Foster on Film - Dragon*Con Independent Film Festival FAQ

Short Film Festival ◊ FAQ

1. QUESTION: My movie has swearing in it. Will you still consider it?

ANSWER: Yes. Language is not a problem.

2. QUESTION: My movie has nudity, sexual situations, etc. Will you still consider it?

ANSWER: Yes. Adult situations, themes, etc. are not a problem.

3. QUESTION: My movie isn't horror, or my movie isn't science fiction, or my movie isn't fantasy? Will you still consider it?

ANSWER: Yes. We accept films from all kinds of genres including: Mysteries, Thrillers, Film Noirs, Comedies, Alt Lifestyle, Slip Stream/Magical Realism, and Surrealistic films, just to name a few, as well as short Animated films of all types. Take a look at 2006's selections and those from 2005.

4. QUESTION: I used copyrighted music in my film. Is that a problem?

ANSWER: Yes, it's a problem. You need to have the rights to all music in your film. Check with the music's publisher. Often, festival rights are very inexpensive.

5. QUESTION: I used characters from other films in my movie. Is that a problem?

ANSWER: Maybe, maybe not. If your film can be called a "parody," then you can legally make use of a great deal. It's your responsibility to make sure that your film does not violate anyone's copyright.

6. QUESTION: My finances are low. Can you make an exception for me and eliminate/reduce the submission fee?

ANSWER: Sorry, we can't do it. To be fair, we have to treat everyone equally.

7. QUESTION: Can I send you my film for you to look at, and if you accept it into the festival, then I'll pay the submission fee?

ANSWER: Sorry. See the answer to question 6.

8. QUESTION: I sent my film in over a week ago, and Withoutabox doesn't have it listed as being in consideration yet. Did you receive it? Should I send another?

ANSWER: Patience is a virtue. Each film comes in to our office where financial bookkeeping is done. After "enough" films are received at the office, they are sent on to the selection committee. When a member of the committee checks that your disk is playable, then Withoutabox is updated.


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