Soul 4 Reel Film Festival

MISSION & OBJECTIVE
The Soul 4 Reel Film Festival spotlights truly independent short films (under 30 minutes) in every genre including music videos, created by new and established filmmakers dealing with “the soul of relationships". The goal is to enlighten, inspire and build the imaginations and lives of those who enjoy making films, as well as those who simply observe, by expressing what it means to have and be in a relationship. The competition is open to students, indie filmmakers, and music video directors from all over the world.

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
The Soul Factory Theatre will be presenting the third annual Soul 4 Reel Film Festival March 23-24, 2012. Last year’s competition hosted over 35 films from 8 different countries. And this year we plan to go even bigger. This two day competition will feature independent short films of all genres as well as music videos, dealing with “the soul of relationships".
Relationships can be defined as love between a husband and wife, love for a pet, love between friends, a favorite material possession, etc.

In addition to independent films, the competition will host Q&A segments from directors in the industry as well as directors of films in competition. Most importantly, filmmakers will
enjoy the opportunity to meet and learn from other filmmakers, an experience that comes from the premier showcase dedicated to short films and the people who make them.
The Soul Factory is currently accepting film submissions for possible entry into the festival.

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GENERAL RULES
1. The competition accepts ALL GENRES of film and is open to ALL AGES.

2. All submissions must fit within the guidelines of dealing with what it means to be in a "Relationship" or what it means to have a "relationship" of some nature.
"Relationship" is defined as a love between a husband and wife, a love for a pet, a material possession of some value, etc.

3. SUBMITTED FILMS WITH NUDITY OR EXPLICIT SEXUAL CONTENT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.

4. Films with the use of excessive profanity will be edited for content (if accepted into the festival).

5. Entry Fees are non refundable.

6. All films must be in English, subtitled in English, or dubbed in English.

7. All films must be submitted on DVD (NTSC) or a high quality Quick Time file (.Mov) for judging. NO PAL VIDEOS ACCEPTED! Please label all materials with the title, running time, director name, WAB ID number (if applicable), and email address. Do not send film prints, master media or other originals. Soul 4 Reel is not responsible for materials lost, undelivered, or miscarried by the mail.

8. All judges decisions are final.

9. Soul 4 Reel reserves the right to adjust screening schedules of films at the discretion of Soul 4 Reel without any notice.

Maximum runtime for Shorts is 30 minutes.
Maximum runtime for Short Shorts is 10 minutes.
Maximum runtime for Music Videos is 10 minutes.

To Enlighten, To Inspire,

To Build

March 23 - 24, 2012

The Soul Factory Theatre

7702 Marlboro Pike, Forestville, MD 20747

FILM SUBMISSION ENTRY IS NOW CLOSED

AWARDS

   Best Film
   Best Music Video
   Best Local Film - Local films are films made by Maryland natives and were created in or about the state of Maryland.
   Best Director

We accept films in ALL genres, and program screenings so audiences see as many different types of films as possible.