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Filmmakers Submission Guidelines Important dates Deadline for submission- Monday, November 14th, 2011 Notification of acceptance- Monday, November 28th, 2011 3rd Street Film Festival Premiere- Friday, December 30th, 2011

Film Submission Guidelines THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL will be accepting films of all genres

starting on July 15th, 2011. No form of nudity will be accepted. Films must be produced and filmed in Louisiana. Films must be under 32 minutes in length to be accepted for review. Short films must include casting credits. The filmmaker must include their name and age when submitting the

film along with the city/cities it was filmed. A number of films will be selected for the festival. Submission Deadline: Film submissions must be received by

November 14th, 2011. All foreign language films must be in English subtitles.

Awards and Prizes Guests of THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL will vote on their

favorite films at the end of the night, followed by the announcing of the winners. Prizes will include some of the following: gift certificates to

local businesses, electronics, film gear, hotel stays, and Airline vouchers.

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All selected entries will receive complementary admission to THE 3rd

STREET FILM FESTIVAL, and a gift bag as our way of saying thanks for a great film
and a spectacular night.

THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL Entry Guidelines

1. Please adhere to all FILM SUBMISSION GUIDELINES, listed above. 2. When submitting your film please include the attached application below. We can only accept films in DVD format (NTSC Region 1 only). DVD Labeling must include the film's title, and running time. 3. All entries must be received no later then November 14th, 2011. 4. Works in progress will not be accepted for consideration. 5. All foreign language must be presented with English subtitles. 6. Festival entrants whose films are selected for exhibition will be notified no later than November 28th, 2011. 7. All entrants under the age of 18 will need express written consent from their parents, and/or legal guardians in order to enter THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL. 8. All films that are received, who fit the criteria listed above, will be reviewed by a panel of judges. All entrants will receive written notice why their film was accepted or denied entry into THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL. 9. All selected films will be screened at The Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on December 30th 2011.

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Thanks, and good luck.

THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL FAQS

o What is THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL?
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will be a spectacular one night event where we showcase

Louisiana's talented independent filmmakers to the general public. THE 3rd STREET FILM
FESTIVAL

was created to encourage, foster, and promote Louisiana filmmakers by providing a

public venue to showcase their artistry.

THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL will help

strengthen the foundation of the Louisiana Film

Industry, with hopes to propel Louisiana to the number one spot for total film productions in America. With Louisiana dubbed as Hollywood of the South, we are quickly earning its place as a top tier filming location. Louisiana is currently ranked 3rd in the nation for total number of film productions (Louisiana Entertainment Office, 2010)
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will take place at The Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for

the Arts in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on the night of December 30th, 2011. o Why should I submit a film to THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL? It will be a unique opportunity to showcase your creative ability and put it into the film form. These films will then be presented to the professionals and enthusiasts of the film industry. By taking advantage of this once in a lifetime opportunity you will get a chance most filmmakers never get- the ability to have their name known in the industry. o Is there a entry fee into the THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL? There are no costs for entering your film into THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL. All costs related to
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will be covered by tickets sales and corporate sponsorships.

o Who will be reviewing my film for the festival? There will be a panel of judges that review each film with careful consideration. This panel will grade each film according to the following criteria - cinematography, acting, dialogue,

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soundtrack, originality/creativity, and overall quality of production. The films with the highest overall score will be selected for entry into THE 3rd STREET FILM
FESTIVAL

(subject to time constraints).

o How do I submit a film to THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL? Adhere to the entry guidelines listed above. Submit your film in DVD format (NTSC Region 1
only) clearly

labeled with the film's title and running time along with the completed application. Alive Media Productions LLC PO Box 85434 Baton Rouge, LA 70884

Mail all submissions to:

o What genres of films are being shown at THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL? The call for entries is wide open, as far as genres of film, we are looking for everything from documentary films to experimental works. As long as the film meets our length requirements we will review it. o What should selected filmmakers bring to the event to setup their designated booth? Filmmakers should bring copies of their films, contact information, and whatever else they feel attendees might like to see, or know about their film. (All merchandise for sale, including, but not limited to, Films, DVDs, and T-Shirts will have to be cleared by The Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts prior to the premiere) o Where is THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL ?
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taking place on December 30th, 2011 at The Manship Theatre

at the Shaw Center for the Arts which is located at the corner of 3rd Street & North Blvd near the old state capital in the heart of downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801.

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o Where is the best places to stay for THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL ? There are hotels within walking distance of The Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts, and there are other options available within a short driving distance of the venue.

THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL 2011 APPLICATION FORM

Entrant Information
Name ____________________________________________________________________________ Mailing Address* _________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ *All correspondence will be sent to the mailing address above. Daytime Phone _________________________ Evening Phone __________________________ Fax __________________________________ Email Address _____________________________ Website_______________________________ Twitter ____________________________________ Short Bio about yourself: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________

Film Information
Title: _____________________________________________________________________________ Run-Time: __________________ Your Creative Role(s): _______________________________ Director:_________________________________ Writer:___________________________________ Producer:_________________________________ Cinematographer:__________________________ Sound:___________________________________ Music:____________________________________ Principle Cast: ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________
Brief Synopsis of Film: (If you need more room, please attach an additional page)

___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________

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___________________________________________________________________________ Date Completed: _______________________________

Disclaimer
I understand that submission of my work authorizes THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL, and ALIVE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS LLC to use the work for exhibition, education, and/or publicity purposes related to the festival; that THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL, and ALIVE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS LLC will handle the prints, tapes, and accompanying PR and supporting materials with reasonable care but cannot be held liable for any damages or loss during shipping, use, preview, or screening; and that THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL, and ALIVE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS LLC is also not responsible for any claim related to the work, including but not limited to copyright or trademark infringement or any entitlement to credits or royalties; and I agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL, and ALIVE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS LLC for any claim brought against those entities related to the work.

Any applicant must clear any and all copyrighted material included in your submissions before publicly screening it. However, THE 3rd STREET FILM FESTIVAL and ALIVE MEDIA PRODUCTIONS LLC does not verify any clearance of these materials at any point during the application process, nor will we be held responsible for any inclusion of uncleared materials in your film.

Print Name: _______________________________________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ______________________

Please address all entries to:

Alive Media Productions LLC PO Box 85434 Baton Rouge, LA 70884

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