Entering its 18th year, WILDsound now gives filmmakers 5 tiers to showcase and promote their film. (all accepted films garner the audience feedback festival, the 2nd bonus screening, and the interviews.)
1) Screening #1, where you will also obtain your audience feedback video. 2) Screening #2 virtually on the streaming service WILDsound TV (optional) 3) Screening #3 at a sold-out public screening at the Carlton Cinemas in Toronto or the LA Live Regal Theatre in Los Angeles.
4) Podcast interview at WILDsound Radio on ITunes 5) Blog interview promoting you and your film.
The first film festival screening gives you our award-winning Audience FEEDBACK videos made for the short & feature films.
Festival is also known for it’s Screenplay portion of the festival. We do recorded script readings performed by professional actors. FULL Feedback no matter what, on all submissions from industry professionals.
WILDsound Writing and Film Festival—Daily Deadlines
– Your film will get screened in front of a large, broad audience.
– We are a feedback festival and you will actually hear what the industry and film lovers think of your film.
NEW Showcase: Submit your FEATURE FILM and receive an audience feedback promotional/testimonial video of your film. Great video to use to get into more festivals and/or promote your film. All submissions receive the committee’s feedback notes on their film no matter what, as per their request.
All festival videos garner 100s of views and set the film and filmmaker up to be accepted to more festivals from around the world.
Writing Festival—WEEKLY Screenplay Festival Events.
Accept stories from all over the world. FULL FEEDBACK on all entries from a committee of Professional writers, consultants, and producers. WINNERS get their stories read by professional actors at the monthly Writing Festival events. See deadlines below for screenplay, TV, novel, short story, and stage play contests.
We perform at least 20 winning screenplay readings a month.
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[on Sex and the City (1998)] The show is celebrating what it’s like to be a woman. We do things people think about but don’t vocalize. It gives men and women permission to talk in a way that is healthy. I’ve been playing sexually aware women most of my life. At this point, I expected to be playing moms and wives. It’s exciting to play a femme fatale.
[on her role in Crossroads (2002), where she plays Britney Spears’ mother, who abandons her daughter as a baby and later rejects her as a teen] It was one of the hardest jobs in my life. I had to be mean to Britney Spears. She is such a little Southern sweetie who is only 20. She was so nervous and so well-prepared, and I had to reject her on screen because I’m her horrible mother who has left her.
I’m finding now in my 40s that the less makeup I wear, the better. I think softer is better as you get older. With everything. Except men. I prefer younger men. In some ways, they are much more open to a woman being stronger and independent then some of the men my age.
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I think at the age I’m at, it’s really hard for a film career, and I’m at a point in my life where I thought it would be a good idea to be a part of a good show and to be able to finish school.
Some people ask me whether I’m a “mama’s girl” or a “papa’s girl”. I’m *nobody’s* girl. My brother clings to our parents; I’m the one shoving them out the door.
I don’t need to feel stick-skinny. To me, the confident curvy girl is so much sexier than the insecure skinny girl.
So my tattoo means ‘Live without regrets.’ It’s not that you don’t regret things in life, but you at least try to learn from them. It’s misspelled too [accidentally, as rimipianti], so I literally have to live by that advice!
[25 February 2022; on Vladimir Putin, the president who started Russian invasion of and war against Ukraine] I have personally witnessed the strength of the Ukrainian people who fought so hard for their independence and have continued to passionately defend their country over the years. What Putin is doing is an absolute disgrace!
This horrific moment in history sends a terrifying message: the message that in this day and age, in year 2022, it’s okay to violate the rights of free people and allow autocrats like Putin to take whatever they please.
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After The Matrix (1999), I cannot wear sunglasses. As soon as I put them on, people recognize me.
I think dreams are important to inspire us to get out of bed every morning. A sex scene is much harder than a fight scene. It’s one thing to say, ‘Kick higher,’ but ‘Kiss harder’ – that’s just crazy.
