In our quest for a vision we ask ourselves this: If we blended the continents into one entity, what would the ramifications be? If borders were porous, allowing through a free exchange of inspiration, culture, political and religious ideas—what would it look like? Sound like? Feel like? We are here to explore all cultures and hope to show what drives them or where their influence comes from. Opening on October 22, 2009, the second annual chashama Film Festival aims to give us a taste of this global village with its 2009 festival, themed “Festival of the Worlds.” By screening films that voice diverse opinions and present international views, we hope to move us one step further from disassociation in the direction of a unified whole. Our goal is to not only push boundaries, but to erase them. The Festival of the Worlds will provide a forum for global expression, a place for filmmakers and audience members to cultivate a better understanding of their brothers and sisters of different origins. It is a platform for a spectrum of political , sociological and philosophical ideologies presented in an environment designed to foster creative and intellectual expansion. Our goal is to explore both the differences and the similarities of the international community in order to become a more educated population, one that is more capable of avoiding negative historical cycles and more willing to push us into a sustainable future. At last year’s festival, we screened 54 films out of 200+ submissions and reached an audieznce of approximately 500. The festival spanned three days, and included films from Egypt, Switzerland, Greece and the United States. Directors flew in from around the globe to be a part of our festival, and we were honored to give out 15 Victor Awards, 2 of which were audience selections and the rest awarded by deliberation of a panel of 5 judges. Last year’s theme was “Films that other festivals are afraid to show.” This year we are expanding that theme to formalize the global component: films that the world need to see. We expect this year’s festival to reach an audience of over 1000 people in venues that embrace today’s global nature, including museums and international theaters. The festival is designed to cultivate a community of filmmakers who can share, network, and help to build each other’s visions. At chashama, we believe that the art of film and the existence of uncensored, non-corporate media outlets are vital to an informed, compassionate and understanding population. We aim to break away from mass-media caricatures and portrayals of lifestyles that are incongruous with reality or void of critical analysis. What we look for is real feeling, real questions, real ideas. As New Yorkers, we feel it is our responsibility to be on the cutting edge of social and political change and a model for progressive ideas, in this case using film is our medium. At this time of widespread economic and political instability, when the world is breathing for change, for unification and for peace, we know our action is essential. Our action is art. We hope that you will join us in realizing our vision. Sociology In a large area to explore our schedule will be dictated through mirages of these categories. Definition: Ethnocentrism- Judging other cultures by the standards of your own culture. 2. Types of Culture and Social Change 3. Socialization and Deviance 4. Interaction Groups and Organizations 5. Population, Ecology, and Urbanization Social Inequalities 6. Inequalities of Social Class 7. Inequalities of Race, Ethnicity, and Gender Social Institutions 8. Marriage and Family 9. Education 10. Religion 11. The Political Order 12. The Economy 13. Medicaine and Healthcare Working for change 14. Collective Social Action -Collective Behavior -Socail Movements -Collective Socail Action and Working for Change Critical thinking is an important part of why we are...... Philosophy Reality- 4 antinomies(Limitation of, pluarlity, causality, neccessity as a whole); the Cosmos Bodies- Universal laws of nature Personality- developing human capacities Knowledge- Analytic vs. Synthetic judgements; Knowledge and Faith Freedom- Freedom and Neccesity Morality- Moral training Society- The problem of a good society; types of government; War and Peace; Friendship Religion- The Theological idea Immortality- The prospect of a future life Fulfillment- Happiness; Moral Perfection Political Explorations -History of -People From -Current and Immediate situations -Filmmakers View -Justice System -World Goverments -Communisim -Socialism -Capitalism

CFiFN`s Sometime in October Film Festival is a three day event of films, music and fun. This year`s theme "Let us See Your Shorts"

Cette année encore le Festival Tous Courts d`Aix-en-Provence invite le public à découvrir, à travers les différentes programmations de films venus des 5 continents, un regard différent sur la vie et sur le cinéma.

