2024 FILM SUBMISSIONS

BRIEF

Inviting all filmmakers to showcase their films with a connection to South Asian culture and identity. A select number of foreign films are considered under Beyond South Asia segment

Language and genre is not a criteria. 

IFFSA Toronto is Academy Qualifying! i.e. Eligible for Canadian Screen Awards by Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television.


DEADLINES

Regular Deadline: June 30, 2024

Late Deadline: July 31, 2024


CATEGORIES

FEATURE FILM: Films over 60 minutes long

FEATURETTE FILM: Films 15 to 30 minutes long

SHORT FILM: Films up to 15 minutes long

DOCUMENTARY FILM: Films of feature, featurette, or short length

SOCIAL IMPACT FILM: Films of feature, featurette, or short length on mental health and environment

MUSIC FILM: Films up to 5 minutes long


PREMIERE STATUS

Film MUST be at least a Canadian premiere. If your film has screened at any other film festival in Canada, been released on DVD, broadcasted on television or the internet, or had a ticketed theatrical exhibition anywhere in Canada, it is not eligible. Send a note to the festival to seek clarification or request waiver under exceptional circumstances.


AWARDS & PRIZES

Best Feature Film

Best Director – Feature Film

Best Actor – Feature Film

Best Featurette/Short Film [International/Canadian]

Best Director – Featurette/Short Film [International/Canadian]

Best Actor – Featurette/Short Film [International/Canadian]


SUBMISSION STEPS

  1. Read carefully our requirements, rules & regulations  online at IFFSA FilmFreeway Page
  2. Fill out online entry form and pay required fees at IFFSA FilmFreeway Page
  3. Send the film as per instructions given at IFFSA FilmFreeway Page


FILM INQUIRY CONTACT

films@iffsatoronto.com

2024 FILM SUBMISSIONS