I wouldn’t play another character like Trinity out of respect to her and respect to the film. I don’t want to be the leather-clad, kicking-butt girl with another name. It would be like cheating on Trinity.
I don’t have issues with playing moms. When a role is well-written, whatever it is, it’s just about playing the truth of the character. I always wanted to be a mother. I love it.
Blow Me Down, 30 sec., USA Directed by Marta Renzi By turns goofy, sexy and poignant, BLOW ME DOWN messes with 3 dimensions and the 4th wall – or is it the 5th?
BLACK PRINTMAKERS OF Washington DC, 4min. USA Directed by Susan J. Goldman Washington, D.C. has a rich history of Black owned printmaking workshops where artists thrived and formed community. Before the 1970’s, Black artists had few opportunities to own their own studios, and showcase their art. Percy Martin and Michael Platt’s story is part of a larger history.
THE TANK trailer, 1min., USA Directed by Richard G. Miller 761st tank divison battles the Nazi in the battle of the Bugle.
Joan & Talbot trailer, 30sec. USA Directed by Megan Mann In the heat of the Hundred Years’ War, English Lord Talbot and the fierce French warrior Joan la Pucelle clash on the battlefield outside Orléans. Talbot, brimming with confidence, watches in disbelief as his once-victorious troops falter under the determined charge of a woman.
Kaelara: The Summoned Blade, 1min, USA Directed by Chris Vallone In a realm shattered by decades of tribal war, an unstoppable horde rises, forcing enemy clans into a fragile alliance. But one tribe holds back, hiding a powerful secret: a child, the last living heir. Her blood could end the old bloodlines—and give the horde control of the realm. Kaelara, a lone warrior haunted by loss, must rescue the child, reclaim the Sacred Relic, and stop the ritual that could plunge the realm into eternal shadow.
In Hell With Ivo Trailer, 2min., Bulgaria Directed by Kristina Nikolova Bulgarian queer artist Ivo Dimchev captivates audiences worldwide with his electrifying art shows, which blend singing and songwriting, theatre, dance, and visual art.
Shadow of the Impostor, 1min. UK Directed by Ortino Yang Shadow of the Impostor is a surreal psychological short film that follows Aiden, a struggling actor on the verge of a breakdown as he prepares for a major audition. Battling self-doubt, rejection, and the dehumanizing nature of the industry, Aiden begins to experience a mental split—his shadow detaches from him, reflecting his inner turmoil and fractured identity. As reality blurs with hallucination, Aiden’s confrontation with this shadow self culminates in a defiant act of rebellion during the audition, symbolizing his reclaiming of agency in a world that tries to erase him.
DILEMMA trailer, 1min., USA Directed by Travan Jay Hiatt Dilemma is a tense psychological thriller that delves into the consequences of a single, reckless decision. When high school friends find themselves trapped in a situation they can’t escape, panic sets in, and their once-close bond begins to fray. With each choice they make, the weight of their actions grows heavier, and the line between right and wrong blurs. Dilemma is a gripping exploration of guilt, fear, and where unexpected paths can lead us.
One of Us Pt 1, 1min,. USA Directed by Laquan D. Burroughs Three college kids look to join the nations most prestigious joint Fraternity, Alpha Omega Phi, and there’s only one more step for them to compete: A game night. However, this is no ordinary game night. Will these three be able to overcome the challenges ahead of them, or will their college experience take a horrific turn?
A Probability of Nature, 24sec., USA Directed Eian Hazzard A Probability of Nature is an experimental short I made on the Information Age. I wanted to explore the tangible benefits of technology as well as the often abstract challenges it presents to our collective mental health.
Doing Nothing, Going Nowhere, 45sec., USA Directed by Brandon Houser “Doing Nothing, Going Nowhere” is a zero-budget experimental short film that emerged during the writing and recording of an original alt/indie EP inspired by the 2000s–2010s soundscape. Blending surrealist visuals, humor, and philosophical musings, the film explores themes of god, death, meaning, and the tension of living in a postmodern world.
