CONDITIONS EFF 2020
*** more information to be announced soon ***
• EFF shows fiction, animation, experimental/art, video clips, VR projects and documentary films. In short we aim to show the variety of film and moving image, and encourage productions that break boundaries.
• We do not have any premiere status requirements. Priority may be given to works which have not recently reached large scale audiences.
• All films must be submitted via www.filmfreeway.com.
• All films must be subtitled in English. If the film is in English, we do not necessarily need English subtitles - but we prefer it.
• The submitted material (trailer, film, synopsis and stills) can be used for publicity purposes of EFF.
• The organisation of EFF has decision-making authority. In the event of unclear or unforeseen situations in this regulation, different decisions can be made.
• Results cannot be corresponded or discussed. Please note: Due to the volume of entries received, EFF cannot give individual feedback on submissions.
SUBMISSION
1. Upload 3 to max 5 film stills that are at least 300 dpi and that are preferably CMYK instead of RGB.
2. Upload your trailer in MOV or MP4 format. EFF may use your trailer for promotional purposes if your film is selected
3. Upload a digital English synopsis with a maximum of 90 words.
4. Also send us a copy of your film as a MOV or MP4 file. Please note that this file will be used for promotional use only.
5. Please fill in a complete list of cast & crew members.
6. All attached documents will not be returned.
7. The EFF has the right to send informational newsletters to the email provided.
COPYRIGHT
Anyone who submits a film for EFF thereby agrees with being the holder of the rights of the film or have the rights of the film another way.
INDEPENDENT
By subscribing and sending a film to the EFF, the filmmaker thereby agrees that the film was not made for commercial purposes with commercial money and is therefore an independent production.
SELECTION
• The EFF has the right to place your entry in a different category than you submitted. If the fee for this category is higher, we will charge the difference. If the fee is lower we will NOT refund the fee.
• A professional jury selects and nominates the films for EFF 2020.
• The professional jury will have the final say in making the selection. There are no statements made about them and nothing will be corresponded or discussed on the reason why a film is or is not selected.
• Movies that show a technical error or stuttering are not selected.
DCP
• All files must be named consequently by the Digital Cinema Naming Convention. Please check the following link to ensure you name your DCP-file correctly: http://isdcf.com/dcnc/.
• All DCPs need to have English subtitles. If the film is in English we don't necessarily need English subtitles - but we prefer it.
• If you have any questions regarding your DCP or other technical issues please contact: wouter@eindhovenfilmfestival.nl
HOSPITALITY
If your film is selected for the EFF, you will receive free day tickets to visit the festival.
Nominated filmmakers from outside of the Netherlands will be invited to the festival.
We will support your stay in Eindhoven, not your travel expenses.
CONCLUSION
The submitter is solely responsible for compliance with the laws of the Netherlands.
The festival is not liable for any violations.
By subscribing and sending a film to the EFF, the filmmaker thereby accepts and agrees to the general terms and conditions.