Call for innovative Canadian films and videos

WNDX – Winnipeg's festival of film and video art – seeks new Canadian films and videos for our next edition, to be held October 8 to 11, 2009. SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FRIDAY MAY 15, 2009

WNDX pays special attention to the most innovative and ground-breaking works being completed in Canada today.

For 2009, WNDX will feature two open call programs – our ongoing NEW PRAIRIE CINEMA and our new CANADA AVANT GARDE. New Prairie Cinema pays special attention to works completed by filmmakers from Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Nunavut and NWT. Canada Avant Garde focuses on experimental and avant garde works created by filmmakers from across Canada, regardless of region.

There is only one submission process; works by prairie filmmakers will automatically be considered for both programs. Preference will be given to Manitoba premieres. Works completed on or after January 1, 2008 can be considered. Submissions must be received by WNDX by May 15, 2009 – this is not a postmark deadline.

There is no submisssion fee. WNDX provides artist fee payments for works selected for screening in accordance with the standards of the Independent Media Arts Alliance.

Submission forms are available for download at www.wndx.org