Festival start: 14 September 2024
Festival end: 18 September 2024
In the 2024 edition of the Quibdó Africa Film Festival, we delve into a unique and vibrant space where Africa and its Diaspora converge. This festival is more than just a series of film screenings – it's a comprehensive cultural experience featuring workshops, conferences, and artistic exhibitions. It's an odyssey that traverses the realms of the unknown, journeying through time – from past to present and into the future. This event is not just about showcasing films; it's about exploring a space that embodies both memory and representation, a space that prompts us to reflect on our history and the myriad ways we have evolved.
The 2024 festival is set to be a grand assembly of avant-garde Afro filmmakers, representing a dynamic artistic and cultural movement that boldly reimagines new identities through the fusion of art and historical fantasy. These creators engage in a vibrant dialogue within this artistic whirlwind, challenging and redefining conventional narratives.
At the heart of our vision for 2024 is the concept of "afrodisruptive" cinema. This genre is meant to startle and challenge, to be potent, impactful, and unsettling. It aims to disrupt the tranquility of the status quo, upending and reinvigorating it. This revolutionary artistic concept spans 360 degrees, offering a critical reexamination and reinterpretation of African traditions and narratives.
In essence, the Quibdó Africa Film Festival 2024 is not just an event; it's a cultural revolution, a reawakening of perspectives, and a celebration of the relentless spirit of Afro cinema and artistry.
In the 2024 edition of the Quibdó Africa Film Festival, the Baobab tree stands as a profound symbol. It embodies an ancient wisdom, akin to a venerable elder who observes all, enduring through the vicissitudes of destiny and nature. In African culture, the baobab is a metaphor for strength, experience, and wisdom. Thus, it aptly represents the spirit of the Quibdó Africa Film Festival, signifying the deep-rooted connection between Africa and its diaspora. Beneath the Baobab, traditionally, sits the Griot, the storyteller, making it a symbol of spoken words and a pivotal element in communal life.
This symbolism of the Baobab emerged as we sought to articulate the spiritual bond between Africa and its diaspora. It represents the mysticism shared by Africans and Afro-descendants, the invisible thread of faith that erases boundaries and blends reality with fiction. For African and Afro-descendant filmmakers, the QAFF is more than a festival; it's a confluence where Quibdó beckons us to reflect on our collective memory and the legacy we wish to pass on.
Award Categories:
Baobab Grand Prize for Feature Film
Best Director Award
Special Jury Prize for Documentary
Experimental Grand Prize
Best Animation Film Award
Best Director of Photography Award
Best Screenplay Award
Best Soundtrack Award
Distribution Award for Best Short Film
Colombian Documentary Award
Audience Award for Colombian Short
The Arnaldo Palacios " The Stars are Black" Award would be a profound tribute to the legacy of the Colombian writer, focusing on films that illuminate Afro-Colombians. This award would recognize works that tell stories centered on Afro-Colombian experiences, highlighting the diversity and richness of this culture.
The award would prioritize social realism in film, seeking films that faithfully represent the living conditions of Afro-Colombians. It would be a celebration of human resilience and strength of character in the face of adversity.
Sections in Competition:
We invite filmmakers and producers globally to participate in these categories: Fiction, Documentary, Animation, Experimental, and other artistic and technical domains. The competition welcomes African descent filmmakers and those from other backgrounds who offer fresh perspectives on Africa. Short films can compete in the "Distribution Award" category, your short film should not currently have an international distributor or seller. Competition, showcasing thematic programs that highlight originality and style. Since 2020, a professional jury of actors, producers, directors, journalists, and more, has been awarding the prizes.
In addition to the prestigious Baobab Grand Prize for feature films, cash prizes will be awarded across various categories, celebrating the diverse and rich storytelling of Africa and its diaspora.
The candidate must carefully read all the rules
Attention! By submitting your film to the QAFF, you acknowledge that you have read and adhered to the following standards.
• QAFF accepts films and videos made by both filmmakers of African descent and non-African filmmakers (Filmmaker needn't live in Africa). Preferably, films should depict positive or realistic images.
• Films can be of any genre - drama, comedy, horror, adventure, animation, romance, science fiction, experimental, etc. QAFF accepts features and shorts; narratives and documentaries.
• The festival is here to help the general public to discover the creations arising from Africa and his Diaspora. To support the African film industry by facilitating the broadcasting.
• All submissions must have Spanish subtitles; We can assist you with the translation and srt. file by proposing solutions adapted to your budget.