The Christopher Nolan Experience trailer, 3min,. Canada Directed by Matthew Putnam, Diego Pereira When struggling creative Christopher Nolan is dumped by his girlfriend upon her discovery that he is not the legendary director of films such as Oppenheimer and Interstellar, he decides to prove himself by staging a play adaptation of The Dark Knight. “The Christopher Nolan Experience” captures the behind-the-scenes efforts leading up to this anticipated disaster.
A dream in waking life, 35sec. Iran Directed by Hossein Moradizadeh A man is walking down the street in the dark and dreaming, suddenly the wind blows.
The Morgue, 11sec., Iran Directed by Majid Farzolahi A zombie girl comes out of the morgue and is horrified by the image of the movie The Ring on the TV. (Real voices of ghosts are used in this movie)
We Sock – End of the world, 2min., Finland, Directed by Petri Puroaho I created a web series with my spouse in 2020 to pass the time while living in long distance relationship, and then the process started to have a life of its own and became bigger than us. Our web series ”We Sock” was originally mainly recorded on Skype -sessions mixed with other footage. After several seasons and a feature film, we are soon starting to launch again a brand new season (5) for our webseries and a feature film to go with it, entitled We Sock – End of the world”. This time our journey takes us outside our Skype-“box” more than ever before, starting from the shooting location in South-America, where mega-blockbuster film-production turns the faith of Mr “Indyana” Sock Jones. And this teaser-trailer shows what happened and what will happen next.
Mx., 14sec., UK Directed by Wwenen Lusa “Mx.” is a title used as a gender-neutral alternative to Mr. or Ms., reflecting inclusivity in gender identity. This film delves into the tension between gender identity and societal expectations, highlighting the quest for selfhood amidst oppression. Through the lens of diverse, non-binary lesbians, it showcases their struggles with physical acceptance, cultural pressures, and homophobia. The narrative emphasizes the symbolic power of costumes and dance as tools for inner awakening and liberation, illustrating the beauty and strength found in diverse identities. By following the journeys of these individuals, “Mx.” challenges societal norms and questions how the fashion industry can lead the way in accepting varied gender expressions, ultimately portraying the ongoing fight for identity acceptance and understanding.
Confession of a serial killer, 1min., Italy Directed by Francesco Maffei Max Rinaldi, a journalist and blogger with a past as a film critic, receives a phone call from a man announcing that he is a serial killer and wants to provide him with a confession of his heinous murders
Black / White & the “Other Colours”, 1min., Turkey Directed by Doğa Yılmaz A man gets ready to go out. When he steps outside and integrates into society, he becomes a different person. While walking, he sees a woman he knows, and both of them pause, exchanging a gaze before continuing on their paths. When they turn back and exchange glances again, the man changes. The woman, however, continues exploring the city streets. In the evening, as she returns home, she sees a man, different from the one she previously encountered, sitting on the stairs, drinking wine. The woman transforms and sits next to the man. They spend some time drinking wine together. As the hours pass, both of them transform into completely different individuals. They observe the view and walk hand in hand on the streets. When they arrive home, both of them transform once again. They make love and fall asleep. In the early morning, two men are lying in bed. The character we previously saw as masculine gets up and goes to the bathroom. As he bends down to wash his face, he transforms. When he stands up, he becomes a man we haven’t seen before. When he bends down again, the woman’s identity looks at herself in the mirror.
FANTASY and SCI-FI Stories used to be a fringe market. Now they are in the mainstream and forever as movies, television shows, and stories in this genre are a multi-billion dollar market.
This is a HYBRID film festival (NOT an online festival) with live public screenings for the audience feedback video you will receive, plus an optional virtual 2nd showcase to enhance the film’s exposure. Festival also conducts blog and podcast interviews with the filmmaker. We have also started a filmmaker’s WhatsApp group with over 100 joined to date to chat about next project and make contacts etc….
