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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.

MAKE A GIFT

Ann Arbor Film Festival

Our New AAFF Cocktail: Twist with a Plot

Introducing our brand new canned cocktail in partnership with the Ann Arbor Distilling Company… Twist with a Plot!

Spaulding's Coffee Liqueur, Arbor Wheat Vodka, cold brew coffee and a twist of lemon come together for this playful take on our classic coffee martini. $5 from each 4 pack comes directly back to the Ann Arbor Film Festival.

Many thanks to Ann Arbor Distilling Company for their support!

Get your Twist with a Plot cocktail here, available for pick up at A2DC.

Our New AAFF Cocktail: Twist with a Plot

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