moonlightfilmfest.com
Open in
urlscan Pro
103.169.142.0
Public Scan
Submitted URL: https://outplay.moonlightfilmfest.com/clk/645746365A7A6B744F584E324E3273744D334A7A6447773D
Effective URL: https://moonlightfilmfest.com/
Submission: On July 03 via api from US — Scanned from DE
Effective URL: https://moonlightfilmfest.com/
Submission: On July 03 via api from US — Scanned from DE
Form analysis
0 forms found in the DOMText Content
* Home * About * Guidelines * Categories * Submit * Home * About * Guidelines * Categories * Submit 2024 Results (TBC) All results out soon 2 October 2024. Low-Budget Filmmaking Award THE WHIRLPOOL director: Den Hook Outstanding Achievement Award Outstanding Achievement Award Social Impact Filmmaking Award DRIFTER director: Simão Cayatte FIG JAM director: Frank J. Avella ABOUT The Moonlight International Film Fest is an online festival dedicated to recognizing the creative works of emerging filmmakers, scriptwriters, and digital media artists. By operating exclusively online, the festival removes geographical and financial barriers, offering a platform that is accessible to a global audience and speeding up the process from production to recognition. Its awards and nominations are accredited by IMDb, providing participants with valuable recognition that can significantly boost their careers in the film industry. This setup not only helps in career advancement by enhancing resumes and increasing visibility but also serves as a promotional tool; this unique combination of accessibility, recognition, and the potential for rapid professional growth makes the Moonlight International Film Fest a compelling opportunity for creators looking to make a mark in the world of cinema. EMOTIONAL IMPACT Innovation in Use of Medium CRITERIA For films and narrative-driven digital media, how well the story is constructed and delivered is crucial. This involves pacing, clarity, engagement, and the emotional impact of the storytelling. ORIGINALITY AND CREATIVITY The uniqueness of the concept and the originality of the approach are critical. Judges would assess how the work stands out in terms of narrative, style, or presentation compared to traditional or mainstream formats. Cultural and Social Relevance Especially relevant for digital media works, this criterion evaluates how the medium, whether it's video, animation, or mixed media, is used in innovative ways to enhance the storytelling or thematic expression. The extent to which the work addresses contemporary issues or connects with cultural, social, or emotional aspects relevant to a diverse audience. Technical Excellence This includes cinematography, editing, sound design, and the overall production quality. For digital media like fashion films and music videos, aspects such as choreography, visual effects, and integration of multimedia elements are also considered. GUIDELINES Rules to enter the Moonlight International Film Fest: Our guidelines are straightforward and crafted to ensure a fair and smooth process for all participants. Upon entering your work for consideration at Moonlight, you agree to the following terms and conditions... BY SUBMITTING TO MOONLIGHT YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING... 1. Copyright: You certify that your work is ready for festival exhibition (all music, fonts, visuals, etc. are cleared worldwide, in perpetuity, multi-platform), and that the intellectual property is yours. If you are acting as a distributor, you affirm you've secured permission from the copyright owner. 2. Use of Stills / Clip Fragments: You allow us to use stills and short clips from your film on the festival's digital platforms, including our website and social media channels, exclusively for promotional, non-commercial, and educational purposes. 3. Downloading: You grant permission to the festival director to download your film(s) to assist with offline viewing and to fulfill festival's programming needs. 4. Streaming: You permit us to showcase your film online with appropriate encryption and password-protection. 5. IMDb: Moonlight's team can update your awards/nominations on your IMDb pages, but will not initiate creation of film pages if they aren't existing. 6. Code of Conduct: You pledge to maintain respect and courtesy toward all involved. 7. Feedback: While we don't provide feedback on every submission, we do offer a critical review option. 8. No Refunds / Sportsmanship: No refunds will be provided based on dissatisfaction with final festival decisions. 9. One-Time Fee for All Categories: A singular fee ensures your film is evaluated across all festival categories for potential awards/nominations. 10. Accepted Submission Types: We accept a broad spectrum of submission formats. 11. Submission Permissions: Filmmaker teams can enter multiple projects in the same festival round. 12. Submission Restrictions: Once a film has been submitted to a particular edition, it cannot be re-submitted in subsequent ones. 13. Film Reviews: To request a film review, your film must have been submitted to the competition. 14. Official Selection: A submission does not automatically grant "Official Selection" status. 15. Mailing List: By submitting to Moonlight, you automatically join our newsletter. CATEGORIES Best Picture Best Feature Film Best Film (Medium-Length) Best Short Film Best Micro-Short Film Best Student Film Best Experimental Film Best Queer Best Directing Best Emerging Director Best Directorial Debut Best Original Screenplay Best Cinematography Best Lead Actor Best Lead Actress Best Supporting Actor Best Supporting Actress Best Ensemble Cast Best Editing & Sound Design Best Visual Effects Best Original Score Best Production Design Best Costume Design Best Makeup & Practical Effects Best Drama Best Comedy or Musical Best Action Drama Best Sci-Fi or Fantasy Film Best Horror Best Thriller Best Animation Best Feature Documentary Best Short Documentary Best Documentary Director Best Documentary Filmmaking Best Nature Documentary Best Episodic Series or New Media Best Fashion Film Best Ad Film Best Podcast Best Music Video Best Original Song Best Music Video Production Best Music Video Artist Performance Best Feature Screenplay Best Short Screenplay Best TV Script Best Emerging Screenwriter SUBMIT YOUR PROJECT Submissions to Moonlight remain open for our next competition round! All submissions are made exclusively via email, email us at info@moonlightfilmfest.com © 2023 Moonlight International Film Fest