Foça Film Days is accepting submissions of DOCUMENTARY films that introduce to the public important examples of archaeological and cultural heritage from Turkey and around the world; help raise awareness about the importance of heritage conservation; and encourage sustainable tourism.
This year’s program is being organized around the central theme “Leading Ladies: The Legacy of Puduhepa.” The theme was inspired by three of the leading ladies in Anatolian history: Puduhepa, the Hittite queen who signed the world’s first peace treaty, the 13th-century B.C. Kadesh Agreement between the Hittite’s and the Egyptians; Kybele, the Anatolian mother goddess, whose shrines were an early feature of Foça’s cultural landscape; and Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, to whom Phokaia’s largest temple was dedicated. In making their selections, the organizers aim to highlight unique contributions made by pioneering women in all cultural spheres, including documentary film. The organizers are especially interested in films exploring women and archaeology and films that will appeal to young audiences.
Submitted films should be between 5-35 minutes in length and have been completed after 31 December 2010. Films should be in .mov or .mp4 format, and entries in languages other than Turkish or English must include subtitles in English or Turkish. Please note that if your film is accepted, you will be required to supply an .srt file in English in order for your film to be screened.
All films will be screened at the Reha Midilli Cultural Centre in Foça, Izmir. Excerpts of these films may be used by the event organisers for educational and promotional purposes. All decisions by the organisers regarding the program are final. By submitting your film, you attest to the fact that you own the rights to the film you are submitting and you agree to these conditions.