Supported by the Isle of Man Arts Council the aim was to bring 'inspiring, enlightening, entertaining and varied filmic fun-with some stellar special guests to the island. The festival was also inspired by a need to have screening opportunities for the increasing number of films being made on the Isle of man by Manx filmmakers.

Our main competition is the International Shorts competition where filmmakers from around the world submit their short films for consideration. Films are categorised with awards for Each Category Winner, The Audience Award Winner and The Best of the Fest. Prizes include exclusive statuettes and cash prizes to assist with funding for their next film.

Only short films with a maximum duration of 15 minutes or under in the following categories, Documentary, Fiction, Comedy, Animation and Island Life are accepted. Through FilmFreeway via private or password protected Vimeo or Youtube link.

GUIDELINES

Entrants must be Russian nationals who are either:

Students studying film in Russia or abroad.

Film student graduates from 2006 onwards.

Young filmmakers (high school age)

Film School entrants (class or group produced films) from 2006 onwards

• Films entered can be from 2006 to 2009 graduation classes.
• Dead line for Film entry is September 27^th 2009.
• Film entries can be either portfolio work – work in progress during a film course, a graduation film or other work.
• Open to all production techniques including animation – documentary – drama and experimental or artistic film.
• No film length restrictions.
• No theme restrictions.
• Films can be in either the Russian or English language. If the films are in Russian it is strongly recommended that English subtitles are provided.
• Multiple entries by schools will be allowed.
• Film entrants must first register on the website www.reelshowint.com .
• All films for entry must be uploaded onto the www.reelshowint.com  website or mailed to the address provided. Film submissions forms must, in both cases, be filled out on line.
•  Prize: Best Overall Film- US$500.00 and entry into The Reelshow All winners Festival 2009.
• An International panel of judges and Reelshow International members will decide the winner.