and fans, and you can expect to hear Japanese music and see dance performances, among others. (CAT 265A), Film & Video Productions - Wedding Video Productions - Under 15 Minutes (CAT 262A), Shorts - Under 15 Minutes, using Go-Pro Camera Systems to create an Extreme Sports/Action Video (CAT 323), Use of Drones in the production on the entry. Large juries view your entry on a big digital screen, not a little laptop! Unproduced screenplays only. As one of the oldest and most popular Indie film festivals in Houston, this is a must-visit event for any avid Indie movie fan. Events can only be attended with subscription access and require ticket reservations.. (Please use the great services of the Hollywood Script Express if you want to send us a bound, printed script They will do it all for you for a small fee. Holy Spider, No Bears, and more at the 30th annual Festival of Films from Iran. We expect a film festival there any day! (CAT 706) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. A copy of your student ID is fine, or a letter from your school. As one of the oldest and most popular Indie film festivals in Houston, this is a must-visit event for any avid Indie movie Unproduced screenplays only. Dragonboat racing is a unique and amazing sport that is held at Buffalo Bayou. Not just Interns seeing/judging your entry on little laptops. It is hosted by the small but mighty team at Houston-based theater arts organization, TEATRX. ), The IFHH spotlights the creations of filmmakers from across theIndian diaspora. Address: 7660 Woodway Dr #550, Houston, TX 77063, United States, Takes place: Usually held October or November. ), TV Commercials - PSA's - Public Service (CAT 400s), TV Commercials - PSA's - Over 30 Sec. Presented March 23-27, 2022, our 6th annual program will feature a diverse slate of over 80 features and short films alongside Q&As with filmmakers. Actually WorldFest is 10 Major film & video competitions in one event, unlike Cannes, Sundance and Toronto, which are just 2 competitions for shorts and features only. Save "Resistance, Why" Film Screening, Potluck, & Discussion to your collection. With a total of $52,750 in cash, non-purchase prizes! The Houston International Sports Film Festival (HISFF.org) is very excited to open the submission process to the 2nd annual HISFF taking place Feb 3-6, 2022!!! MAIN CONTACT JOSH MERWIN JOSH@HISFF.ORG, PRESS CONTACT HEATHER BESIGNANO HBESIGNANO@ICON-PUBLICITY.COM. I was an honor . Most of our festivals are homegrown and aim to showcase films rich in both cultural and geographic significance, from places like Palestine and Iran to India and throughout the Latin Diaspora. Unproduced scripts only, please, and digital files are now accepted! Please invest in the next generation of storytellers by making a tax-deductible donation to our CAPITAL CAMPAIGN for 2023, which will be used for our educational programming and animated kids book series. Running from Saturday, January 21 to Sunday, February 5, and presented by The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Rice Cinema, and Asia Society Texas, this years festival features a number of films that have been banned, filmmakers who have been sanctioned (and even imprisoned), and projects that had to go elsewhere to get made and distributed. Held in various locations across the city of Houston, this amazing festival celebrates this decades-old musical genre and is held in order to raise money to run the Jazz Education Inc. Not accepted loose-leaf in a box, or with a clip! You may enter Shorts, Features, Student Films, Experimental Films, Screenplays, Music Videos and New Media via the wonderful FilmFreeway platform. For art enthusiasts, Bayou City Art Festival is an amazing opportunity to meet and be surrounded by tons of artists and art enthusiasts like yourself. You may put your name and other info on the Title Page. {Screenplay entries must be bound, but we do accept Online entries!) 3 + screens, may be entered on composite tape (CAT 910), May be entered on composite tape (CAT 911), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 302), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 303), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 304), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 305), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 306), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 307), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 308), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 309), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 310), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 311), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 312), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 313), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 314), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 315), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 316), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 317), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 318), Shorts - 15:01 Minutes to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 319), Shorts - The Lift Off Award - Any Short Film using NASA Stock Footage as a significant part of their film - 1 Min to 14:59 Minutes in length (CAT 320A), Features - The Lift Off Award - Any Feature Film using NASA Stock Footage as a significant/critical part of their film - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 025A), Shorts - The Lift Off Award - Any Long Short Film using NASA Stock Footage as a significant part of their film - 15 Min to 69:59 Minutes in length (CAT 320A), Shorts - The Lift Off Award - Any New Media/Web Film using NASA Stock Footage as a significant part of their film. Unproduced screenplays only. WE ARE LAUNCHING A COLLEGE STUDENT SHORT FILM COMPETITION TO CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH AS PART OF OUR RACIAL EQUALITY PROGRAMMING. Unproduced screenplays only. A post shared by Jennifer Herrold (@jenniqueso). WebFounded in 2008, the Houston Comedy Film Festival is a live theatrical screening event on the Film Festival Circuit for international independent comedy films, series and screenplays WorldFest, founded in 1961, is the oldest Independent film festival in the world, and the 3rd oldest film festival in North America. Shorts and features are to provide (when requested and selected into program) a color or B/W production digital still photo (resolution of 300 Dots per square inch DPI or higher, higher is much better) for the program book jpeg photo files are OK. (Photos not required for video, cable, TV commercials, website entries, or screenplay entries). It takes place at multiple venues throughout Houston and has a virtual component that allows fans to tune in online. We do not make Remi Awards for scores lower than a B. Holy Spider is a different story. View More Events. We do prefer Premieres, as we do not want to be Number 11 on your festival list of screenings! Address: 1865 Aldine Bender Rd, Houston, TX 77032, United States. WorldFest is one of the oldest film festivals in the world, founded in 1961 as a film society. (CAT 702) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. (;-). We are honored to celebrate the, Happy Fathers Day! We will personally confirm your entry's arrival. Not accepted loose-leaf in a box, or with a clip! Promoting unique artists, musicians, dancers, and other creative minds, this is a cultural gathering ground for the most artistic minds in Houston. The WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival will be a mini-festival showcasing almost 40 features and a variety of short films. WorldFest has emerged as the oldest film festival management in the world, with the same continuous director for more than 55 consecutive years. Not accepted loose-leaf in a box, or with a clip! A short paragraph, 50-100 word synopsis, is required for all scripts and all entries (except TV commercials, music videos), which is for the jury and if selected, for the program book. Unproduced screenplays only. Save ReelAbilities: Closing Film- Poppy to your collection. He has served as the member of the International Jury on more than 25 world-wide film festivals, from Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Croatia, Korea, Ireland and Bulgaria. With venues across town, the Festival, now in its 18th year, shines the spotlight on Jewish and Israeli culture, art and history. As the fourth-largest city in America, Houston holds a special place in the hearts of travellers from all over the world. Those that do not win an award are informed by mail with personal letters prior to the festival. (CAT 708) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. Would you like to see the best of jazz performances in one festival? Required Legal Stuff: The filmmaker releases the festival (HIFF) from any and all liability for damages or destruction of the entered DVD/BluRay/Jump Drive/DCP. The Houston Greek Film Festival (HGFF) showcases new films from Greek and Cypriot filmmakers, producers and actors from Greece, Cyprus and the diaspora. It can be fun to bring your family or friends along and cheer for your favourite team. (CAT 602) All may be entered in any two additional categories at no extra fee [email these two categories to entry@worldfest.org]. Luntz recalls the early days of the festival, when 35mm prints were "very creatively shipped" from Tehran through Frankfurt and on to the U.S. Support this powerful programming by making a donation and buying tickets to ISFF Aspen! Where do the Astros stack up in MLB Networks position rankings? There's no way it could have been made in Iran; Abbasi doesn't expect that he'll ever be allowed to return to his native country, where the Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance has condemned the film. Should run from 70 to 120-150 