FAQs
Can I change the date or screening time of my film?
Official selections, once they have been made and the schedule has been released, cannot be changed. For this reason, we do not move screening times around. Date and time requests can be made at the time of submission, but are not guaranteed.
If you have questions concerning this, please email our filmmaker rep at filmmakers@bigbearhorrorfilmfe
Are filmmakers receiving comp tickets for the festival?**
Each film will be granted two complimentary All Access passes, which grant access to all events and screenings the entire weekend. In addition we are also offering you up to four One Day passes good only the day of your screening, for cast and crew to come support and/or be a part of your Q and A.
Individual tickets will be sold for blocks of films on the website and at the door (cash preferred). We encourage you to get the word out and have your fans buy their individual tickets in advance.
All passes are available online up to two days prior to the festival here: TICKETS
As a filmmaker, do I get a free room and/or discounts at the local hotels?
Our official lodging partners have special rates for anyone mentioning the Big Bear Horro-Fi Film Festival.
If you would like more information about our partner lodgings, visit this page: HOTELS
If you would like to talk to one of our Big Bear Local Advisors, please send us an email at info@bigbearhorrorfilmfest.com
Will I be receiving a welcome packet?
Upon checking in at the festival, all filmmakers will receive a welcome packet, which will include a free program guide, SWAG from several of our partners, information regarding local eateries, maps, etc.
Can I hang up posters?
Filmmaker are responsible for contacting hotels and businesses to obtain permission and location for hanging posters, flyers, or any other promotional materials. BBHFF does not handle promotion of individual films.
Will I be able to do a Q and A after my film screens?
After each block of screenings there will be a short break (and in some cases a time buffer) at which time question and answer sessions may take place, provided the room doesn't need to be cleared for the next screening.
Please drop us a line and let us know you are coming and if you'd like to hold a Question and Answer session (Q and A).
We cannot guarantee everyone a Q and A time in the theater, but there are other on-site spaces that can be used for this purpose. The sooner you let us know of your desire to hold one, the better your chances of getting one SCHEDULED inside the theater.
We will do our best to accommodate you on a first come, first serve basis.
May I sell merchandise relating to my film?
At this time we are not allowing anyone to sell their merchandise at any of our screening venues.
Sale of merchandise (other than Big Bear Horro-Fi Film Festival merchandise and pre-approved exhibitor merchandise) is not permitted.
If you are interested in purchasing exhibition space, please contact our Hospitality Director.
Where can I send promo materials?
Filmmakers who are unable to attend the festival may send* their materials to:
Address TBA
Unused materials will not be returned.
How do I get a list of local radio stations, news stations and newspapers so that I may send out a press release announcing my film?
Please send an email to press@bigbearhorrorfilmfest.co
What format are you screening? What equipment is being used?
We are screening all films in digital format.
If you have sent us your DVD's (in NTSC, Region 0 or 1) and are satisfied with the format you sent, then there is no need to resend.
If, however, you wish to replace the screener(s) you sent with an exhibition copy or an updated version of your film (color corrected, sound edited, additional credits, etc.), please send two copies postmarked no later than (new date TBA) to:
Big Bear Horro-Fi
PO Box 2543
Fullerton, California
92837
*We recommend you use Priority Mail USPS® so that you will be able to track your shipment. Please note that FedEx® will not mail to a P.O. Box.
The equipment used inside the theater includes, but is not limited to:
Panasonic™ projector, model #PT-d56000
RCA™ DVD player, model DRC350N
Yamaha™ surround sound, model #RX-V765
If you have any other questions about the theater or the set up, please direct them to filmmakers@bigbearhorrorfilmfe
**Selling of passes apart from this website is a violation of our ticket policies and anyone found selling passes will have their ticket purchasing privileges revolked. Please help us keep costs down by supporting the festival. Thank you.
