Our independent film festival accepts submissions of short films produced in Brazil and/or in any other country as long as the project contains at least one Brazilian cast or crew member.
The NYBRFF is dedicated to celebrating the art of Brazilian cinematography whilst also offering an international platform to promote the image of Brazil abroad in one of the most important cities of the art world. Our objective is to encourage community involvement, bring Brazilian productions to the widest possible audience, and increase the reach of Brazilian films in the international market thus providing incentives. NYBRFF will live-screen short and feature films in New York City to a very diverse audience and special guests. We would be honored to select and screen your independent production!
Rules & Terms
- The NYBRFF will only accept short films produced in Brazil and/or in any other country as long as the project contains at least one Brazilian cast or crew member.
- Short films must not exceed 30 minutes in length, including credits.
- Any short film that is not in English must have English subtitles.
- The NYBRFF admits any type/genre of film including narrative fiction, nonfiction, documentary, experimental film, animation or any other short-form film.
- Short films have no premiere requirements or prior screening restrictions.
- Rough cuts and works-in-progress are eligible for submission if the completed film will be ready by June 4th, 2023. Please label the screener ‘Rough Cut’ and specify what is missing in a Cover Letter after your submission.
- Films must have been released on or after January 1, 2019.
- Filmmakers are welcome to attend the festival but NYBRFF will not provide any travel expenses.
- Selected films will not receive any funds from the box office which are fully retained by the festival to help cover the overall cost of the festival.
- In order to submit a film, you must own the rights or have written and signed permission from the owner.
- The filmmaker authorizes the use of the film’s image in promotional material shared on our website and social networks indefinitely.
- By submitting your film you agree and grant us permission that upon selection, your film will be screened at the Tribeca Film Center throughout the event dates listed.
- All fees are non-refundable.
Short film submissions and participation in the NYBRFF, imply understanding and acceptance of the above regulations.
If in doubt about any of the information above, please contact submissions@nybrff.com.
