The 2009 Indonesian Film Festival is running a short film competition for those who have a passion in the film-making industry, or simply for you who want to articulate and unleash your talents creativity. This annual competition is an opportunity to exhibit your own creation to the international audiences. This year, we have three judges, including Indonesia's prominent director, Gotot Prakosa, together with Marianne Rumantir-Fitradi and Farah Azalea. Winning films will be screened in front of enthusiastic audiences in Melbourne and beyond! Have a Taste of Fame!
1. Who can enter the competition?
This competition is open for all Indonesian filmmakers, regardless of background or level of filmmaking experience.
2. How do I enter the competition?
Download the entry form 
from the festival’s website, fill in the details and sign the form. Send the required documents and DVDs of your film to 205/313 Waverley Road, Malvern East VIC 3145 before 3 July 2009.
3. Is there an entry fee?
No.
4. Can I submit animated films or documentaries?
Yes.
5. Can I submit my film if it has been screened somewhere else?
Yes, as long as the screenings did not charge admission or was for profit. This includes television.
6. Can I submit my film if it has been screened at other festivals?
Yes. Films that have been submitted to previous IFF Short Film Competition, whether it did or did not win, are not eligible, however.
7. Can I submit more than one film?
Yes, but each film must be submitted with separate entry forms.
8. Do I need to clear the rights for the music I have used?
Yes.
9. Can my film be in a language other than English?
Yes, but your film must include English-language subtitles.
10. Can I compete if I do not live in Australia?
Yes. The Indonesian Film Festival will be held in Melbourne, Australia, but the Short Film Competition is open for all Indonesian filmmakers around the world. Note that if your film is selected, we hope that you will attend the festival.
11. In the Terms & Conditions it is said that, “If the Film is Selected, the Filmmaker grants a licence for IFF to screen the Film at other non-profit events or venues as a part of the competition’s prize.” What does that mean?
One of the goals of the competition is to give Indonesian independent films a wider exposure. Therefore, as a part of the competition’s prize, we will try to screen selected films at other venues and events. This licence will enable us to do just that. We will not take any profit from any of these screenings. The agreement for screenings that will generate income will be discussed further with the filmmaker.
For more information, please contact:
Randi Nizar Phone: +61 424 757 536
Email: competition@indonesianfilmfestival.com.au
