Introduction to the film festival
The First Day First Show film festival is a highly anticipated event, setting the tone for the entire celebration of cinema. This moment is filled with the energy of anticipation, as the audience is eager to experience fresh stories, innovative storytelling techniques, and the creative brilliance of filmmakers from around the world. It is not just the beginning of a festival; it's a symbolic kickoff to a journey that connects people through the shared love of film.
Awards
Awards:
Best Film
Best Animation
Best Documentary
Best Music Video
Best Director
Best Cinematography
Best Editing
Best Actor
Best Actress
Best Music
Incredible Festival Mention Certificate
Incredible Jury Mention Certificate
Advantages to Filmmakers
Networking
Social Media Promotion
Promotional Videos & Articles
Film Market
Certificate for all submitted films
Winners will get certificate & trophy
Award Ceremony
Rules
Submission
File Type: MP4 or .MOV
Submission: Crew & Cast list, Poster, Synopsis, Movie dowload link via Google Drive / We-transfer at .
Subtitles: If the film is in a language other than English, subtitles must require in English.
Rights and Permissions
Rights to the Film: The filmmaker must hold the necessary rights to the content in the film, including music, visuals, and any other intellectual property.
Screening Rights: By submitting, filmmakers grant the festival permission to screen their film as part of the festival.
Promotional Use: The festival often reserves the right to use clips, trailers, and promotional materials from the film for marketing the festival.
Selection & Judging Process
Selection Method: Films will be evaluated based on artistic, technical, and thematic merits. The festival’s decisions regarding film acceptance and awards are final, and can’t be challenged.
Notification:
The officially selected films will be notified by the festival via email on 31 May 2025.
Result will be announced in advance on 05 June 2025.
Screenings, Result, Ceremony & award dispatch:
· The films screnning & ceremony will be held in Bangalore on 15 June 2025.
· The delegate registration in order to attend the festival in Bangalore will start in last week of May-25. Day hospitality charges are applicable for filmmakers & attendees which covers buffet lunch & Tea/ Coffee/ Snacks during the day.
· The festival does not take any type financial commitment for the expense incurred on the correspondence by the participant. All Travel, Lodging & Boarding and other miscellaneous expenses will have to be borne by the participant himself for attending the festival. No request for the same will be entertained.
· The actual postal charges are applicable for the delivery of certificates/trophy/awards.
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Authorization type
Authorization Letter
Duration (several sessions)
Film Festival Features
Dates & Deadlines
2025-05-06
Submission start time
2025-05-12
Earlybird Deadline
2025-05-16
Regular Deadline
2025-05-21
Late Deadline
2025-05-28
Extended Deadline
2025-05-28
Submission end time
2025-05-31
Finalist notification start time
2025-05-31
Finalist notification end time
2025-06-15
Award ceremony start time
2025-06-15
Award ceremony end time
Categories and fees
2025/05/12
Earlybird Deadline
Standard: 20 Dollar
Student： 15 Dollar
2025/05/16
Regular Deadline
Standard: 25 Dollar
Student： 20 Dollar
2025/05/21
Late Deadline
Standard: 30 Dollar
Student： 25 Dollar
2025/05/28
Extended Deadline
Standard: 35 Dollar
Student： 30 Dollar
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