Submissions for 2020 PTFF
are now closed.
Download your PTFF Film Entry Form here:
>> Download Picture this...film festival Film Entry Form
This is not an on-line application.
Make sure you save the form to your computer or print a copy.
>> Download Video File Uploading Instructions
What do we want?
Films that are about disability culture.
and/or
Films on any subject that were produced, directed and/or written by people with disabilities.
Film Submission Format:
All films must be submitted as a video file and uploaded to PTFF.
Fast Facts:
- Deadline: Octber 30 (postmark date).
- There is NO entry fee.
- Fill out a separate Entry Form (Parts 1 & 2) for each film submitted.
- Refer to “Video File Uploading Instructions” for further information.
- YOU CANNOT WITHDRAW YOUR FILM after submitting your Film Entry Form and your film to PTFF.
- Entry eligibility and final category placement are at the sole discretion of the festival director and/or the festival jury.
- Films may be any length.
- Films must be in English, dubbed in English or sub-titled in English.
- National and international films are welcome.
- Films are accepted in the following categories: animation, documentary, drama, education, performance.
Why do we do it?
Media festivals are usually "good time" events. We want everyone to participate in this event and feel they have been entertained, learned something new or have a greater understanding of disability. We also want to connect with other communities around the world making it possible to gain a global understanding of what's happening with disability culture. Film is a wonderful way to do this.
How can I contact you?
Please click here to view our contact page.
Why should I enter my film/video in your festival?
Picture this...film festival is both a competitive and exhibition festival. So, you may enter your film to compete for an award and your work becomes available to a wider audience. Films are selected to be screened during the annual festival in February or March, then Picture this...on the road takes different selections of films to other places.
How do you make my work available to a wider audience?
In three ways:
1. All award winners and honourable mentions are automatically screened during the main festival in Calgary, as well as many entries that have not won awards. Also, all entries are available to be screened in our Picture this...on the road series of mini-festivals and themed programs.
2. Your entry is available in the Picture this...private screening booth, which means anyone attending the festival can watch your film during festival hours. This is great for people who missed the original screening or want to see a film again. It is also a great way to see a film that was entered into the festival but is not included in the festival line-up.
3. Picture this... on the road goes beyond Calgary to audiences that are not able to attend the main festival in Calgary. This includes venues in Alberta, other parts of Canada and around the world.