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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LODGING & PARKING
PARKING
The Michigan Theater and State Theatre are located close to several parking garages and also offer street parking. Visit Republic Parking and
the Ann Arbor Downtown Development Authority website for more parking information.
Nearby Parking Garages:
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Liberty Land Parking Structure | 319 South Fifth Street
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Liberty Square Structure | 510 East Washington Street
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Maynard Parking Structure | 324 Maynard Street
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S. Ashley Street Lot | 309 S Ashley St
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Fourth & Washington Structure | 123 E Washington St
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Ann Ashley Structure | 220 N Ashley St
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Fourth & William Parking Garage | 115 E William St
See The Ann Arbor Observer City Guide for more parking information.
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TRANSPORTATION
The Michigan Flyer is a great alternative for getting from the Detroit airport to downtown
Ann Arbor. For pricing and to buy tickets, please visit their website.
TheRide operates transit centers in downtown Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti and offers public transportation in that area. For pricing and to buy tickets, please visit their website.
DISCOUNTED LODGING
INFORMATION
Rates per night for festival goers:
Single or double: $107
Triple: $117
Quad: $127
Code: AAFF2020 (call to use it)
Free Amenities offered: Indoor pool, hot tub, sauna, 24-hr fitness center, parking, WiFi
CONTACT:
(734) 769-2500
3050 Jackson Road Ann Arbor, MI 48103
2.2 miles (10 minutes)
INFORMATION
Rates per night for festival goers:
Single or double: $63
Code: Ann Arbor Film Festival
(call to use)
Free Amenities offered: Light cold breakfast, parking, WiFi
CONTACT:
(734) 971-8000
2424 E Stadium Blvd Ann Arbor, MI 48104
2.6 miles (10 minutes)
OTHER LODGING OPTIONS
INFORMATION
Hotel in downtown Ann Arbor
CONTACT
(734) 769-2200
415 W. William St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
.7 miles (5 minutes)
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Several guest houses available for festival goers
CONTACT
(734) 476-0101
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Bed and breakfast in downtown Ann Arbor
CONTACT
(734) 395-4114
415 W. William St., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
.7 miles (5 minutes)
INFORMATION
Apartment in downtown Ann Arbor
CONTACT
Visit this link for more information on booking
INFORMATION
Bed and Breakfast in Ann Arbor.
CONTACT
(734) 417-7223
1917 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104
1.4 miles (7 minutes)