Reality Bites: Film Submissions

The acquisition and exhibition of “original content” provided by YOU, the public, is the raison d’etre of Reality Bites.

We recognize that today, with the ubiquity of digital camcorders and desktop video editing solutions, almost everyone has the ability to become a filmmaker. Unfortunately, available outlets for the public exhibition of work has not kept pace with the proliferation of worthy content.

Reality Bites intends to do its part to rectify this disequilibrium. Indeed, our main plasma screen will be reserved for original work that can’t be seen elsewhere. Who knows? With the clientele Reality Bites intends to draw, both locally and beyond, there’s no telling who might stumble upon your work.

Unlike our films for rent, original content will not be limited to documentaries. Short narrative shows, works-in-progress, animated, and experimental efforts will all be considered. From established auteurs wishing to gauge audience reaction to their latest rough cuts, to dabblers with cute personal pieces, Reality Bites will offer a cool, comfortable environment to feature your efforts.

Submission Methodology and Policy

• Get a screener of your work(s) to Reality Bites. See the contact page to find out how to reach us.

• Be sure to include a content release form with your submission that will give Reality Bites the right to exhibit your work

• After reviewing your show(s), we’ll contact you

• At this time, the preferred medium for exhibition is “straight play” DVD; i.e. no menus.

• Timing (daypart) of exhibition within Reality Bites will be dictated by the content. For example, short, humorous work may be most appropriate for daytime hours. Long-form and/or shows with more mature themes may be most appropriate for evening exhibition.

• Worthy content may be programmed into our screening schedule, affording film makers and the public an opportunity to make plans to attend.

In sum, Reality Bites was designed to be, in effect, your public screening room. We hope you take advantage of the forum Reality Bites provides.