All dialogue or narration must be in English or sub-titled in English. There are no restrictions on length. Multiple entries may be included on the same tape, but separate entry forms and fees must be submitted for each entry. The Festival reserves the right to re-categorize entries if necessary. All entrants will be notified by August 15, 2001.
Prizes are products and services provided by sponsors.
Approximately thirty finalists in the four categories will be selected. First prize winners will be invited to present their work in an Emerging Filmmakers showcase by Kodak at the Cannes Film Festival 2002. All finalists must submit an exhibition copy of the entry by July 30, 2001. The festival's World Premiere will be held in October, 2001. In previous years, the festival has screened across the United States and at international venues including Australia, Canada, Colombia, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Portugal, Japan and Uruguay.