Get your script and story performed by professional actors at the Fantasy/Sci-Fi Festival. WINNING reading every single month!
Get your short or feature film showcased at the FEEDBACK Film Festival and get an audience video. Now a monthly festival taking place in either Chicago, Los Angeles, or Toronto
All festival dates have been updated to private screenings with the same Audience FEEDBACK videos made for the short & feature films, and recorded script readings performed by professional actors for the screenplays. This is our way of showing community over distance so everyone around the world can experience our Audience Feedback videos.
We specialize in showcasing Fantasy/Sci-Fi stories and making sure that when the work is ready, the writer will benefit by at least obtaining a solid agent.
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[2011] I was a hostess at Hooters, and that was sort of fun. I was 17, and then when I was 18, I waited [tables] for about a month. I wasn’t cut out to be a waitress, and I certainly wasn’t cut out to be a Hooters waitress. That was a short-lived ambition. Everyone would agree, if they could see me, Hooters isn’t necessarily the best way to describe me.
[on the era in which The Master (2012) is set] We were a society in transition. Women were given responsibility in wartime, and then it was back to the kitchen and take care of your man. The perception of what what was available to women was so different.
[on letting her career be influenced by childhood favorites] I’m like the luckiest girl in the world. I’ve gotten to be a princess, I’ve gotten to work with the Muppets. A lot of my childhood dreams about who I wanted to be when I was a grown-up, I at least get to play them in movies. And Lois Lane is one of them. So I’m just excited. I hope I bring something that people enjoy.
[on having the Muppets as co-stars] To see them when they’re not animated was really upsetting.
I grew up as a Mormon and that had more of an impact on my values than my beliefs. I’m afraid I will always feel the weight of a lie. I’m very hard on myself anyway. Religious guilt carries over too. You can’t really misbehave without feeling badly about it. At least, I can’t.
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I’m very neurotic and self-conscious. So I think that I’ll know when I’m becoming a dick and believing my own press.
Obviously there’s something very seductive about movies, which can be attractive in a bad way if you’re doing them for the wrong reasons – for money, or for fame. I hope I won’t ever do that. I don’t feel at home in LA, I feel like I’m on holiday. It’s nice to dip your feet in occasionally, but I think it’s probably quite unhealthy to spend too much time there at once.
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(on being recognized) Not on a regular basis. You’d be surprised how people don’t put two and two together. I was on a plane from New York to L.A. and the only movie that was playing was ‘Stardust’. And the first 10 minutes of that movie is pretty much just me. I was thinking, “Oh no, this is embarrassing, everyone’s going to be looking at me.” And … nothing! Nothing … so maybe no one will recognize me in ‘Caspian’ either.
(About the wardrobe in The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008)) I felt awkward when they first gave me the shirt and it had like flowers on it. And I was like, “Really? Flowers? Flowers on the shirt?” But then when they gave me – when they showed me, “Yeah, but later on you get the big armor with the lion on it”. I was like, “Okay. Cool. Trade.”
AL RAWDAH, 7min., Saudi Arabia Directed by Yasser Mohamed Abdelsalam Al-Rawdah (الروضة) is a cinematic visual experience that invites viewers into the sacred serenity of Al-Rawdah Al-Sharifah, the revered space within the Prophet’s Mosque in Madinah. With no dialogue, the film relies entirely on immersive visuals and an evocative score to reflect the deep spiritual essence of one of Islam’s holiest sites.
THE NATURE OF DEATH, 16min., USA Directed by Sean Cruser When an eccentric park ranger crosses paths with a grieving hiker, he offers his help in finding the perfect spot to scatter the hiker’s father’s ashes. As they venture deeper into the remote wilderness, the ranger’s true intentions begin to blur. tyler – tylerbeveridge8@gmail.com
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