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"Hey Christopher, just wanted to say thanks again for hosting "Stuck",

last night at Indie Movie Night. I've screened the film for a lot of different audiences, but I've never had an audience as engaged as last night.

I really had a wonderful time. Thanks so much for your generosity in making this happen for myself and all the other filmmakers you host.

Really appreciate your hard work on this!"

- Director/Producer Grady Fiorio

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Exclusively for Directors, Producers and Writers!

Submissions now open for you to submit your
independent movie, short film, web series or trailer
for showcasing at the
Hang On to the Dream Theatre
in Hollywood, CA during
"Indie Movie Night"!

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1625 N. Las Palmas, Hollywood, CA 90028

Let your movie be seen in the heart of Hollywood! 

This is not a "pay-to-play" opportunity,
you will be paid for your film to show in the theatre!
 
This opportunity is to help independent filmmakers
get more exposure for their outstanding talent.
Sponsored by Hang On To The Dream Foundation

Submission Tips & Guidelines:

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- Submissions must be HD, broadcast-quality

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- Submissions must be shot in landscape (horizontal) mode. 

No vertically shot movies will be accepted. 

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- Your submission should be as family-friendly as possible, "R" rated at the most. 

No nudity! No excessive use of "major" 4-letter words

(you know what the "major" ones are). 

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- Because there is a "Q&A" for the audience to chat with the cast and crew members, special booking priority is given to filmmakers from the Los Angeles area,

or to cast/crew who will be in the LA area. 

If you are not located in the Los Angeles area, no problem.  You don't have to be from LA to have your film shown, you can live anywhere in the world. 

Just be prepared to make yourself available via Zoom at 7pm PT

(which is 3am if you live in London!).

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NOTE: 
If you plan on submitting your independent film to a film festival,
be sure to check the festival's submission requirements
before showcasing your film in theatres, on television, or anywhere.
Some festivals only accept film submissions that have never been shown or broadcast anywhere else prior to their festival. 

This form is ONLY for filmmakers. 
If you are a director, producer or writer, 
and you'd like to submit your movie or trailer for showcase consideration,
just complete the form below! 

"Indie Movie Night"
Submission Form
This is a:
Type of film
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Based upon the ratings chart above, what rating is your movie:

What is your film about?

Do you own the rights to this production, or have legal permission from the owner and everyone associated with the making of this production, to submit this film for public showing?

Link to Video

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As a way for us to preview your submission, please provide a link for us to see your video submission (You Tube or Vimeo link only):

Has this film been featured in any film festivals?
Do you plan on entering this film in any film festivals in the future?
Are there any "4-letter" words in your submission?

If yes, which "4-letter" words?

What are your social media links?

How many of your fans do you think will come to see your film at this event?

Tell us a bit about yourself and about this production (i.e. some of your achievements as a filmmaker, any interesting "behind-the-scenes" stories about the making of this film, etc.)

How did you hear about this opportunity?

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                                                                           TERMS OF USE

                                                                   “Indie Movie Night"
 

By clicking on the "Submit" button below, I confirm that I am 18 years of age or older, and that I am granting permission for my film to be played at the Hang On to the Dream Theatre (hereafter referred to as HOTTD Theatre) during “Independent Movie Night” aka "Indie Movie Night".  I agree and confirm that the film that I am submitting for showing is an original work created by me and/or I have the legal right, or permission from the owner of this film, to enter into this agreement and make this submission on their behalf.  I agree that I am submitting this film for showing with the expectation of receiving a portion of all ticket revenue from tickets sold for this event, to be split among all of the filmmakers whose films were shown during the event. I also understand that Hang On to the Dream Foundation (hereafter referred to as HOTTDF) is a non-profit organization and that ’m not entitled to any portion of donations that may be made to the HOTTDF during “Independent Movie Night” or as a direct or indirect result of my film showing. By submitting this film for showing, and by clicking on the "Submit" button below, I agree to permit my production, image, voice, creative concept, and all of the contents of this film, to be played in the HOTTD Theatre.  I also understand that portions of my film may be used to promote my film’s showing at the HOTTD Theatre.  I confirm that I am the owner of this film, or have the legal right to enter into this agreement and submit the film that I am submitting.  Further, it is understood that my film submission may be seen by people from around the world and, therefore, may be seen by millions of people.  As a result of that fact, I understand that I need to exercise extreme caution if anyone contacts me with an interest in hiring me as a result of them seeing my film.  I understand that Independent Movie Channel, Hang On To The Dream Foundation, and any of its supporters, staff, directors, etc. are not responsible for any harm, personally or professionally, that may happen to me as a result of my film submission.  I understand that the submission of my film does not automatically guarantee inclusion or acceptance of my film being showcased at the HOTTD Theatre. I also understand that I retain 100% ownership of my film at all times and can request my film to be removed from showing for any reason at any time.  I understand this opportunity is to help promote my skills and talents, and that Hang On To The Dream Foundation takes pride in selecting and broadcasting films based, solely, on the merit and talent of the artist(s) submitting them.  Thus, it is understood that all films must meet certain professional broadcasting criteria and Hang On To The Dream Foundation reserves the right to remove, or refuse to show, any film for any reason at any time.  

 

I confirm my agreement with the Terms of Use by placing my electronic signature in the box below:

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Thanks for submitting! Someone will be in touch with you soon!

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