pages for a standard 2 hour feature film. Venice & Cannes are older but they show Major Studio Films! An A score is a Platinum, and A- score is a Gold, a B+ Score is a Silver and a B Score is a Bronze. The one-day program features a screening of Rays 1964 romantic drama Charulata (The Lonely Wife) and Shatranj Ke Khilari (The Chess Players) from 1977., Produced by local drama school Next Actor Studio, this festival presents a great lineup of independent films and is returning for its eighth year. The filmmaker will endeavor to present to The Festival (HIFF) a new and pre-checked BluRay/ DVD / Thumb Drive or DCP for the actual presentation of the video at the festival. Houston is a thriving metropolis known for its museums and cultural attractions, but it's also a city that knows how to party with festivals and celebrations year-round. I am privileged to have received silver remi award at your festival. Perpetually overflowing with a wide variety of things to do, including world-class dining options, shopping avenues, and artistic and cultural establishments oozing high-class culture while retaining the traditional spirit of Southern Texas, Houston represents a beautiful mosaic where modern meets quaint. It can be a very rewarding experience to go and explore this ancient culture and learn about different aspects of their traditions. You may put your name and other info on the Title Page. Should run under 60 pages for a standard 2 hour feature film. Unproduced screenplays only. It also offers a wide array of accommodations, such as teardrop campers rentals and hotels, for road warriors who are wondering where to stay. Short films and plays by local Latinx filmmakers are the focus of the La Vida Es Cortos Film Festival. BUT IF YOU WIN A REMI AWARD, WE DO REQUIRE A BLURAY, USB FLASH DRIVE, OR DCP FOR THEATER SCREENING OF YOUR ENTRY! Amid protests in the wake of the September death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini while in the custody of the morality policeshe violated the countrys dress codedissent has become more urgent. We discovered Spielberg, Lucas, Ang Lee, The Coen Brothers, Randal Kleiser, Coppola and David Lynch, with their very first Premieres - those many new festivals did not! Address: San Jacinto Street & Elgin Street, Midtown Houston, Texas, USA, Website: Martin Luther King Jr Grande Parade, A post shared by Erinn Ray (@erinnray) on May 2, 2015 at 10:58am PDT. Via Colori is an annual street painting festival held in Houston, where hundreds of artists gather to paint the streets and create breathtaking illustrations. It should be noted for the record that box-office proceeds never fully cover the actual cost of presentation of the Features and Short Film Programs. Unproduced screenplays only. You may put your name and other info on the Title Page. So we require: a BluRay, Jump Drive or DCP for the DCP screening! You may ID the script with title, your name & contact details, and your WorldFest entry ID. (If you win a Remi, you may be screened on big screens to real theater audience!! Within each competition category, there are multiple sub-categories. Sample delicious Greek food like feta cheese Greek salad, spanakopita, and baklava, and witness world-class dancing and live music performances of classical Greek traditions. Stories that center Jewish and Israeli culturetake the spotlight at this 18-year-old festival. 2799 Katy Freeway, Suite 250, Houston, TX 77007Phone: 713-862-4570 Fax: 713-862-4606. Contact: rachael@cinemahtx.org. WorldFest is the only film festival in the world that actually Juries and Scores your entry. We Do Now Accept download screenplay files. It is the oldest independent film You will definitely have a lot of fun here, and youll also make some new friends! WorldFest gave first awards to giants of the film industry, including Spielberg, Lucas, Ang Lee, the Coen Brothers, Ridley Scott, John Lee Hancock, Brian de Palma, Randal Kleiser, Oliver Stone, David Lynch and literally hundreds more! Not accepted loose-leaf in a box, or with a clip! Only show events from organizers I follow, CO - A Virtual Reading of a New Play by Ren Milln, Edwards Greenway Grand Palace 24 & RPX, Theater 23, 2nd Floor Entrance, Elevator Level 4 Houston, TX, Houston Horror Film Fest - (August 11th - 13th, 2023), The Houston Marriott of Westchase Housoton, ReelAbilities: Opening Film Amazing Grace, Rice Cinema Presents: Two Award Winning Films By Yehuda Sharim, "Resistance, Why" Film Screening, Potluck, & Discussion, University of Houston Student Center South - Downtown Room Houston, TX. See our privacy policy for more information on how we use your data. DVD Entries can be NTSC, PAL, or SECAM, any and all regions. You may put your name and other info on the Title Page. 