• QAFF will accept submissions of works in progress. However, your submission must be sufficiently complete to allow our programs to follow the storyline and be able to make a decision. We will only accept one work-in-progress version of your film, so please make sure to make it your best shot. (If you expect your final version to be 90 minutes, a 45 minutes rough cut is probably not acceptable.)
IF MY FILM IS ACCEPTED, WHAT PROJECTION FORMAT WILL QAFF ACCEPT?
• QAFF host theatre is all-digital. The only accepted projection formats for Feature Films are DCP, online link. For Short Films, you will be asked to submit an online link.
• If there are any updates for projection formats, you will receive them with your acceptance notification.
• We will not take DVDs. DVDs are strongly discouraged because they are unreliable for public presentation due to skipping, stopping, and other playback defects.
• QAFF will not accept watermarked films for public display.
• Promotional materials of your film must be send by mail.
• Copies of the selected films are kept in the QAFF archives as “memory-copies” for our records.
• QAFF is a non-profit organization. We exist thanks to the donations received from all people. As a result, the QAFF can not host directors and other professionals that officially selected during their stay in Quibdó, but we can help those who desire to come and find a solution.
• The films are under the responsibility of QAFF as soon as they are received. QAFF covers the insurance fees. QAFF responsibility ended when the copies returned. In case of loss or deterioration during the festival, QAFF is only responsible for the value of the film copy.
• In case of a dispute, if no agreement has founded, only the Quibdó jurisdictional court is deemed competent to settle the dispute.
Features Films
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Feature films spanning from 60 to 120 minutes, crafted by either African or Afro-descendant directors. These films are designed to captivate audiences, challenge societal norms, and offer distinct perspectives on the world. They are masterpieces that leave an indelible mark, inspiring viewers to see the world through fresh and diverse lenses.
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Short Films of up to 40 minutes are welcomed from filmmakers of any background, covering any topic or individual imaginable. We encourage a wide array of genres, including experimental and animation, as well as other innovative stylistic approaches that challenge and expand the boundaries of conventional filmmaking. Eligible films must have been completed on or after December 31, 2022. For consideration in the Distribution Award category, your short film should not currently have an international distributor or seller. This is an opportunity to showcase groundbreaking short films and gain recognition in the global film community.
Features Documentary
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Documentary features eligible for the festival should have a runtime between 52 and 120 minutes. We are seeking documentaries made by African or Afro-descendant directors that engage and captivate audiences. These films should challenge societal norms and offer unique, insightful perspectives on the world. We're looking for masterpieces that not only leave a lasting impact but also inspire audiences to view the world through new and varied lenses. These documentaries should be powerful narratives that enrich understanding and bring to light untold stories.
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Short Documentaries for the festival must be under 52 minutes in length, showcasing exceptional technical skill and artistic vision. These films should feature expertly crafted visuals, sound, and storytelling. We are looking for films that bring fresh and innovative approaches to their subject matter, offering unique perspectives on the world.
Colombian Films
Short and Feature Films >7' 90'<
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In our film category, we invite entries of all genres, including documentaries, with a minimum runtime of 13 minutes. Eligible films should be directed by Colombian citizens, prominently feature Colombia as a major production country, or have a Colombian citizen or permanent resident as a credited producer or co-producer.
Animation Films
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The film must exhibit outstanding technical proficiency and artistic vision, characterized by meticulously crafted animation, visuals, sound, and storytelling. It should introduce a novel and inventive approach to its subject matter, offering a distinct perspective on the world.
The narrative of the film should be clear and compelling, skillfully conveying the subject matter in a way that captivates and engages the audience. Entertainment value is key, with the film ideally bringing humor and joy to its viewers.
Furthermore, the film should possess the ability to connect emotionally with audiences, creating a memorable and lasting impact. We're looking for a film that not only tells a story but also resonates deeply with its viewers, evoking feelings and thoughts that linger long after the credits roll.
Experimental Films
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In our Experimental Film category, we are seeking entries that push the boundaries of conventional filmmaking. Films under 26 minutes are expected to be innovative and avant-garde in nature, showcasing creativity and originality in both form and content.
The ideal submissions in this category will challenge traditional narrative structures and explore new methods of storytelling, cinematography, and editing. These films should offer unique perspectives and provoke thought, engaging the audience in ways that are unexpected and unconventional.
We encourage experimental filmmakers to submit works that are not only visually and conceptually bold but also communicate powerful messages or emotions. The goal is to feature films that leave a lasting impression on audiences through their inventive approach to filmmaking, contributing to the evolution of cinema as an art form.
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