Entries are open for the 15th edition of the Tribeca Film Festival (TFF) which runs April 13– April 24 2016 in New York City.
Submissions are invited for narrative and documentary features, short films and exhibits in interactive storytelling.
TFF continues to encourage women filmmakers through the Nora Ephron Prize. For the third year, the $25,000 award will recognize a female filmmaker whose work embodies the spirit and vision of the legendary filmmaker and writer Nora Ephron.
For the past 14 years, TFF has provided a platform for original storytelling, creative expression, and immersive entertainment. The Festival supports and celebrates both American independent voices and established directors from around the world, and hosts screenings of feature and short length films, curated conversations, and master classes for industry and the cultural community.
The 2016 Festival will continue to explore the intersection of storytelling and technology with a variety of programming, including the fourth annual Storyscapes program — a juried showcase of interactive storytelling, VR showcases, TFI Interactive, and more.
Deadlines to submit US and international films for the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival are as follows:
• September 14, 2015: Submissions open for feature films, short films, interactive storytelling projects
• October 16, 2015: Early deadline for feature films and short films
• November 25, 2015: Official entry deadline for feature films, short films, interactive storytelling projects
• December 23, 2015 – Late entry deadline for feature length world-premiere films only
Complete information regarding eligibility and rules and regulations for the 2016 Tribeca Film Festival will be available at www.tribecafilm.com/festival Questions regarding submissions may be directed to entries@tribecafilmfestival.org or by calling 212-941.2305.
The Tribeca Film Festival helps filmmakers reach the broadest possible audience, enabling the international film community and general public to experience the power of cinema. It is well known for being a diverse international film festival that supports emerging and established directors.
Founded by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal and Craig Hatkoff in 2001 following the attacks on the World Trade Center, to spur the economic and cultural revitalization of the lower Manhattan district through an annual celebration of film, music and culture, the Festival brings the industry and community together around storytelling.
The Tribeca Film Festival has screened more than 1,600 films from more than 80 countries since its first edition in 2002. Since inception, it has attracted an international audience of more than 5.4 million attendees.