CINESCAPE

LISBON

ONLINE

FILMFEST

04-06.10.24

Welcome to Flamingoland: where cinema rebels! Birthed in the heart of Lisbon, nurtured by global voices, and painted in vivid shades of punk-pop rebellion, Cinescape is more than a film contest. It is a movement, a rebellion, an escape. At Cinescape, the spirit of Lisbon's vibrant streets collides with the wild, unrestricted imagination of global cinema. Our vision is to champion films that dare to escape the confines of the ordinary, celebrating the oddities and eccentricities that make the cinematic world richer.

At Cinescape, we blend credibility with agility. Rooted in the heart of cinematic rebellion and accredited by IMDb, we understand the drive and urgency filmmakers feel in seeking recognition. We've created a sanctuary where prestige meets promptness, allowing passionate creators to gain that coveted laurel without the agonizing wait or the looming shadow of rejection that often marks traditional festivals. Guided by our foundational pillars - Absurdism, Experimentalism, Originality, and Fantasy - we champion films that escape the ordinary and echo our festival's vivid, punk-pop philosophy. So, to every filmmaker out there, hungry for timely validation and a unique stage: welcome to a contest that celebrates your unyielding spirit and creativity. Dive into Cinescape: where dreams are as wild as flamingos and as real as the accolades you earn.

• Flamingos: As the emblem of our festival, flamingos epitomize grace in chaos. Their singular stance and vibrant hue mirror the individuality and boldness we seek in our films.
  

• Ginger Men & Women with Red Lips and Extravagant Sunglasses: Representing the unabashed, fierce spirit of creators who aren't afraid to stand out, to be different, and to celebrate their unique identities.
  

Cinescape's jury is a crucible of diverse mastery, a gathering of individuals whose talents illuminate the manifold dimensions of cinema. From Jonathas Alpoim's animations that vault beyond imagination to Simone Lorenzini's audial enchantments, their works are testaments to their creative fervor. Francisco Figueiras infuses the panel with youthful insight, while Cátia Gonçalves bridges the realms of gaming and film with her innovative narratives. Brad M Du Preez stands

as a paragon of versatility, his myriad of skills honed through both academic rigor and hands-on production experiences.

Inês Peixoto Dust and Evelina Siniuta blend theatricality and modern storytelling, adding layers of social relevance and contemporary resonance. They are joined by Carlos Coelho Costa, whose sage wisdom in

screenwriting and narrative design rounds out this tapestry of cinematic adjudicators. Together, these curators of creativity form a constellation of expertise. Brad's multifaceted background, from vision mixing to managing the Genesis Production House, ensures a breadth of knowledge in film production. Inês's vibrant work champions inclusivity and depth, mirroring Cinescape's dedication to diversity. Evelina's flair for engaging content and her role in nurturing budding talents reflect a commitment to evolving cinematic expression. As a collective, their varied skills and profound insights guarantee a festival selection that celebrates not just the art of filmmaking, but the stories that resonate with authenticity and innovation.

Melhor Filme (Best Picture)

Melhor Longa-Metragem (Best Feature Film)

Melhor Filme de Média-Metragem (Best Medium-Length Film)

Melhor Curta-Metragem (Best Short Film)

Melhor Microcurta (Best Micro-Short Film)

Melhor Animação (Best Animation)

Melhor Filme Estudantil (Best Student Film)

Melhor Filme Experimental (Best Experimental Film)

Melhor Queer (Best Queer)

Melhor Documentário de Longa-Metragem (Best Feature Documentary)

Melhor Documentário de Curta-Metragem (Best Short Documentary)

Melhor Série ou Episódio (Best Series or Episodic)

Melhor Novo Media (Best New Media)

Melhor Podcast Original (Best Original Podcast)

Melhor Vídeo Musical (Best Music Video)

Melhor Canção Original (Best Original Song)

Melhor Roteiro de Longa-Metragem (Best Feature Screenplay)

Melhor Roteiro de Curta-Metragem (Best Short Screenplay)

Melhor Roteiro de TV (Best TV Script)

Melhor Filme de Vanguarda (Best Avant-Garde Film)

Melhor Drama (Best Drama)

Melhor Comédia ou Musical (Best Comedy or Musical)

Melhor Ação, Ficção Científica ou Fantasia (Best Action, Sci-Fi or Fantasy)

Melhor Terror ou Thriller (Best Horror or Thriller)

Melhor Documentário sobre Natureza (Best Nature Documentary)

Melhor Direção (Best Directing)

Melhor Diretor Emergente (Best Emerging Director)

Melhor Estreia na Direção (Best Directorial Debut)

Melhor Roteiro Original (Best Original Screenplay)

Melhor Cinematografia (Best Cinematography)

Melhor Ator Principal (Best Lead Actor)

Melhor Atriz Principal (Best Lead Actress)

Melhor Ator Coadjuvante (Best Supporting Actor)

Melhor Atriz Coadjuvante (Best Supporting Actress)

Melhor Elenco (Best Ensemble Cast)

Melhor Edição de Som e Filme (Best Sound & Film Editing)

Melhor Efeitos Visuais (Best Visual Effects)

Melhor Trilha Sonora Original (Best Original Score)

Melhor Direção de Arte (Best Art Direction)

Melhor Maquiagem e Efeitos Especiais (Best Makeup & SFX)

Melhor Direção de Documentário (Best Documentary Directing)

Melhor Produção de Documentário (Best Documentary Production)

Melhor Produção de Vídeo Musical ou Comercial (Best Music Video or Commercial Production)

Rules to enter Cinescape, Lisbon: by submitting your work to Cinescape, you agree to the following terms and conditions...

