Thank you for your interest in Sitar's Set in DC Film Festival 2024!
This Festival is open to young filmakers from the DMV between the ages of 11-18. Applicants are allowed to submit multiple films. Separate application forms are required for each film submitted.
CRITERIA:
-FILMS MUST BE CREATED BY 11-18 YEAR OLD FILMAKER
-FILMS MUST BE SHOT AND SET IN WASHINGTON, D.C.
-FILMS SHOULD BE 2-10 MIN LONG
-FILMS SHOULD HIGHLIGHT ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING VALUES OF SITAR:
- Foster Belonging
- Embed Equity
- Build Trust
- Encourage Collaboration
- Inspire Transformation
- Prioritize Balance
APPLICATION SUBMISSION DATES
March 15, 2024 – April 15, 2024
Accepted Artsits
-All films will be reviewed by an initial jury of Sitar's Emerging Arts Leaders to determine entry into exhibit.
-Once reviewed, all films will be judged by professional film makers and critics.
-Film makers will be notified of acceptance by May 13, 2024
Festival Showcase:
Films will be shown on May 30, 2024 at Sitar Arts Center at 1700 Kalorama Rd NW STE 101 Washington, DC 20009 from 6-8pm light refreshments will be served. All accepted film makers are highly encouraged to attend.
Prizes:
First Prize- $250 and the opportunity to have film highlighted at other local festivals without submission
Second Prize- $175
Third Prize- $100
FILM FESTIVAL ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Film Content:
Sitar Arts Center reserves the right to exclude any film that contains inappropriate content harmful to children under 18. Inappropriate content includes, but is not limited to, profanity, violence, sexual content, or any content deemed harmful to minors.
Filmmakers are responsible for obtaining the necessary rights to any music, sound effects, or other copyrighted material used in their films.
Film Usage:
Filmmakers retain ownership rights to their films. Sitar does not claim ownership of submitted films.
Sitar Arts Center is granted the right to use submitted films solely for the following purposes: Promotion of the Film Festival (pre- and post-festival); screening the films during the festival on May 30, 2024; Educational purposes related to the festival (e.g., workshops, student outreach programs).
Sitar Arts Center will not use any films for commercial purposes without explicit written consent from the filmmaker(s).
The aforementioned usage rights are granted for a period of one year following the festival.
Filmmaker Information:
Filmmakers grant Sitar Arts Center permission to use information (e.g., name, bio) submitted with the entry form in festival promotional materials and programs.
Publicity Rights:
Filmmakers may use Sitar Arts Center invitation and promotional materials to promote their film's participation in the festival, provided Sitar Arts Center is properly credited.
Any edits or alterations to Sitar Arts Center's promotional materials require written approval.
Sitar Arts Center reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time.