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Deadline
12 Jul 2021


Published: 02 Jan 2021
 Has submission fees
Short films


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Fugitif Short Film Festival

Avignon, France



- INTRODUCTION -


The Fugitif Short Film Festival is an international festival of competitive short films. This event, thanks to a high-level selection, responds to a desire to offer a quality artistic and cultural experience. Since 2021, this event has been taking place at the renowned cinema Utopia, in the heart of Avignon.

The festival explores three themes - The Night, The Light and LGBTQIA+ - and includes all cinematic styles: fiction, live action, animation, documentary, experimental and more.

Information on the event's sponsors will be published soon. Thank you to all those who support and collaborate with Le Fugitif.


- PUBLIC SCREENINGS -

The projection takes place at the Utopia cinema and will be inaugurated by a concert.

There will be meetings between filmmakers and film student to encourage exchange and help weave the cultural fabric of the audiovisual sector.

A jury of professional artists will be present at the projection to determine the winner of the Fugitif Award. The public will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite short film, which will serve as the Fugitif Public Awards.


- PROGRAMME -

Registration opening - 01 November 2023

Early deadline - 15 January 2024

Regular deadline - 01 May 2024

Late deadline / Registration closing - 01 June 2024

Selected films announcement - 01 October 2024

Public / Jury screening - 13 December 2024









-THEME -

A dedicated student theme with reduced rates is available for those interested in registering. Proof of student status must be sent by e-mail to benefit from the reduced registration fee. For more information, please contact us.


- 2023 THEME #1: THE NIGHT -

1. The theme THE NIGHT can be approached literally and/or metaphorically. It can be a detail or a main element of the film.

2. Duration: 2 to 25 minutes.

3. All styles and genres are accepted: live-action, animation, fiction, documentary, comedy, horror, etc.

4. The date of creation is not restrictive.


- 2023 THEME #2: THE LIGHT -

1. The theme of THE LIGHT can be explored in a concrete and/or symbolic way, whether it is a simple detail or a central element of the cinematographic plot.

2. Duration: 2 to 25 minutes.

3. All styles and genres are accepted: live-action, animation, fiction, documentary, comedy, horror, etc.

4. The date of creation is not restrictive.


- 2023 THEME #3: LGBTQIA+ -

1. The LGBTQIA+ theme is an opportunity to discover and highlight the great variety, abundance and exceptional creativity of LGBTQIA+ cinema.

2. Duration: 2 to 25 minutes.

3. All styles and genres are accepted: live-action, animation, fiction, documentary, comedy, horror, etc.

4. The date of creation is not restrictive.




- 2023 THEME #4 STUDENT FILMS -

1. The STUDENT FILMS theme highlights the diversity and creativity of cinema students and reveals the talents of the future.

2. Duration: 2 to 25 minutes.

3. All styles and genres accepted: live action, animation, drama, documentary, comedy, horror, etc.

4. The date of creation is not restrictive.


- REGISTRATION FEES -

Early-bird: 15€
Regular deadline fee: 20€
Late deadline: 25€

Proof of student status must be sent by e-mail to obtain the reduced registration fee:
In the case of cancellation or disqualification for failure to comply with the imposed regulations, entry fees are non-refundable.


- SPONSORS -

- Utopia: an exceptional cinema in the heart of Avignon
- Domaine de Montine: prestigious wine cellar in the Rhône-Alpes region
- Soundivine: manufacturer of high-end bluetooth speakers


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