Deadline: 28 February 2011
We are pleased to inform you that Nepal International Indigenous Film Festival (NIIFF) 2011, is being organized in Kathmandu, Nepal. from April 22-25, 2011. The festival will be preceded by a workshop.
NIIFF 2011 is dedicated to the indomitable spirit of the indigenous woman. The festival aims to bring out the sensitivities, strengths, skills, knowledge and wisdom that enables the indigenous woman to play a key role in holding societies and communities together.
The films will be archived at the IFA. Indigenous Film Archive is currently collecting information and documentation on different perspectives of the indigenous peoples of the world. It is hoped that the collection of films by and on women will contribute significantly to information about the status of and issues related to indigenous women around the world.
CRITERIA
Films meeting the following criteria will be eligible for the entry.
1. Films made after January 1, 2008.
1. Films made by women filmmakers or films about indigenous women (Directed by either male or female filmmaker/s)
2. The subjects and storyline of the film should be centered on women and should portray positive message celebrating the indomitable spirit of the indigenous woman
SUBMISSION
1. Submission to the Festival is open to all kinds of films: Shorts or feature films, music videos, animation or documentaries of any length.
2. There is no entry fee to submit a film for the festival.
3. Films submitted to IFA without filling out the entry form will not be accepted.
4. Films submitted to earlier edition of NIIFF will not be considered.
5. All the films in a language other than English must be subtitled in English.
6. A cover of a Film must contain: Title of the film, Full name of the Director/s, Duration of the film, the original languages of the film and Date of Completion of Production.
7. Publicity material
SELECTION
1. The selection committee appointed by Indigenous Film Archive will select all films.
2. The decision of the committee will be the final verdict and no legal claim to participate in the festival can be filed.
3. Indigenous Film Archive reserves the right not to disclose any comment or reason for not selecting films for the program.
4. A film, once selected shall not be withdrawn.
Awards
1. 3 members Jury
2. 3 awards: Golden Drum, Silver Drum and Bronze Drum for the best 3 films.
3. Audience Award
4. Encouragement Award for Nepali filmmakers - Cash Prizes for the following categories
* Best film
* Best Director
* Best Cinematography
* Best Script or screenplay
* Best Music
Format
Mini DV or DVD
Deadline for the Final Submission
No later than 28 February 2011 (Nepali year: Falgun 16, 2067). Films submitted later than deadline date will not be accepted.
Shipping/ Transportation Charge
All shipping costs of the submitted materials must be borne by the sender. And should be addressed to:
Indigenous Film Archive (IFA)
P. O. Box: 10487, Anamnagar,
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel: 977-1-4102577, Fax: 977-1-4260498
Website: www.ifanepal.org.np
Email: ifanepal@yahoo.com
Conclusion
Directors of selected films are invited to the festival. The organizers will provide local accommodation only.
Selected films will be screened at NIIFF 2011 in Kathmandu and nine other cities of Nepal within a period of one year.
The submitted films and publicity materials will not be returned. They shall be archived and listed at IFA.
A one day workshop on the Status of indigenous women around the world will precede the festival.
Please send us email to ask for entry form at ifa_festivals@yahoo.com if you are interested to submit your films meeting our criteria.
More information here.
We are pleased to inform you that Nepal International Indigenous Film Festival (NIIFF) 2011, is being organized in Kathmandu, Nepal. from April 22-25, 2011. The festival will be preceded by a workshop.
NIIFF 2011 is dedicated to the indomitable spirit of the indigenous woman. The festival aims to bring out the sensitivities, strengths, skills, knowledge and wisdom that enables the indigenous woman to play a key role in holding societies and communities together.
The films will be archived at the IFA. Indigenous Film Archive is currently collecting information and documentation on different perspectives of the indigenous peoples of the world. It is hoped that the collection of films by and on women will contribute significantly to information about the status of and issues related to indigenous women around the world.
CRITERIA
Films meeting the following criteria will be eligible for the entry.
1. Films made after January 1, 2008.
1. Films made by women filmmakers or films about indigenous women (Directed by either male or female filmmaker/s)
2. The subjects and storyline of the film should be centered on women and should portray positive message celebrating the indomitable spirit of the indigenous woman
SUBMISSION
1. Submission to the Festival is open to all kinds of films: Shorts or feature films, music videos, animation or documentaries of any length.
2. There is no entry fee to submit a film for the festival.
3. Films submitted to IFA without filling out the entry form will not be accepted.
4. Films submitted to earlier edition of NIIFF will not be considered.
5. All the films in a language other than English must be subtitled in English.
6. A cover of a Film must contain: Title of the film, Full name of the Director/s, Duration of the film, the original languages of the film and Date of Completion of Production.
7. Publicity material
SELECTION
1. The selection committee appointed by Indigenous Film Archive will select all films.
2. The decision of the committee will be the final verdict and no legal claim to participate in the festival can be filed.
3. Indigenous Film Archive reserves the right not to disclose any comment or reason for not selecting films for the program.
4. A film, once selected shall not be withdrawn.
Awards
1. 3 members Jury
2. 3 awards: Golden Drum, Silver Drum and Bronze Drum for the best 3 films.
3. Audience Award
4. Encouragement Award for Nepali filmmakers - Cash Prizes for the following categories
* Best film
* Best Director
* Best Cinematography
* Best Script or screenplay
* Best Music
Format
Mini DV or DVD
Deadline for the Final Submission
No later than 28 February 2011 (Nepali year: Falgun 16, 2067). Films submitted later than deadline date will not be accepted.
Shipping/ Transportation Charge
All shipping costs of the submitted materials must be borne by the sender. And should be addressed to:
Indigenous Film Archive (IFA)
P. O. Box: 10487, Anamnagar,
Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel: 977-1-4102577, Fax: 977-1-4260498
Website: www.ifanepal.org.np
Email: ifanepal@yahoo.com
Conclusion
Directors of selected films are invited to the festival. The organizers will provide local accommodation only.
Selected films will be screened at NIIFF 2011 in Kathmandu and nine other cities of Nepal within a period of one year.
The submitted films and publicity materials will not be returned. They shall be archived and listed at IFA.
A one day workshop on the Status of indigenous women around the world will precede the festival.
Please send us email to ask for entry form at ifa_festivals@yahoo.com if you are interested to submit your films meeting our criteria.
More information here.
