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.
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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.
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Short and feature-length entries are accepted.
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Short films run no longer than 60 minutes. Feature films run 60 minutes or more.
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Entries not in English should have English subtitles.
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Works in progress may be submitted, but are juried in the same pool as all other submissions.
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Work must be contemporary - completed within the last three years.
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Entry fees are per film entered, and must accompany the entry form for confirmation. Entry fees are non-refundable.
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Make checks and money orders payable to the Ann Arbor Film Festival.
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The Ann Arbor Film Festival does not give waivers or discounts.
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Entries are accepted via secure online screening and 16mm only. We do not accept DVD, VHS or video data files for screening purposes.
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16MM
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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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HORARIO Y PROGRAMA
El 59º Festival de Cine de Ann Arbor se llevará a cabo en línea del 23 al 28 de marzo de 2021. Cada programa es diferente. Las películas no están clasificadas. Todos los programas están destinados a un público adulto, a menos que se indique lo contrario. Algunas películas tienen imágenes de naturaleza estroboscópica.
Todas las proyecciones de los cortometrajes en competencia se llevarán a cabo como un evento en vivo en línea durante nuestra programación programada. Después del evento en vivo inicial, los programas estarán disponibles para su visualización a pedido hasta las 12 a.m., hora del Este, del 31 de marzo.
Las funciones de la competencia y los programas especiales estarán disponibles para su visualización a pedido del 23 de marzo al 31 de marzo, a menos que se indique lo contrario. Todos los programas se presentan en la hora estándar del este (EDT). Si bien la mayoría de las películas se transmitirán en línea, ¡hay varias en persona en la pantalla! instalaciones alrededor de Ann Arbor que se pueden ver desde la calle.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
At the 60th Ann Arbor Film Festival, we require all guests entering the festival to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
We will check documentation for every guest upon entry to the lobbies. Please have your proof of vaccination ready to present at the festival’s welcome table before entering the Michigan Theater Lobby or 2435 North Quad Space. Proof of full vaccination includes the following options: a vaccination card (or photo), a digital record within an app, an official immunization record, the ResponsiBLUE mobile app, or a photo result saved to your phone. We do not accept QR codes as we will not have a reader.
After you present your vaccination card you will be issued a wrist band to use throughout the Festival.
MASK POLICY
The University of Michigan and the Michigan Theater are currently requiring masks while indoors. Stay up to date with the University and Michigan Theaters' policies at the links provided.
FAQ’s RE: VACCINATIONS
Lost your vaccine card?
Washtenaw County Public Health recommends taking a picture of the front and back of your vaccine card for your records. If you need a replacement card, you can request one through the Michigan Department of Health Services.
When is my last chance to get vaccinated?
In order to be fully vaccinated in time for the Ann Arbor Film Festival, you’ll need to have received your second dose of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine (or single dose of Johnson & Johnson vaccine) by Tuesday, March 8th (two weeks prior to Festival).
Where can I get vaccinated?
In the United States, you can find vaccination locations at this link.
COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public space where people are present. By attending The Ann Arbor Film Festival, you expressly agree to comply with all rules and safety guidelines put in place by the event organizers, and voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19, waiving all claims and potential claims against the event organizers, and their affiliated companies relating to such risks.