ADVANCE GUIDANCE
A. Core Competition
• Best Feature Film (60+ min)
• Best Short Film (5–30 min)
• Best Documentary (Any Length)
• Best Animation / Motion Graphics
B. Special Focus Categories
• Diaspora Bangla Film (USA, Bangladesh,UK, Canada, Europe)
• Women Filmmaker Category
• First-Time Director Category
• Youth / Student Film (Under 25)
C. Thematic Categories (Optional but Prestigious)
• Human Rights & Social Impact Film
• Environment & Climate Film
• Mental Health Awareness Film
• LGBTQ+ Ally Story / Diversity Film
• South Asian Diaspora Story
D. Non-Competition (Prestige Showcase)
• Spotlight Premiere – Big-name film, invitation only
• Retrospective Screening – Legendary filmmaker special show