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Can I reuse text, images or logos from the Festival website?

Can I reuse text, images or logos from the Festival website?

You may view or print website content for personal, non-commercial use. Copying, modifying, reproducing or distributing Festival content requires written permission unless a separate policy or written agreement expressly allows the intended use. Festival logos require written permission. Official laurels are treated differently and may only be used by films that have received the corresponding […]

Do I keep the copyright in my film?

Do I keep the copyright in my film?

Yes. All intellectual-property rights remain with the submitting party. Submission does not transfer ownership of the film to the Festival. You grant the Festival a limited, non-exclusive, royalty-free worldwide licence to screen the film as part of the Festival and associated events and to use approved promotional materials for Festival promotion, documentation and archives.

What rights and permissions must I hold before submitting?

What rights and permissions must I hold before submitting?

You must hold all rights, permissions, licences and consents needed to submit and screen the film. This includes copyright, music, archive footage, artwork, performances and likeness rights. For a music video, you must have permission from the relevant music rights holders and performing artists. The Festival may request proof. A film containing unauthorised material may […]