Rules & Terms

1. Eligibility

   • The Olot International Film Festival accepts films of all languages and from all years of production.

   • Films not in Spanish or English must include subtitles in either Spanish or English.

2. Short Films

   • Maximum running time: 30 minutes, including credits.

   • All genres and formats are accepted.

3. Screenplays

   • Short Scripts: up to 30 pages.

   • Feature Scripts: up to 180 pages.

   • Scripts must be submitted in PDF format.

4. General Conditions

   • By submitting, applicants confirm they hold the rights to the work and authorize the festival to screen it if selected.

   • Submission fees are non-refundable.

   • The festival reserves the right to use excerpts, stills, and promotional materials from selected works for marketing and press purposes.

5. Selection & Awards

   • All submissions will be reviewed by the festival’s selection committee.

   • Selected works will be notified via email.

   • Awards and recognitions will be announced at the closing ceremony of the festival.

6. Promotion

   • As part of our mission to give creators greater visibility, the festival will promote selected projects through our official Instagram account.

   • By submitting, you grant us permission to publish your film’s synopsis and poster for promotional purposes on social media.

7. Acceptance of Rules

   • By submitting your work to the Olot International Film Festival, you agree to fully accept and comply with these Rules & Terms.