The Spinning Wheel Film Festival - Hollywood 2008 - Film Submission Form
Mission
The Spinning Wheel Film Festival (SWFF) is a cinematic examination of Sikh life and culture, as well as of universal themes such as human rights, global peace, religious freedom, and tolerance. The SWFF seeks to use the power of film and video to both entertain and educate, while also challenging conventional perspectives on complex and controversial issues facing Sikhs and the world community alike.
About The Festival
SWFF is a 3-day showcase of outstanding Sikh film and video, featuring a diverse mix of genres including documentary, independent, foreign and narrative films. Founded in 2003, the SWFF has quickly grown in size and reputation. Screenings are supplemented with guest speakers, who provide a dynamic forum for audience dialogue with actors, filmmakers and other expert panelists.
Submission Guidelines

For consideration, applicants must complete the entry form below, and submit the following:
  • Screener, VHS NTSC or DVD (Note: Other media formats will not be accepted)
  • Press kit, biography, film summary (if available)
  • Self-addressed return envelope(if you would like your VHS/DVD returned)
The SWFF is open to American and International entries.

Submission materials will not be returned, unless requested and a return envelope is provided.

To qualify for consideration, all submissions must have relevance to Sikh themes, issues, history, heritage, culture and/or current events.

The SWFF retains sole discretion to accept or decline submissions. Submission of a film does not guarantee exhibition at the Festival. Decisions of the Film Selection Committee are final.

The SWFF will consider all films regardless of any prior or pending commercial, theatrical or television play. However, preference is given to those entries that have not yet been screened previously within the Southern California region, or on television.

Selected film entries will be notified directly at least two months prior to the Festival. Further information about participation will be provided at that time

Declined applicants will be notified by mail following the decision of the Film Selection Committee. No specific reasons for decline will be provided.
Entry Deadline for Films Towards Ends To AUGUST 30, 2008 (Postmarked)
Step 1:  General Information
Film Title:
Original Title:
Country of Origin:
Language:
Running Time:
 
Release Date:
Producer:
Director:
Website:
(Optional)
Category:
  
Step 2: Technical Information
Screen Format:
Presentation Format:
Sound Track:
  
Color:
Aspect Ratio For Film:
  
Aspect Ratio For Video:
Step 3: Contact Information
Your Name:
Company/Distributor:
(Optional)
Address:
Address:
(Optional)
City:
Province/State:
Postal Code/Zip:
Country:
Email:
Phone:
Fax:
(Optional)
Other Information :   
(Optional)
Note: Please indicate "Educational Material", "No Commercial Value" on packaging so that screening material is not held up at customs.
Step 4:  Marketing
Information provided below will be used on this site as well as other marketing materials.
Short Description of Film:  
 
Long Description of Film:  
Preview of Film/Documentary: (Upload upto 5 minutes video)
(Optional)
Image of Film/Documentary: to be published on this web site
(Optional)
Terms and Conditions
  • The SWFF accepts no responsibility for late, lost, damaged or ineligible entries. Finalist film prints and videotapes will be handled with utmost care. However, the SWFF cannot assume liability for damage to or loss of these materials.

  • By entering the SWFF, applicants certify that they have the legal right to enter the film in the SWFF. The applicant is hereby responsible and liable for any breach of rights or the law in the submission.

  • By entering the SWFF, the entrant grants the right to publish or transmit portions of the film for the purpose of press or promotion, unless otherwise noted.
You can also send the printed form to:
Please print this form and send it along with the film to:

SWFF 2008 Film Submissions:
C/o Bicky Singh
23800 Via Del Rio
Yorba Linda, CA 92887
USA
Phone #: (714) 714-692-4285, FAX (714) 692-9420


Note: Once you click on the submit form, a copy of the filled form will be send to you at the email address provided, please Print this form and send it along with the film to the above address.
 

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