Thank you for your interest in the MY HERO International Short Film Festival. You must read and agree to these terms to continue:

MY HERO will not accept films that promote hatred, violence, or intolerance. We strive to be an all-ages friendly site, so please keep that in mind when submitting a film for consideration. Work submitted to this film festival must celebrate a hero, explore concepts of heroism, or examine hero-related topics.

Acceptable film formats:
DV (mini DV, HDV, or DV Cam)
DVD or CD (Mpeg or QuickTime movie files only)Online submission (see the following pages for details)

No matter what submission method is chosen, you must complete the required entry and release/consent forms to submit with your film.

A panel of judges will review the films and award individuals or classes in each of the following categories:
Elementary School
Middle School
High School
College/Graduate School
Enthusiast
Professional

Awards will be given to all finalists. Winners will receive a prize.

All footage, video graphics/pictures, and audio (including sound bites, music, etc.) MUST be original, unless you have the express written consent of the original owner for use in your work. We will not knowingly accept a movie that contains uncleared material. Films should be less than 10 minutes in length.

Please know that selected works will be featured on the MY HERO web site throughout the year. Submitting your work gives MY HERO permission to screen the work on its website, with all authors credited appropriately. You also grant MY HERO permission and rights to publish selected screenshots from your work on the MY HERO Web site and in promotional materials. You also grant MY HERO non-exclusive rights to use your film in promotional and educational DVD's.

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Entry Form

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Age Level:

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Elementary School Middle School High School College/Graduate School Amateur Professional Please choose an age level.

 

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Additional Info:
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Ready to Submit Your Film (Mail-in)

To submit your film, please click the Submit Now button below.

If your film is selected as a finalist you MUST submit a hi-res version of your movie and a signed release form.
Prepare a native-resolution QuickTime file (.mov) burned onto a data disc. (Please DO NOT send an "auto-play DVD")
***Be sure to your disc with the producer, title, email, and submission ID.***

Please mail-in all neccessary releases and consent forms...
Download the Release Form
Download the Parental Consent Form (if one of your actors is under the age of 18.)

Regular Deadline:
August 1st, 2011. Submission fee $25.
Final Deadline:
September 1st, 2011. Submission fee $35.

If you need a fee waiver due to financial hardship, please write us at media@myheroproject.org to explain and we will do our best to resolve the issue.
You can mail your material to...
The MY HERO Film Festival
1278 Glenneyre #286
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 U.S.A.

For additional INFORMATION contact: media@myheroproject.org

Ready to Submit Your Film

To submit your film, please click the Submit Now button below.
If your film is selected as a finalist you MUST submit a hi-res version of your movie and a signed release form.

Please mail-in all neccessary releases and consent forms...
Download the Release Form
Download the Parental Consent Form (if one of your actors is under the age of 18.)

Regular Deadline:
August 1st, 2011. Submission fee $25.
Final Deadline:
September 1st, 2011. Submission fee $35.

If you need a fee waiver due to financial hardship, please write us at media@myheroproject.org to explain and we will do our best to resolve the issue.
You can mail your material to...

The MY HERO Film Festival
1278 Glenneyre #286
Laguna Beach, CA 92651 U.S.A.

For additional INFORMATION contact: media@myheroproject.org