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2024 Official Selection

We're thrilled to include your film in the programme for the 2024 Montrose LandxSea Film Fest. Below is vital information about participating in the Festival.

Screening Formats
Publicity Materials
Promotion & Outreach
Festival Laurels
Passe, Tickets, and Events
Contact Us

SCREENING FORMATS

The version of your film for screening at the Festival. All dialogues must be in English or have English subtitles.

Preferred Format: DCP

Additional Formats: Digital file (e.g. MP4, H264, .MOV, Pro Res.) Please send these file types to us ASAP as we will need time to ingest the files into our DCP hard drive and test them in the theatre.

Note: We regret that we cannot show DVD or BluRay formats. However, talk to us in advance and we’ll find a way to screen your film, regardless of format.

Shipping Address for physical DCP:

Stewart Buchanan, Assistant Manager
The Montrose Playhouse
The Mall
Montrose
Angus
DD10 8NN
Scotland, UK

Email address for digital materials/links:

[email protected] (please include your film title in the subject line) or share with us via Dropbox.

FILM PUBLICITY MATERIALS CHECKLIST

To ensure your film shines at our festival both on-screen and in related marketing and publicity materials, please provide the following:

Publicity Materials Deadline: As soon as possible.

Programme Announcement: 7th August - full announcement press release and box office launch.

CHECKLIST:

Essentials:

Film still photos in high resolution
Film information & Director’s bio & headshot
If the film is not BBFC rated, a screener link for local licencing approval

Optional (if available):

Link to online press kit/EPK
Film poster
Links to trailers & clips
Screener link for press

Email address for all digital materials or links: [email protected] (Please include your film title in the subject line)

Shipping Address for posters:

Stewart Buchanan, Assistant Manager
The Montrose Playhouse
The Mall
Montrose
Angus
DD10 8NN
Scotland, UK

STILL PHOTOS

3-4 high-res images for publicity purposes. Largest files possible for print use.
Include any required photo credits.
Also send film poster artwork if available.
Note: images may be used on the festival’s materials, website, and social media, as well as general press/media.

BIO & FILM INFORMATION

Director’s headshot photo, if available.
A short bio on yourself, any interesting background on the film, and any connections to Montrose or the Angus region in Scotland.
Links to any film reviews, press interview, awards, or notable screenings.
If available, links for any ‘Call to Action’ or online resource guide.
Social media links and hashtags, if available.

TRAILERS & CLIPS (optional for short films)

A digital file we can upload to our channels (preferred), or a link to your trailer online (Vimeo, YouTube etc.)
If available, broadcast-quality trailer or clip (2-3 minutes) suitable for TV publicity.
Note: trailers or clips may be used on the festival website or social channels for promotional purposes.

SCREENERS

If your film is not BBFC rated, then we will require a screener link for approval by our local authority film licencing board. The deadline for us to receive links is 31st July.
A link to an online screener for press use would be appreciated, if available.

Want to contact our Festival Publicists?

If you have Press contacts or leads, please contact our festival publicist Ruth Marsh at 07824 468 396 or email [email protected].

PROMOTION ON YOUR OWN PLATFORMS

We announce the programme for the 2024 Montrose LandxSea Film Fest on 7th August. Help us spread the word!

Use hashtag #LandxSeaFest and tag @LandxSeaFest, and we'll re-post and tag you back.

Suggested Tweet:
We're thrilled to screen our new film at the @LandxSea Fest, 13-15 Sept! Explore an inspiring lineup of environmental films and engaging discussions at landxsea.org. Join us for this cinematic celebration! #LandxSeaFest

Suggested Facebook post:
We're honoured to participate in the Montrose LandxSea Film Fest, 13-15 Sept! Experience three days of groundbreaking environmental films, insightful discussions, and special events at the Montrose Playhouse. Discover a stunning lineup and grab your tickets at www.landxsea.org.

Website: landxsea.org

Social Media: @landxseafest (X), @landxseafest (Instagram), facebook.com/landxseafest (Facebook)

Hashtags: #LandxSeaFest

Festival Trailer:

Social Media Cards:

Want to know more about the Fest? Visit our FAQ.

Need other materials? Please contact us.

2024 FESTIVAL LAURELS

Please add to your film's materials and website!

Download the Black or White versions here,

or ask us if you need an InDesign file.

PASSES, TICKETS, FEST PARTIES & EVENTS

Fest Pass and Welcome Pack Collection

If you're joining us in Montrose, your welcome pack can be picked up starting 13th September at the box office and includes a VIP Pass good for all screenings and events, including the Opening Night Reception & Premiere and the screening of your film.

Festival Venue & Box Office

The Montrose Playhouse | Cinema and Arts Venue
The Mall, Montrose, DD10 8NN, Scotland, UK

Tickets to the Screening of Your Film

Please let us know in advance if you need guest tickets for the screening of your film so we can hold the appropriate number of seats in the theatre. Tickets are complimentary and vary depending on the theatre size. For admission to any film, you MUST have a pass or ticket.

Additional Tickets

8	General Admission
£6.25	Senior/Disabled/Student
Free	18 & under/Carer/Essential Companion
£2	Kids' Club: Song of the Sea
£40	6-Tix Voucher Pack (6 for the price of 5)