Frequently Asked Questions(F.A.Q’s)

1. Why is the website displaying “sorry, what you are looking for is not here”after I click on the ‘submit’ button for the online registration?

A: There is an error there, please ignore it. Your entry is submitted as soon as you click on the submit button inspite of the statement.

2. What is the exact address where I need to send the entry?

A: The exact address is:

Mass Communication and Film Studies Department

St. Xavier’s College,

30, Mother Teresa Sarani (Park Street),

Kolkata 700016

3. What is the procedure for the registration?

A: First log on to www.sxcfilmstudies.com . You will find the online registration form. Please fill in the form completely and submit it after you have read the rules and regulations. All the details are available on our blog-site [ www.xaverianfilmacademy.blogspot.com ]. After that download the form and print it. Please fill in the form clearly in capital and bold letters. With it send the following:

1. 3 passport size photographs

2. A self attested photocopy of his/her identity card

3. 3 copies of the film DVD.

4. What should be the theme/subject of my film?

A: The film can be based on any theme/subject/story but must comply with the rules and regulations of the competition.

5. What are the acceptable formats?

A: Only DVD compatible format is acceptable. No other format is allowed.

6. Do I need to participate/qualify in order to attend the event?

A: No. One need not participate or qualify in order to attend the event. You need to register by contacting the following for the reservation of passes: 9903732803/ 9831240863

7. Is there any age limit for participation?

A: No, there is no age limit for participation.

8. When is the absolute last date of submission for entries and/or registering online

A: The final deadline for submission of the Film to us on a DVD is 18th February, 2010

All registrations must be completed online before and the date is inflexible from Program organizers as far as last date for submission of films are concerned

9. Do I have to subtitle the film, even if its in English?

A: ALL FILMS REGARDLESS OF THE LANGUAGE THEY ARE MADE IN MUST BE SUBTITLED IN ENGLISH. Any entry to the festival non-subtitled stands a possibility of cancellation as per the Judge's decision.

10. What the maximum number of entries that I can send?

A: The maximum number of entries is two – one in the Documentary section and one in the Short Fiction section. There cannot be two entries in the same section

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