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RULES AND TERMS

The Ann Arbor Film Festival is open to experimental films as well as films that demonstrate a high regard for the moving image as an experimental art form, no matter the genre. Each year the AAFF selects 100-145 shorts and features for exhibition in the awards competition portion of the festival.

Films previously submitted may not be re-entered unless there has been a significant change to the edit. Later versions of a film may be reviewed and/or selected at the programmer's discretion.
Short and feature-length entries are accepted.
Short films run no longer than 60 minutes. Feature films run 60 minutes or more.
Entries not in English should have English subtitles.
Works in progress may be submitted, but are juried in the same pool as all other submissions.
Work must be contemporary - completed within the last three years.
Entry fees are per film entered, and must accompany the entry form for confirmation. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Make checks and money orders payable to the Ann Arbor Film Festival.
The Ann Arbor Film Festival does not give waivers or discounts.
Entries are accepted via secure online screening and 16mm only. We do not accept DVD, VHS or video data files for screening purposes.
16MM
- If you would like the festival to preview a 16mm print of your film, please contact the festival directly at submissions@aafilmfest.org to make arrangements.

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Blog Archive

AAFF Presents is Back - in Person!

AAFF Presents is Back - in Person!

Join us at the State Theatre for Award-Winning Films from the 59th AAFF once a month through November! This event is free for AAFF...

Calling all Volunteers!

Calling all Volunteers!

We’re looking to add to our team of dedicated volunteers for the 58th Ann Arbor Film Festival! Find out why you should join.

3 Things to Know About AAFF Special Guest: Pat Oleszko

3 Things to Know About AAFF Special Guest: Pat Oleszko

Oleszko at the 53rd AAFF during a tribute to George Manupelli Ann Arbor, Michigan—The 58th Ann Arbor Film Festival’s special guest, Pat...

Our panel of jurors for the 58th AAFF are...

Our panel of jurors for the 58th AAFF are...

We're incredibly excited to announce the selection of three esteemed jurors for the 58th Ann Arbor Film Festival, scheduled for March...

Katherine Pertuso Joins the AAFF Team!

Katherine Pertuso Joins the AAFF Team!

As we say farewell to the decade we welcome our new Communications and Marketing Manager, Katherine Pertuso. She will be leading the Ann...

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