Blacklight Film + Video Series is currently seeking submissions for the upcoming Scream but not Cry film screening on August 29th, 2016 at Sediment Arts in Richmond, VA.

Scream but not Cry is a screening that aims to move the viewer from a state inaction to action. It has been created as a response to feelings of hopelessness, helplessness, frustration, and isolation derived from the current social and political climate. We are seeking work that explores these feelings in an attempt to actively combat them. We are seeking any form of social or political activism expressed through film and/or video.

Submissions must be under 15 minutes in length and all genres are accepted. Work can be traditional or experimental and can be created in any film/video medium (VHS, Super 8, DSLR, etc.). Multiple submissions are accepted.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: August 17th, 2016

We ask that applicants include in their submissions:

-title of the piece-run time-year the work was completed-a data DVD or online link to view the piece (preferred)

Please include in your submission a $5 US submission fee (please attach screenshot of paypal receipt to the submission). Guidelines for submissions and more info on BlackLight Film and Video Series can be found at: http://www.blacklightfilmseries.com/p/submissions.html

If your film is selected we will require a downloadable HD copy of the film (preferred) or a data DVD.

If mailing physical copies please inquire via email for mailing address (mailed submissions must include a prepaid return envelope.).

Inquires and Email submissions may be sent to:Natalie and Cody - [email protected]  

Information about Sediment Art Gallery in Richmond, VA- http://www.sedimentarts.org- https://www.facebook.com/sedimentarts/

Thank you, and we look forward to viewing your work!

Natalie Kohlhepp and Cody Huff