2024 Pitch Competition
In our 10th Anniversary, REEL QUEER is proud to announce our first annual PITCH COMPETITION, where local filmmakers can briefly pitch a short film in front of a live audience with a chance to win a grand prize of $500 or an audience award of $250 to assist with the production. In addition, Reel Queer will feature the grand prize winner at a special screening during next year’s festival!
When: August 10th
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 PM
Location: Studio Theatre
Rules and Policies
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Reel Queer is dedicated to uplifting narratives that center the LGBTQ+ experience. While it is not a requirement that the filmmaker identify as LGBTQ+, all films pitched must focus on some element of the queer experience.
You may only pitch one idea. All pitches must be original ideas for a short film of 20 minutes or less. No adaptations are allowed unless you are the author of the original work. You may pitch an existing script or a work in progress, but you may not pitch a film that has already completed production. -
The Reel Queer Pitch Competition is open to filmmakers of all ages and levels of experience. Must be an Arkansas based filmmaker
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Once you fill out the questionnaire on this page, a panel of judges will review your submission. These judges will select a limited number of finalists who will be invited to pitch their project live at this year’s festival. If selected, you will present your pitch in front of a panel of judges and a live audience, who will determine the grand prize winner and audience award winner respectively.
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After you introduce yourself and the title of your project, pitches will be timed and limited to two minutes, when the participant must end the presentation. At this point, the judging panel may ask additional questions and/or offer feedback.
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No, unfortunately, we require that you pitch your own film.
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Yes, though each filmmaker is limited to participating in only one pitch. Partner must be a co-writer, director, or producer of the project.
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No. If you require special assistance please reach out and we will work to accommodate you.
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Yes, if selected as a finalist, you will receive a release form that must be signed to participate in the live competition.