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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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Ann Arbor Film Festival

FRIENDS, FOOD, AND FILM

Our new DVD is here and we want to celebrate the release with you all at Leon Loft on Saturday, February 4th! This DVD includes films from the 54th AAFF, and the screening will begin at 8pm. Our generous sponsor Leon Speakers is hosting the event and we look forward to sharing their performance space with you. Appetizers and drinks will be available beforehand, so make sure to get there early to share in the fun with your friends. Admission is complimentary for AAFF Members, and $10 temporary memberships are available for all others to attend, which includes movies, food and drinks for the night. You will also be able to purchase a copy of the DVD for $15 at the event, so you can share it with others who were not able to attend or enjoy it in your own home. We hope this party will get you excited about the upcoming 55th Festival in just a few short weeks!

FRIENDS, FOOD, AND FILM

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