Alaska International Film Festival
The Alaska International Film Festival is Alaska's leading independent film competition and recognition platform. The aim of the competition is to recognize the best and brightest new work in international cinema and highlight Alaska's important role in the international film community.
Each year, awards are presented to independent filmmakers from around the globe who produce original and compelling films and screenplays in several competition categories. The Alaska International Film Festival awards innovative and diverse films that connect independent filmmakers' vision and the artistic process to the emerging global arts community.
The Alaska International Film Festival recognizes filmmakers who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity and is responsible for honoring and celebrating new and undiscovered talent worldwide.
The Alaska International Film Festival receives entries from all over the world including Australia, Belgium, Canada, Columbia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Paraguay, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Singapore, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, United Kingdom and the United States.
Awards are presented each year in several categories including three main recognition levels: the Kodiak Award, the Denali Award, and the Northern Lights Emerging Talent Award. Awards are presented to less than 15% of total applicants and only to those films that demonstrate a superior level of craftsmanship and quality. In addition, Best of Category awards are presented in each main competitive category and Special Jury Awards are presented to filmmakers who make significant contributions to social change, environmental awareness, and humanitarian causes.
Important Dates:
Festival Begins: 07/15/2010
Festival Ends: 07/15/2010
Submission Deadline: 05/15/2010
Address:
3705 Arctic Blvd, Suite 2329
Anchorage, Alaska 99503
United States
Phone: 270-675-0451
Fax: 270-675-0451
Contact Person: Michael Zargari