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Filmmakers now have until April 30 to make their submissions for the Black River Film Festival, which is set to take center stage from June 27-28, at Cloggy’s on the beach in Black River, St. Elizabeth.
The festival will feature a diverse range of categories, including narrative films, documentaries, experimental works, and animated productions, and the organisers are calling on filmmakers of all experience levels to submit their work.
This second staging of the festival will feature a co-production and distribution forum, and panel discussions featuring Netflix series producers, international co-producers, film distributors, and film lawyers.
“With a commitment to amplifying Caribbean voices and stories, this year’s event promises to be an extraordinary showcase of talent and creativity,” the organisers said in a press release.
According to the guidelines, filmmakers can submit original content ranging from five to 20 minutes in genres, such as drama, thriller, fantasy, animation, documentary, and more. All films must be in HD with clear audio and visuals, and non-English films must include English subtitles. Participants, including filmmakers, actors, and crew, must be 18 or older.
To submit, filmmakers can upload their films via the festival’s website.
The Black River Film Festival was created with a vision to nurture emerging filmmakers and ignite creativity in the heart of rural Jamaica.
Positioned as a ground-breaking platform on the south coast, the festival stands apart from traditional cultural events, choosing to focus on an area historically under-represented in the cultural landscape, in contrast to the bustling capital.
The festival brings together undiscovered local talent and international industry leaders, including casting directors, producers, and other professionals. It offers invaluable opportunities for growth, collaboration, and exposure, while highlighting the rich creative potential flourishing in the often overlooked corners of Jamaica.
The Black River Youth Film Festival, which concluded on February 21, was a celebration of young Caribbean storytellers, highlighting innovative short films from aspiring directors, writers, and producers. The festival served as a stepping stone for many young creatives, equipping them with the skills, exposure, and mentorship needed to propel their cinematic journeys forward.
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