Submission Guidelines

You may submit short films, feature length films, animation films, music videos or screenplays.  Feature films cannot exceed 2 hours in total length.  We will be taking submissions through  March 13.  All winners will be announced in April.  Please submit films in DVD format.  Films that are not submitted in this format will not be considered. 


COSTS: SHORT FILMS, MUSIC VIDEOS & ANIMATION
 $25.00 (EARLY BIRD SUBMISSION FEE- DEADLINE Aug. 10th)
 $30.00 (STANDARD FEE- DEADLINE Feb. 13th, 08)
 $35.00 (LATE ENTRIES- FINAL DEADLINE March 13th, 08)

DOCUMENTARIES & FULL LENGTH FEATURES
 $25.00 EARLY BIRD
 $30.00 STANDARD
 $35.00 LATE ENTRIES

SCREENPLAYS (120 PAGES MAX.)
 $30 STANDARD FEE
 $35 LATE ENTRIES

Film Pitch Panels (10 min. film idea pitch)
-An opportunity to pitch your film to accomplished filmmakers and industry professionals.  These professionals will provide feedback on your film and possibly provide you with an opportunity to work with a reputable production company to get your project completed.  (Please submit 5 copies of your script synopsis.  Please limit to 1 page only.
$30 STANDARD FEE (DEADLINE: APRIL 7TH)

 -Film Pitch Panel Fees Must Be Paid By Money Order or Check Only....

* All fees are non-refundable.  A synopsis of your film and the filmmaker's bio should be submitted with each short.  Filmmakers can submit up to 2 films per submission season.  

* There will be 5 winners.  1 short film winner, 1 documentary winner, 1 full length feature winner, 1 audience choice winner and 1 screenplay writer winner.  Products, Prizes, Marketing and exposure will be given to assist filmmaker with distribution and branding.  The winning filmmakers will receive exposure throughout film screenings across the U.S during AACG & HCM national tours. 

For a submission form please click on the link below and print the form and fill out completely. Money Orders, Checks and Cash are accepted. If you choose to mail payments please have checks and money orders made out to: 2ndoffice.com.  Withoutabox.com users may submit payment via credit card.  We encourage you to register through Withoutabox to minimize mistakes and to maximaze your exposure.   It's quick and easy to use!!

All films should be mailed to:
African American Cinema Gallery
C/O Len Gibson
7075 Baywood Dr.
Roswell, GA 30076