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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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VOLUNTEERS AND HOST FAMILIES NEEDED

Interested in volunteering for the 54 AAFF? Let us know now! We are seeking dedicated volunteers with availability in March, especially Festival week: March 15th – 20th. Please email a brief description of your interests, skills and March availability to Lizzie Olenzek at volunteers@aafilmfest.org.

Did you know the AAFF provides housing for all our visiting filmmakers and special guests? We’re able to offer this through the generous hospitality of Ann Arborites who have a guest room within walking distance to the Michigan Theater. (Thank you, all past Festival host families!) Festival hosts receive a pass and have the opportunity to make a lasting connection with our visiting filmmakers. If interested, please e-mail Vanessa Thoburn at housing@aafilmfest.org.

VOLUNTEERS AND HOST FAMILIES NEEDED

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