FAQ

FAQ January 2012

Please note you need only register with us if you intend uploading a film/video. We are in the process of developing a new community site ReelshowInt Connect, so, if you want to create a profile and interact with other students in our forum or blog but not upload your work, please wait for the new site.

Registration and Uploading Info

What does it cost to register on http://www.reelshowint.com/?
Nothing, its free.

What does it cost me to have my film hosted on http://www.reelshowint.com/ ?

Nothing, its free.

Is there a maximum length that my film has to be?

No, there is no length limit.

Does my film have to be subtitiled if it is not in English?

Your film can be in any language with subtitles or not, it is entirely up to you . If your film is entered for one of our big competitions/festivals,with an international panel of judges, then subtitiles are strongly recommended.At the very least a good story line written in English is definitley worthwhile – but it is your call.

Can I upload as many films as I want?

You can upload a maximum of 60 minutes of film. Each film file uploaded to our server must not be bigger than 500MB. You can always ask to have a film taken off if you want to upload another at a later date.

Can I re-upload a new version of a film already on the site?

Of course you can! Just let us know ( use contact form – see above)

What do I do if I no longer want my film/s hosted by Reelshow International.

Do I have to be a film student or graduate to put my film on the site?

Students studying film at high school; film school; college/university film faculties, long distance learning courses and film student graduates, who have graduated not more than 3 years ago, can upload films in the Student Films section of the site.So, if you graduated in 2009, thats OK! We also welcome film school/university films that have been made by classes or groups of students from 2009 onwards.

Reelshow Alumni

We now have a section for Reelshow members, who as students or graduates have used the site to showcase their work. They can now continue to upload their films.The section has a separate submit films and view films category.See top menu homepage.

Does http://www.reelshowint.com/ really have a global audience?

Yes and our membership and film uploads are without doubt international. Check it out!

Are films made in high school accepted?

Students studying film at high school; film school; college/university film faculties, film courses and film student graduates, who have graduated not more than 3 years ago, can upload films onto the site.

Can Film Schools or University Faculties submit films?

Yes, We also welcome film school/university films that have been made by classes or groups of students from 2009 onwards.

How can I submit my film to the site?

Films can either be uploaded to the site or you can send us a You Tube or Vimeo link. Please note you must register on the site and complete a film submission form either way.

What do I do if I want to upload my film to the site.

Log in(register first) then go to the submit film section and complete the film submission form. You can then proceed to the upload page. You must fill out the film submission form before uploading your film as we cannot show a film without its completion.

What are the technical requirements for uploading my film on to the site?

All the technical requirement details are included on the upload film registration form. Please note there is a 500MB film file limit for uploading to our server.

Film and Music copyright.

The site terms and conditions have to be accepted before you can upload your film. Please pay particular attention to the copyright clauses.

Reelshow International Film Competitions and Festivals

Details of Competitions and Festivals that we hold on the site will be posted in our Competition and Festival sections. See top menu on the homepage. Rules for each competition or festival may differ.

Is there a human side to Reelshow International ?

Absolutely, we strongly believe in a personal approach. Contact us if you have a query and we will get back to you as soon as poss.

What are the benefits of hosting my film with Reelshow International?

There are so many we will just list them for you.

Worldwide audience
Dedicated site for film students to show their work.
Interact with other students through our community…
Great film School Directory.
Student Film Festival Directory
Events and Competitions
Great Magazine

Can I contribute to the site in any way?

Yes you can. The site was started to give you, the film student, a platform to showcase yourself and your work. We welcome and will listen to any ideas you have for the site.