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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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2001: A Space Odyssey

On Friday, September 21, The University Musical Society and Michigan Engineering will present a free showing of Stanley Kubrick’s classic 1968 film, 2001: A Space Odyssey. This Oscar award winning classic science fiction film is praised for its innovative use of effects and technology coupled with beautiful music arrangements.

This event will be held at Hill Auditorium with live orchestral and choral accompaniment. You can see the famous cinematic image of a spaceship moving through the universe with a live performance of Johann Strauss’ "Danube Waltz," performed by the Detroit Symphony!

Come on out to this amazing event and check out the Ann Arbor Film Festival promotional table while you’re there! Click here to register or for more information.

2001: A Space Odyssey

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