For the 2020 festival, we will consider films that are:
- short or feature length
- documentary or narrative
- produced anywhere in the world
FILMS MUST:
- Broadly address a subject matter related to the environment – e.g. relationship to nature, sustainability, industry, environmental heroes, change or impacts.
- Have been completed after 1 January 2019.
- Be in English, or with English subtitles (where there is dialogue).
Environmental film encompasses a huge range of possibilities. At EFFA we screen films that encourage thought, inspire action and reconnect our audience with the natural world. The spectrum of topics we consider is broad, from wilderness to eco-art, from sustainability to activism and more.
HOW DOES EFFA SUPPORT FILMMAKERS?
The EFFA Programming Team works with filmmakers and distributors to promote selected films extensively to our growing audience base and the people of Australia. We seek media opportunities for selected filmmakers and work with them and relevant local and national organisations to raise awareness about topics covered in the chosen films.
Should you be able to make it to Australia for the Festival, we will show you a great time! Media and networking opportunities, community events, films and of course parties are all potential perks!
FORMATS
Film submissions must be provided via an online screener, with a link and password (if required). If selected, films will need to be supplied in DCP and .mp4 for screening purposes.
DEADLINES
Submissions close on 31 May 2020.
SELECTION NOTIFICATION
For films submitted by the 31 May deadline, you will be notified in July 2020 about whether or not your film has been selected.