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While we will miss getting together in person, this is an opportunity for people to attend from outside the greater Houston area and to ask friends and family to join you for a ReelAbilities experience. In a city filled with culture, one of the most fascinating attractions for any traveller is the opportunity to witness the sheer variety of festivals and events that take place throughout the year. Here are our top film festival choices to keep on your radar. (yup, there is a Bustleburg in Virginia! It evolved into a competitive International Film Festival in April, 1968. Witness and participate in unique martial arts workshops, learn the ancient Japanese art of block printing, check out the impressive Ikebana flower arrangements, or engage in a beautiful tea ceremony that is such an important part of Japanese heritage. Please email entry@worldfest.org for subcategories, All related areas of all Performance Arts, especially Dance. (CAT 603) All may be entered in any two additional categories at no extra fee [email these two categories to entry@worldfest.org]. The WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival, founded in 1968, is an annual film festival held annually in April in Houston, Texas. Address: 1101 Milford St, Houston, TX 77006, United States, Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. Are you a fan of jazz or are you fascinated by this extremely popular genre of music? (CAT 701) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. Feature Films whose protagonists are thrust into a series of events that typically include violence, extended fighting, physical feats and frantic chases or explore exotic locations in an energetic or challenging way - 70 Min to 210 Mins (CAT 001), Feature Films which are animated through 2D hand drawn or painted images, 3D, CGI, stop motion, etc. By doing so, we can concentrate on the films and their filmmakers and enable our faithful audience the opportunity to see each and every film! All films/Digital entries are screened at the Cinemark Memorial City Theatres. . Did you, Joshs Inspiration Journeys, DREAM BIG are anima, Through the Lens is our nonprofit organization tha, Join us at @christians_tailgate in the Heights wit, Hey Guys, we got a couple of pop-up events happeni, @deloreanmotorcompany launch @pebblebeachconcours, Help unlock the first animated digital kids book w, Hey guys! 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Houston Underwater Film Festival. You will find fun workshops, poetry and literature readings, theatre performances and skits, and many other great events here. HISFF is giving all 2021 Fall National College Media Convention students free access to A Gift For Life film during the convention. We will personally let you know the jury results, and if you win a Remi Award, we will invite you to attend the 56th WorldFest, and you will receive a $1,000 VIP Platinum Pass with our compliments and special deep discounts on Platinum Passes for your associates! Make sure their titles and order/sequence are correct on the DVD. The festival assumes no liability whatsoever for theft, copyright violations or piracy of the entry. The Houston International Film Festival takes place April 22-25 at Cinemark 16 located within Memorial We have another event coming up soon. You are cordially invited to be part of the upcoming 56th Annual WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival! For tickets and more information, visit mfah.org. Not accepted loose-leaf in a box, or with a clip! (CAT 717) Screenplays must be bound in some way2 or 3 brad or spiral bound. Save SPACE CITY GEEK FEST to your collection. 310 Memorial City Way We do not accept on-line screenplays, our judges do not use Kindle, they like to hold your script in their hand and read it very old school, we know! The 30th annual Festival of Films from Iran reaffirms one unavoidable fact: Making Iranian movies can be very dangerous. As a labyrinthine film about its own making, its the kind of thing the late Jean-Luc Godard would deeply admire. WebSave Houston Horror Film Fest - (August 11th - 13th, 2023) to your collection. Unproduced screenplays only. A post shared by The Original MLK Day Parade (@originalmlkdayparade). 55th WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival in Memorial City. safilm.com (Festival: August 2-7, 2022 in San Please join us for one all of our events! Save WORLD PREMIERE of Houston's History of Country & Western Dance! From comedies to underwater films, these festivals showcase it all. A huge slate of 150-300 films cannot possibly do justice to each individual film. Other festival highlights include The Apple Day, a story of childhood, pride, and thievery that, like many an Iranian film, recalls the Italian neorealist masters; Destiny, an observational documentary about a young woman navigating the lines between tradition and modernity; and The Runner, a digitally remastered 1984 film widely considered to be the first film from post-revolutionary Iran.
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