Although the art of filmmaking is not competitive, The Motor City International Film Festival does give awards. The festival jury will present awards to films selected as best in these categories: Documentary, Animation, Foreign, Gospel, “Made In Detroit”, "Diva's in Filmmaking”, Music Video/ Soundtrack and Film Shorts Awards (45 min or less).

A complete entry form and an entry fee must accompany each film or video submitted. We accept works shot on 35mm, 16mm, HD or DV for screening, however entries must be submitted on DVD in either NTSC or PAL/SEACAM format. Foreign language work must be dubbed or subtitled in English. In addition to your entry, please enclose a written description or synopsis. We strongly encourage you to include at least on black and white photo still or digital image as well as any press kits, reviews, or publicity materials you might have.

Works-in-progress will be considered for the festival provided they will be completed no later than July 31st (Free until June 1, 2011). Works-in-progress (i.e. interlock, rough cuts) cannot be screened at the festival. Please send only one entry per DVD.

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