Rwanda Film Festival

About

The principal objective of the Rwanda Film Festival is to promote and encourage awareness, appreciation and understanding of the art of cinema in Rwanda. Our mandate is to present the most outstanding films produced in every part of the world. Films are selected on the basis of quality and originality. The Festival also promotes contacts between industry professionals to assist in the development of the Rwandan motion picture industry. Rwanda Film Festival also known us Hillywood has established itself as the country's most important cultural event, but also one of Africa's most prestigious festival. For 14 days, film lovers, filmmakers, industry professionals and media watch the best in new cinema from established masters and new talent both local and international.

Awards

8 categories that will be featured with attractive prices to be given to winning directors (2013):

• Women right,
• Visual media as a tool of development,
• Education for all,
• Cultural diversity,
• World exposure,
• Children rights,
• Youth focus,
• Human rights,
• East Africa Focus.

Rules

Films previously submitted to the Rwanda Film Festival will not be considered for the next edition.

The production of the film must have been completed within 24 months prior to the date of festival.

Documents and Other Requisite Items

• Fill out the entry form.
• Please send 2 DVDs or Online Link for Jury Selection purposes. Please include synopsis, director's bio-data and 2 DVDs

Selection Media Type: DVD, online screener link

Screening Media Type: DVD, Blu-Ray

Premiere Requirements

No premiere requirement