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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 Extends Submission Deadline to October 14, 2024

9/30/2024

Good news for filmmakers! The Ann Arbor Film Festival (AAFF) is extending its Call for Entries deadline to October 14, 2024. This gives filmmakers extra time to submit their works and become part of one of the most celebrated experimental film festivals in the world.

Each year, AAFF receives an impressive 2,800 to 3,000 entries from artists across the globe, and 2024 is shaping up to be no different. With the extended deadline, we hope even more filmmakers will take this opportunity to submit their unique visions and creative storytelling.

We’re excited to see the creativity that this year’s submissions will bring, and we look forward to presenting another unforgettable festival for our 63rd season on March 25-30, 2025!

To learn more and submit your film, visit our official Submissions page. Hope to see you on the big screen!

Ann Arbor Film Festival Extends Submission Deadline to October 14, 2024

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