About Ace Film Festival American
Cinematic Experience Throughout history, American film has raised the bar in a broad
spectrum of elements, including technology, performance, style, innovation
and experimentation. While filmmakers all across the globe continue to
stun audiences with incredible cinematic masterpieces, our goal is to
focus solely on American-made works. From the backyard to the backlot,
this country has harvested some of the most talented visionaries and storytellers
known to man. The American Cinematic Experience is a celebration of these
artists of the past, present and future.
By providing an exclusive forum for domestic
film and video, we magnify the focus on this country's creative voice.
There is no better time than now for Americans to express themselves and
communicate, through their art, on an international level. ACE Fest sets
out to embrace those who share their thoughts, dreams, opinions, fears
and ideas through the eye of the lens.
Now in its second year, the ACE Film Festival
has caught the attention of countless filmmakers, artists, publications,
companies and supporters. The annual celebration in New York City is considered
to be one of the most anticipated events on the industry calendar, bringing
together not only people from all over the United States, but all corners
of the globe as well.
Helping The Filmmakers
Aside from the broader scope of our mission, we also strive to help the
one thing that keeps us alive - the filmmakers. Without them, a blank
screen is just about all we would have to offer an audience. All selected
films get their very own page on AceFest.com for artwork, interviews,
synopsis, cast/crew information, trailers, clips and more. We take individual
film promotion very seriously and work hard to build an eager audience
for each piece we play, regardless of duration or genre. Beyond promotional
efforts, we deliver a diverse New York City demographic to each and every
screening, including an exciting blend of moviegoers, peers, distributors,
industry executives, press and more! Our location is key. Selected films
play in the heart of the media capital of the world, New York City. Our
low ticket prices not only make the film festival experience accessible
to the general public, but enticing to all.
About NYFA
From the inception of ACE Film Festival, The New York Foundation for the
Arts has been a loyal and proud supporter. We are very excited to join
forces with this one-of-a-kind organization to produce the 2008 event.
NYFA provides an opportunity for financial support to projects of any
size, making it possible for even the most monetarally-challenged films
to be born.
CALL FOR ENTRY Want your film played in New York City?
This is your chance to screen your work to an audience of fellow filmmakers,
industry players, press, distributors and moviegoers in the heart of Manhattan!
This priceless opportunity is only the beginning. Selected films will
be reviewed by an impressive panel of accomplished judges for a chance
to win awards, prizes, cash and more. Your film or video will share the
screen with the latest and greatest in American independent cinema for
one of the most anticipated events on the industry calendar. Submit today!
Deadlines
Earlybird: February. 8 -
March 15 Regular: March 16 - April 15 Late: April 16 - May 9 Withoutabox.com Extension: May 10 - May 31
Fees
Earlybird
Regular
Late
WAB
Feature Film
$30
$35
$40
$40
Short Film
$25
$30
$35
$35
Animation
$20
$25
$30
$35
Video Art / Music Video
$15
$20
$25
$30
Bonus! First 150 entrants receive FREE 1-year
MovieMaker Magazine subscription!
ENTRY FORM Submit your film or video to ACE Film Fest and other
competitions worldwide, quickly, easily, and economically using withoutabox.
Accepting American films and videos February
8 - May 9, 2008
Preferred Formats: DVD or Mini-DVD
Note discounted entry fees when using Withoutabox.com
Entries are not returned. Do not send master copies
Above fees apply to entries postmarked by listed dates
Feel free to include press, marketing and cast materials
Students are to submit under listed categories (Sorry, no discounts)
Accepted entrants will have the opportunity to upload trailers, info,
etc.
Categories
Feature Film: 40 mins or longer (including
credits)
Short Film: 39 mins or shorter (including credits)
Animation: Any length cartoons, stop motion, 3D, etc.
Video Art / Music Video: Experimental video piece or music video
Prizes - More cash and prizes TBA!
1-Year Free NYFA Sponsorship for Next Film
Project
Prizes awarded for Best Feature, Best Short,
Best Animation and Audience Favorite. All accepted entrants will receive
two complimentary 3-Day All-Access Passes. More prize information to be
announced.
FESTIVAL
