Rules and Terms
If you want to submit to the festival, please be aware of the following rules
All films submitted must be in English or have English subtitles. If there are words in another language, those must have subtitles.
Films must have been completed by June of 2022.
All films must be under 40 minutes.
If you are a student, you need to show proof you are a student if selected. If you are a filmmaker who went to school in New York State or grew up in New York State, you'll need to show proof if selected.
Entry fees are non-refundable
Does not have to be a premiere to screen at SNYFF
No excessive praise for a religion or tone films/music videos
Categories
Narrative Films
Documentary Films
Animation Films
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Deadlines
Opening Date: August 2nd 2023
Early Deadline: October 31st 2023
Regular Deadline: December 31st 2023
Late Deadline: February 29th 2024
Notification Date: April 30th 2024
Event Date: June 10-16
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