Guidelines

This is a short film contest, so entries should run 2 to 30 minutes, including credits.

  • The three Soul Cravings: An Exploration of the Human Spirit concepts to use as a jumping-off point: Intimacy, Meaning, Destiny.
  • We are daring you to move us—that's why we welcome films that test the boundaries of comfort. But entries that exhibit gratuitously violent, sexual, or otherwise offensive content will not be accepted.
  • All genres and film types (e.g., documentary, animated film) are welcome, but the above rule still applies.
  • Please format DVDs to Region 1 and be sure to test them in a player before submitting. Label DVDs with the filmmaker's name, title of the film, and contact information in permanent marker. Please do not use adhesive stickers or labels.
  • We reserve the right to screen chosen entries on the day of the film festival. Once submitted, filmmakers will not have the option to withdraw their entries from the contest.
  • Currently, we accept payment by check or money order made out to "Mosaic LA" (please memo "Film Festival"). Payments are non-refundable and submissions will not be returned. Submission dates and entry fees are as follows:
    • Early Submission – June 1 to July 18
      $40 ($30 for WAB members)
    • Standard Submission – July 19 to September 19
      $50 ($40 for WAB members)
    • Late Submission – September 20 to October 3
      $60 ($50 for WAB members)
    • WAB Late Submission – October 4-9
      $55 for WAB members only
  • Submissions must be postmarked accordingly.
  • Entries will not be accepted after October 9. Sorry, no exceptions.
  • MOLAFF will take place on November 1, 2008.
  • Please print and fill out the form below, along with the appropriate entry fee, and mail to:

    Mosaic LA Film Festival
    c/o Shannon Black
    1539 E. Howard Street
    Pasadena, CA 91104

  • For further information and questions, please email FilmFestInfo@mosaic.org
  • Form PDF

    Disclaimer: MOLAFF will not be held liable for copyright infringements or distribution of chosen films.