-Open to filmmakers of all nationalities and backgrounds.

Short films (under 40 minutes) are welcome.

-All genres, including fiction, documentary, animation, and experimental, are eligible.

-Films must have been completed after January 1, 2022.

 

-Submission Guidelines:

Submissions are accepted exclusively through our official submission platform, FilmFreeway.

-A completed entry form, along with a submission fee, must accompany each submission.

-Each entry must include a film synopsis, director’s biography, and a high-resolution film poster.

-Films must have English subtitles if the original language is not English or Korean.

 

-Premiere Requirements:

SIFF prioritizes films that are making their Korean premiere; however, this is not mandatory.

-Films that have been publicly screened in Korea before the festival dates are not eligible.

 

Screening Formats:

-Accepted films must be available in high-definition digital format (.mp4 or .mov).

-Films may be used for promotional purposes and online previews.

 

-Selection Process:

All submissions will be reviewed by an experienced jury panel.

-The selection committee’s decisions are final, and feedback cannot be provided.

-Selected films will be notified by email and must confirm participation promptly.

-Participation and Promotion:

Selected filmmakers agree to participate in online panels, Q&As, and promotional activities.

-SIFF reserves the right to use film excerpts, posters, and stills for promotional purposes.

 

-Awards and Recognition:

SIFF presents awards for Best Short, Best Documentary, Best Animation, more.

-The jury’s decision on awards is final.

 

-Rights and Responsibilities:

Filmmakers must ensure all necessary rights and permissions are secured for their films.

-SIFF is not responsible for any legal disputes regarding copyright or intellectual property.

 

-Withdrawal Policy:

Submission fees are non-refundable.

-Films may be withdrawn from consideration upon written request; however, no refunds will be issued.

 

-General Conditions:

SIFF reserves the right to modify these rules and regulations and its dates at any time without notice.

-Submission of a film constitutes acceptance of these rules.