Festival Inédit: Une Année En Une Soirée’/ The Inédit Festival: A Year In One Evening (14)

Festival start: 25 November 2026      Festival end: 25 November 2026

"The Inédit Festival: A Year in One Evening" invites you to tell the story of the seasons through cinema. The concept is simple: four seasons, an emotional journey through an entire year.

We are looking for films that explore, either literally or symbolically, the spirit of spring, summer, autumn, or winter. The seasons may represent emotions, transformations, memories, encounters, or new beginnings.

The winner of the festival’s Main Prize will receive a trophy.

A cash prize may also be awarded if the festival secures additional partners and sponsors.

FESTIVAL RULES & REGULATIONS

1. Eligibility

* The festival is open to filmmakers from all over the world.

* We accept short films of all genres and formats, including fiction, documentary, animation, experimental and hybrid films.

* Films must explore the festival theme of "the seasons" — literally, symbolically, emotionally or metaphorically.

* Films must be completed works at the time of submission.

* There is "no premiere requirement". Films that have previously been screened at other festivals are eligible.


2. Runtime

* Films must have a maximum running time of 20 minutes, including credits.


3. Language & Subtitles

* Films may be in any language.

* All submitted films must have English; French/Dutch subtitles.

* Subtitles should be properly synchronized and readable.

* Subtitles may be provided as a separate .srt file.


4. Submission

* All submissions must be made through Festhome.

* Each film must be submitted with a working online screener.

* The filmmaker is responsible for ensuring that the submitted film and all accompanying materials are accessible and functional.

* Submitting is free.

* Submitting a film does not guarantee selection.


5. Screening Format

* Selected filmmakers will be asked to provide a screening copy of their film before the festival.

* The preferred screening format is MP4 (H.264).

* Full HD (1920×1080) is recommended.

* DCP is not required.

* The original frame rate of the film should be maintained whenever possible.

* The festival may contact selected filmmakers if a different format is required for technical reasons.


6. Rights & Responsibility

* By submitting a film, the filmmaker confirms that they have the necessary rights and permissions to submit the film to the festival.

* The filmmaker is responsible for obtaining all necessary rights for music, images, footage, performances and other copyrighted materials used in the film.

* The festival is not responsible for any copyright or ownership disputes concerning submitted films.


7. Selection

* All submitted films will be reviewed by the festival selection team.

* The festival reserves the right to select films at its discretion.

* Not all submitted films will be selected for the official programme.

* Selection decisions are final and the festival is not required to provide individual feedback.


8. Screening Rights & Promotion

* Selected films may be screened as part of the official festival programme.

* The festival reserves the right to determine the screening schedule and format.

* By submitting a film, the filmmaker grants the festival a non-exclusive right to screen the film during the festival.

* The festival may use the film's title, poster, stills, trailer and short excerpts for festival-related promotional purposes.

* The festival will not use the full film for promotional purposes without the filmmaker's permission.


9. Awards

* The festival will award a **Main Prize** to one selected film.

* The winner will receive a festival trophy.

* A cash prize may also be awarded if the festival secures additional partners or sponsors.

* The festival may also award special mentions or additional prizes at its discretion.


By submitting a film to the "The Inédit Festival: A Year in One Evening", the filmmaker confirms that they have read, understood and accepted these rules and regulations.