Central topics : Human Rights and liberties Prizes : 5.000 € for the winner, 5.000 € dedicated by"Lichtpunt TV" (buying of a film of the programme)... etc. Also screenings for the Commissioning Editors of European TV`s and int`l agents.

Celebrating the art of film in the home of the Harlem Renaissance, the Harlem International Film Festival (HIFF) aims to give tribute, inspire, educate and entertain by bringing the world to Harlem and Harlem to the world.

Celebrating success stories of urban life set against a backdrop of impoverished beginnings and inner-city decay, we are looking for great films countering the preponderance of negative images of minorities that run rampant throughout all forms of media.

Celebrating indie film and video from Texas filmmakers and beyond. Spinfest screens winning contest entries, premiers indie films and offering workshops to educate filmmaking. Contest winners are screened by industry insiders. Cash prizes.

Celebrating artistic and cultural diversity, the CIFF draws support from the diplomatic community in Canberra to premiere films from many diverse countries. The CIFF aims to screen quality films which may not have a theatrical release

Celebrates the work of filmmakers in animations, commericals (first time this year), documentaries, short subjects, features and screenplays.

Celebrates the artistic potential of disposable video: short films made on non-professional devices such as cell phones, point and shoot cameras, webcams, computer screen capture software, and other readily available video capture devices.

Celebrates and supports films of yesterday, today and tomorrow through scholarship, education and screenings. Competition in foreign and domestic features, documentaries and shorts.

CCFF-LA embraces the people of Los Angeles in all of its extraordinary diversity through Visual Art. CCFFLA will accomplish this end by promoting cultural understanding, through film, the industry for which Los Angeles is the international epicenter

Category: Feature, Short, Documentary, Animation, Music Video.
Formats: Any-Video, Film, Digital.
Preview on VHS.

Category class "A" International Film Festival. Unique in Latin America. Includes differents sections with films from all over the world.

Categories: Motion Picture (Short), Motion Picture (Feature), Screenplay and Music Normal Deadline: September 15, 2006 Late Deadline: December 15, 2006 (postmark) Prize: $100 (best in each category) http://www.geocities.com/gammamotionpictures/

Ce festival sera l’occasion pour de jeunes cinéastes de faire connaître leur court-métrage ainsi que leur scenarii. Il permettra aussi de réunir le septième art et la nature afin de sensibiliser le public au développement durable.

Catagories: Full length feature films, Israeli full length feature films and childrens films. Held in the magnificent city of Eilat, Israel.

Cartes Flux-screening Digital Shorts The focus of the selection is on the innovative use of the digital technology converging the subject matter. Especially non-linear and philosophical approaches are encouraged. Ongoing submission

Caroline`s On Broadway has successfully reinvented its Funny Film Shorts Festival, an ongoing monthly competition of comedic short films and animation. The host of the show is comedian Demetri Martin, with special guest Kevin Meaney

Canyonlands Film Festival is about as far from Sundance as you can get. This small (but growing) showcase for independent films offers film aficionados a true small-town experience without sacrificing cutting-edge innovation.

Canadian fest celebrating b-movies, horror and sc-fi

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Premier International juried & judged Film Festival. Professional, Student, Amateur. Short, Feature, and Documentary. All Genre’s accepted. Awards and Distribution contracts offered to winners! Ongoing since 2000. iFilmAwards.com

CAMBOFEST: The world has once again taken an interest in Cambodia as a safe, fun, and unique cultural destination. Our aim is to contribute to the development of moviemaking in Cambodia by showcasing work by both international and regional filmmakers.

Call for Entry opens Oct 1st, 2008, closes Jan 15, 2009. $15,000 in prizes. Register on-line at http://kafi.kvcc.edu.

Call For Entries Deadline 7/15/2004 Preview on VHS. (NTSC only) Screening Formats: Beya SP, miniDV, DV, DVCam, DVD (NTSC ONLY). Entry Fee: $25 under 1 hour; $35 1 hour and over. Awards in various categories Awards Banquet ($20 prepaid) on Sunday.