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NYCA Film Festival is part of the:
An association of film festivals which highlight excellence in cinematography.
Official Qualifier To:
Cinematography AWARDS officially called the “Golden Eagle” is an award in the form of a statuette for outstanding achievements in the field of cinematography.
About the Film Festival
VENUE
2024 – LOS ANGELES, USA – Dolby Screening Room Hollywood Vine
2025 – TORONTO, Canada – Toronto Screening Room
Our Mission
To contribute to understanding of the importance of cinematography to the art and craft of filmmaking.
To encourage and assist the career development of cinematographers.
New York Cinematography AWARDS (NYCA)
New York Cinematography AWARDS (NYCA) is a monthly film competition for filmmakers worldwide. We support new and student film-makers, who are just beginning their careers with a supportive and enthusiastic audience for their creative efforts and giving them access to film industry professionals who can offer guidance and other forms of career assistance.
We invite monthly submissions from around the world of films which demonstrate excellence in cinematography and other aspects of filmmaking.
We only award the best independent filmmakers after a comprehensive evaluation process. Our judges evaluate the quality of filmmaking, creativity, and storytelling ability. Our mission is to promote films, and be another step up in the filmmakers’ careers.
The festival will feature live screenings, an exhibition and awarding ceremony in New York, USA.
Annual winners will receive the “Golden Eagle”, the official statuette of Cinematography AWARDS for the outstanding achievement in cinematography and filmmaking. Rules and terms of agreement are in line with other festivals of CA.
How to submit the film?
- All entries must be submitted online via FilmFreeway.
- Complete the submission form.
- The films must be uploaded to the submission portal as required or send NYCA a link to your film or video preview upon submission.
- Requested in the online entry form are available press kits which includes a synopsis in English, the director’s statement and biography, a full list of cast and crew and additional publicity materials such as trailers, film posters and stills.
- Payment of entry fee.
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Submission Rules and Terms
The AWARDS:
NYCA Certificates
Every Winner of the category will receive a personalized certificate with an online verification.
Festival Laurels
We award the best independent filmmakers after a comprehensive evaluation process. The course is divided into several stages:
- Semi-Finalsit
- Finalist
- Winner of the Category
- Best Film of the Month (Official Selection)
- Best Film of the Year
Statuettes
Cinematography AWARDS officially called the “Golden Eagle” is an award in the form of a statuette for outstanding achievements in the field of cinematography.
The trophy is handed during the award ceremony of the film festival within the year:
- Director – The Best Film Of The Year
- Cinematographer – The Best Cinematographer Of The Year
Golden Eagles – Amsterdam
Give Your Dreams a Chance. It Could Be YOU. Submit your film to the festival.
This month Student & Gold Members Discount
CAWARDS.ORG
Submit Your Film Also To:
MANILA
SYDNEY
LOS ANGELES
SAO PAULO
AMSTERDAM
New York Cinematography AWARDS Film Festival is part of the:
Cinematography Awards Foundation:
