Submissions MUST be from filmmakers who have produced films that embrace black experiences worldwide and/or experiences of marginalized communities from across the globe. Submissions MUST be from filmmakers from all over the world with special emphasis on world cinema (films that explore history, social issues and highlight marginalized communities within the developing world).
ALUTA FILM FESTIVAL 2012 dates:
Wednesday 24 – Saturday 27 October 2012
Call for entry deadline:
Friday 31 August 2012
Aluta Film Festival accepts features, documentaries and short films in the genres/sub-genres of drama, action, thriller, comedy, animation and factual. Filmmakers must guarantee, should their film/video be selected, that permission from the rights holder is secured for a minimum of four screenings at the 9th annual Aluta Film Festival 2012.
Filmmakers are requested to submit DVD PAL screeners of their films and a brief filmmaker biography for viewing by our panel, upon viewing – all selected filmmakers will be forwarded the official application details as well as all festival regulations. Please note that no screeners will be returned.
NO ONLINE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED
For additional information feel free to contact festival director Motheo Seleke. All entries MUST be forwarded to the below mentioned address:
Motheo Seleke
Aluta Film Festival
18985 Guttenburg Pitse Street
John Mampe. Phase One
Galeshewe. Kimberley. 8300
South Africa
ABOUT THE FILM FESTIVAL
The Aluta Film Festival – a brainchild of independent filmmaker Motheo Seleke is held each year during in Kimberley - South Africa. Over the years the film festival has enjoyed international acclaim for its uniqueness in its programming and its vibrant African and Diasporan setting.
Dubbed South Africa's premier African and Diasporan cinema event – an important aspect of the Aluta Film Festival is to be a repository for the stories of people of African ancestry worldwide as well as showcasing cinematic platform for films that embraces experiences from the developing world.
The film festival particularly attracts filmmaking talent from all over the world and appeals to a growing South African and African market that is increasingly interested in African and Diasporan entertainment and cultural products.
