Prague International Film Festival - Prague International Film Festival

Welcome to the Prague International Film Festival! Our esteemed event is a platform to celebrate and promote international filmmaking. We embrace the opportunity to discover new talents, encourage innovative storytelling, and pay tribute to diverse genres of cinema.

Each film submission undergoes a comprehensive evaluation process, assessing artistic and technical merit. Rest assured, your work will receive the attention and appreciation it deserves.

The highlight of the festival is the exclusive screening of selected films at Le Cinema, an exquisite venue adorned with French aesthetics. Following each screening, there will be an interactive Q&A session fostering a vibrant exchange of ideas.

Prepare to be captivated by our vibrant program, representing the epitome of independent and innovative cinema. Join us for the glamorous Red Carpet and Awards Gala Ceremony, where you can network with esteemed figures from the film industry.

Step into a realm of enchantment and elegance, immersed in the glitz and glamour of the filmmaking world. Witness the awe-inspiring artistry as award recipients take the stage, accepting their honors with grace and humility.

Filmmakers participating in the Prague International Film Festival will have a remarkable experience. This prestigious festival offers a nurturing environment that fosters artistic expression, cultivates industry connections, and pays homage to independent filmmaking. It provides an exceptional platform for filmmakers to present their work to an enthusiastic audience and fully immerse themselves in film culture. With its unwavering commitment to recognizing the artistry of independent cinema, the Prague International Film Festival stands as a truly extraordinary event.

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HOW DOES IT WORK?

PIFF ACCEPTS FILMS IN ANY LENGTH, GENRE AND LANGUAGE. NON-ENGLISH FILMS MUST HAVE ENGLISH SUBTITLES. BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR PROJECT PLEASE READ ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS. RECEIVE OUR COMPANY ASSISTANCE THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE PROCESS

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Rules and Terms

– Films must be submitted via an online screener ONLY.

– We do not accept films submitted on DVD.

– You are providing PIFF a nonexclusive limited license to use segments of your film (including trailers/film posters/press kits/teasers) for promotional purposes.

– Submissions DO NOT guarantee selection.

-If selected, Filmmakers will be asked for further materials.

-All international films MUST have English subtitles if in another language.

– Entrants confirm and warrant that they have the required legal authority to use all music, images, and content in the entry submitted,

– Works-in-progress and films with distribution are accepted,

– No restrictions on premiere or online statuses.

-Official Selections will be announced on the website, social media and partners.

* BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR FILM PLEASE READ CAREFULLY ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS * ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE *

We are mainly looking for: Feature Film, Short Films, Documentaries, TV/Web-Series, Series Pilots, Student Films, Animations, Trailers, Music Videos, Produced and Unproduced Scripts, Commercials, Experimental Films, Professional Mobile Films and Disruptive formats as Portrait Orientation.

We accept films of any genres, length and language.

Any genre and any length of film will be considered – anything under 45 minutes is classified as a short, anything over 45 minutes is classified as a feature. Maximum film length for the Screendance and Queer Short Film Competitions is 20 minutes

WE DO NOT ACCEPT: 1. Amateur videos. 2. Extremist or propaganda content from religious or political organizations. 3. Pornography. 4. Films with a poor production standard (bad sound, lack of subtitles/captions for non-English films, video resolution less than 1080p HD). 5. We don’t accept excerpts/scenes from films: you must submit the entire film.

By submitting your film, take note that: The Prague International Film Festival is hereby granted the rights to utilize an excerpt (trailer/teaser/poster/stills) from any film submitted for promotional purposes. Multiple entries are allowed for each filmmaker and each entry may be submitted to multiple categories. Winning categories vary depending on the submissions we receive. If the administration thinks the categories submitted are not to a standard of the Prague International Film Festival win, they will be removed. The Competition reserves the right to refuse entries and the Jury can remove a movie from the competition at any time. No refunds accepted at entries and services.

The individual or corporation submitting the film hereby warrants that it is authorized to commit the film for possible screening (private and/or public) and understands and accepts these requirements, rules and regulations. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless thePrague International Film Festival, from and against any and all claims, liabilities, losses, damages, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney’s fees, and costs of the court) which may be incurred by reason of any claim involving copyright, trademark, credits, publicity, screening, and loss or damage of the screening videos entered.

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