Online Festival Dynamic: Cinescape is an exclusively online film contest that operates annually with a unique structure featuring three classification periods throughout the year. The culmination of these periods leads to a final Results Day, on which all individual award category winners and the Grand Prize Winner for Best Picture of the Year are announced. While Cinescape does not routinely stream films as part of its contest, we reserve the right to request permission to showcase the Best Picture winners during a designated short window. This potential showcase is subject to the following conditions to ensure the security and integrity of the films:

a. Copyright Confirmation: Filmmakers must provide express consent and confirm copyright ownership for any streaming of their audiovisual project, ensuring that all necessary rights are in place for public exhibition.

b. Secure Viewing and Anti-Piracy Measures: In the event of streaming, audiovisual projects will be protected with encryption, making them safely viewable without risk of unauthorized access or distribution. The streaming platform will employ robust anti-piracy measures, including but not limited to geoblocking capabilities and digital rights management (DRM) to prevent downloading and illegal sharing.

c. Limited Accessibility: The streaming window will be brief, and access will be tightly controlled and limited to a specified audience, ensuring exclusivity and respect for the filmmakers’ work.

Use of Stills and/or Clip Fragments: You certify that your work is ready for festival exhibition (all music, fonts, visuals, etc. are cleared worldwide, in perpetuity, multi-platform), and that the intellectual property is yours. If you are acting as a distributor, you affirm you've secured permission from the copyright owner. You allow us to use stills and short clips from your audiovisual project on the festival's digital platforms, including our website and social media channels, exclusively for promotional, non-commercial, and educational purposes.

Downloading: You grant permission to the Festival Director and Grand Prize Adjudicators to download your audiovisual project(s) to assist with offline viewing and to fulfill the festival's programming needs. There may be an opportunity for your audiovisual project to be showcased, to be confirmed, in those events you permit us to showcase your audiovisual project online with appropriate encryption and password protection.

Grand Prize Allocation Procedure: Upon notification of being selected as the Grand Prize Winner and a cash prize recipient, the winning party must acknowledge receipt and accept the prize within fourteen (14) business days. Failure to do so will result in the forfeiture of the Grand Prize, which will then be awarded to the runner-up (2nd place) of the competition. It is the winner’s responsibility to ensure communication channels with Cinescape remain open and responsive to facilitate the timely delivery of the prize. This clause is intended to expedite the award process and maintain the momentum of the recipient’s success, ensuring that the celebration of excellence continues unabated.

IMDb: Cinescape's team can update your awards/nominations on your IMDb pages, but will not initiate the creation of project pages if they don't exist.

Code of Conduct: You pledge to maintain respect and courtesy toward all involved.

Feedback: While we don't provide feedback on every submission, we do offer a critical review option.

No Refunds and Sportsmanship: Refunds will not be provided based on dissatisfaction with the festival's final decisions.

One-Time Fee for All Categories: A single fee ensures your project is evaluated in all festival categories for potential awards/nominations.

Accepted Submission Types: We accept a wide range of submission formats.

Submission Permissions: Filmmaker teams can enter multiple projects in the same festival round.

Submission Restrictions: Once an audiovisual project has been submitted to a particular edition, it cannot be re-submitted to subsequent ones.

Film Reviews: To request a written critique, your audiovisual project must have been submitted to the competition.

Official Selection: A submission does not automatically confer "Official Selection" status.

Mailing List: By submitting to Cinescape, you are automatically added to our newsletter.

Policy on Free Waivers and Online Integrity

At Cinescape, our mission is to ensure a level playing field for all filmmakers who wish to showcase their creative talents. We are fully committed to maintaining the integrity and fairness of our online platform and, to this end, have set the following guidelines:

Email Marketing & Official Selection: Although we use email marketing as a strategy to increase the reach and awareness of our festival, filmmakers must understand that receiving marketing communications does not equate to automatic official selection or nomination. Audiovisual projects undergo a rigorous selection process, and there is no guarantee of selection based solely on marketing efforts.

No Free Waivers: In the world of online creative contests, appearances matter as much as substance. Offering free waivers can inadvertently send a mixed message about the festival's integrity and the value it places on filmmakers' contributions. Our decision not to provide free waivers is for two reasons:

Respect for All Participants: Many filmmakers invest time and resources to participate in our festival. It is essential that every filmmaker feels their efforts and investments are respected and valued equally.

Maintaining Prize Integrity: Awarding the prestigious title of winner of the year, along with a grand cash prize, to someone who entered on a fee waiver could potentially undermine the perceived value and fairness of the competition. This approach could unintentionally devalue the efforts of those who followed the standard entry process.

Our festival thrives on the passion, dedication, and sportsmanship of its participants. We believe these policies ensure an environment where creativity is celebrated, and all filmmakers have an equal chance to shine.

Privacy Policy

Newsletter and Promotional Communications Opt-In: By submitting an entry to our festival, you consent to be added to our mailing list and receive marketing communications from partner film festivals and creative contests.

Opt-Out Rights: You may unsubscribe or withdraw consent for electronic communications at any time. The opt-out is available by emailing us with a request to unsubscribe.

Use of Personal Information: We respect your privacy and will handle your data according to relevant data protection regulations.

Changes to this Clause: We may update this Privacy Policy Clause as necessary.

Contact: Any queries regarding this Privacy Policy Clause can be directed to our team.

By agreeing to these terms, filmmakers understand that their content will be treated with the highest level of care and consideration, with safety and security as a priority. Cinescape is committed to promoting cinematic excellence while safeguarding the filmmakers' intellectual property.

By entering Cinescape, you confirm your understanding of and compliance with the above terms and acknowledge having read and accepted Cinescape's rules and regulations.