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Call for entries
Call for entries
The 2024 Maryland Children's Environmental Film Festival (MCEFF) is now open for short film entries (under 5 minutes)! Visit Film Freeway to submit your film.
Films will be accepted by filmmakers from the USA who fit one of the following age levels: 8 to 10 years, 11 to 13 years, 14 to 17 years, and adult filmmakers. An award will also be given to a Maryland filmmaker between the ages of 8 and 17.
Films must be made on an environmental topic that benefits the earth, people, or animals.
Topics could include sustainability, recycling, and wildlife.
Attending the Festival
Attending the Festival
Location: Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar in Ellicott City, Maryland
Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024
Time: 2 pm
Announcing the eagerly awaited 2024 Maryland Children's Environmental Film Festival (MCEFF), now inviting entries! Prepare for an unforgettable cinematic experience set amidst the charm of Old Ellicott City, Maryland. This year's screenings will unfold at the whimsically delightful Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar, a beloved fixture in the heart of the historic town in Howard County.
Immerse yourself in a captivating showcase of environmental storytelling as clips from selected films grace the walls of this over-the-top milkshake haven. Picture yourself savoring delectable treats and indulging in awe-inspiring creations while surrounded by the quaint allure of the town. As you sip on your milkshake masterpiece, take in the silent film display, offering a moment of serene reflection amidst the bustling excitement.
Join us for an enchanting fusion of film and flavor, where each sip and every scene is a celebration of creativity and environmental stewardship. The 2024 MCEFF promises an experience that delights the senses and inspires the soul.
You can contact us at mcefilmfestival@gmail.com.
Jane Goodall Partnership
Jane Goodall Partnership
MCEFF is made possible with a grant provided by Jane Goodall Institute's Roots and Shoots programs. The grant committee was impressed with our commitment to building a better world for animals, people, and the environment. We challenge children to make films about environmental issues to encourage a wider audience to care about and understand them.
Rules & Terms
Rules & Terms
Films will be shown to an audience of children and may not contain any of the following: violence, excessive anger, profanity, hate speech, praise for a specific religious, or suggestive behavior. MCEFF reserves the right not to select your film it it contains content from these categories. MCEFF promotes a safe, friendly movie-watching experience for student audiences of all ages.
If your film is selected, you will not receive a screening fee.
All films must be in English or have English subtitles.
Limit one entry per person/group.
Soundtrack music must be royalty-free. By entering, you agree that you have the rights to all content, and that any liability falls to you, not the film festival.
If you enter, you agree to have segments of your film, publicity films, summary, and/or director biography shared on our website and/or social media.
Student ID must be included in application. The film director and/or producer must be in the age category listed. The entry will be disqualified if the age cannot be verified.
MCEFF reserves the right to change the date or location, or screen films virtually.
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