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You've waited long enough! Albany FilmFest's eclectic mix of short films and really short films is coming to primetime. We're opening our doors to experienced and first-time filmmakers of all ages throughout California in a juried competition for the glory of art, self-expression, and cash prizes.
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Albany FilmFest will showcase the drama, irreverence, and crazy humor of submitted films on the big screen in one blow-out day-to-night party at the Albany Community Center. We'll prolong your less than 40 minutes of fame by showing the films on Albany's own cable channel KALB TV-33 for at least a month, as well as streaming them on our website on demand.
And yes, there will be popcorn.
What is it again? Albany FilmFest is a juried festival of short films of all genres. Selected films will be screened and winners presented with awards and prizes at a hosted premier event at the Albany Community Center. Enjoy films, food and drink, music, a jovial host, a raffle—and the right to say you were there for year one.
What are the categories?
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- Short Films: If your film is 40 minutes or less, it's short enough for us.
- Animation
- Everything Albany: If your film centers on Albany people, places, or things, this is its category.
- Tiny Movie: Go short—three minutes or less! Cell phone videos and Flip videos welcome.
Youth—age 17 and younger—can enter in any category. You will be judged against your peers (unless you tell us otherwise).
When is it? May 21, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Come and go all day for $5 (adults) and $1 (kids). Cheap!
Where is it?
What's the deadline for entries? Submit your entry by April 15. Download the form to the right.
How much does it cost to enter a film? $20 for adults, $5 for youth, no charge for filmmakers under 5.
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If you have questions or would like more information regarding the 2011 Albany FilmFest, write Jeremy Allen at JeAllen@albanyca.org.
This originally appeared on the city of Albany website.
