Films of all lengths and genres which were completed after January 1st 2005 are welcome to enter with awards available in the categories of Best Film, Young Filmmaker (under 25), Animation, Experimental, Surfing, Drama, Documentary, Marine, Comedy and Cinematography. The theme for BBFF 2007 is ‘looking to the future’ and the festival aims to explore the possibilities of filmmaking and related technology.
The festival programme will reflect Byron’s unique local community by maintaining a strong emphasis on social and environmental issues, diversity, spirit, colourful characters, humour and, of course being Byron Bay, surfing. BBFF provides a platform for independent filmmakers in all stages of their careers and selected filmmakers will be profiled and their films promoted by the festival before and for months after the festival through the BBFF website. More information, entry forms and the festival’s guidelines and regulations are available at www.bbff.com.au