2023 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: May 10, 2023
Late Deadline: May 31, 2023
CATEGORIES
FEATURE FILM: Films 60+ minutes long are showcased under competition section.
FEATURETTE FILM: Films 15 to 30 minutes long are showcased under competition section.
SHORT FILM: Films up to 15 minutes are showcased under competition section.
DOCUMENTARY FILM: Films of feature, featurette, or short length are showcased under non-competition section..
SOCIAL IMPACT FILM: Films of feature, featurette, or short length on mental health, autism and environment are showcased under competition section.
MUSIC FILM: Films up to 5 minutes are showcased under non-competition section.
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 Male – Feature Film
Best Actor Female – Feature Film
Best Short Film / Featurette [International] / [Canadian]
Best Director – Short Film / Featurette [International] / [Canadian]
Best Actor Male – Short Film / Featurette [International] / [Canadian]
Best Actor Female – Short Film / Featurette [International] / [Canadian]
SUBMISSION STEPS
- Read carefully our requirements, rules & regulations online at IFFSA FilmFreeway Page
- Fill out online entry form and pay required fees at IFFSA FilmFreeway Page
- Send the film as per instructions given at IFFSA FilmFreeway Page
FILM INQUIRY CONTACT
