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kNOwBOX dance Film Festival 2026 open call
kNOwBOX dance
About the Open Call
The kNOwBOX dance Film Festival (NBFF) is an international platform for dance filmmakers who challenge convention and expand what dance on film can be. NBFF operates as a global dance think tank centering innovation, experimentation, and cultural exchange. Official selections are presented at live festival events in Texas (USA), South Korea, and Mexico, and are considered for inclusion in a digital archive and distribution catalog shared with independent organizations, universities, and museums.
What is Offered
Official Selection receives a minimum $100 USD stipend. First Prize receives $500 USD plus the selection stipend. Award recipients receive a minimum $200 USD plus stipend. Includes 2 festival passes, marketing spotlight, and inclusion in digital archive.
Requirements
Films must have been completed between 1950 and 2026. Each submission must include high-resolution film stills/photos with credits and the filmmaker's current location. Filmmakers must secure all copyright permissions for music and imagery.
How to Apply
Submissions are accepted via FilmFreeway. A waiver form is available for artists for whom the submission fee is a barrier.
Key Information
Deadline
March 31, 2026
Location
Not Specified
Categories
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