The 2014 St Tropez International Film Festival
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The St Tropez International Film Festival – May 13th-17th – South of France
The St Tropez International Film Festival adds it’s name to the long list of Glitz and Glamour in The Côte d’Azur. The 2014 event will be taking place in the South of France from May 13th-17th 2014.
The Festival will culminate with a glitzy, red-carpet, awards ceremony on May 17th.
We have a passion for film but we can offer so much more. We have Film Professionals attending our Festival so we can ensure that your masterpiece will not only have a chance to win one of our coveted awards.
About Us – St Tropez International Film Festival
The St Tropez International Film Festival has added it’s name to the long list of wonderful events in the South of France.Our Festival stands out as one that is dedicated to helping Filmmakers to push their project forward. We have Film Professionals in attendance at all of our Festivals.
Neil McEwan has over 30 years working in the film distribution industry. He spent over 25 years working for Warner Bros and over 7 years as Managing Director of Warner Home Video’s biggest International subsidiary. A Commercial Executive with strong experience in profit delivery, strategy development, sales, marketing, business planning, finance and supply chain. he is a Senior member of several industry boards and a Producer of Independent Films.
The St Tropez International Film Festival has no say in any deal you may or may not achieve, we are proud to be an international platform for Filmmakers.
The St Tropez IFF 2014
We are delighted to announce the official location of the 2014, St Tropez International Film Festival will be the Hotel Westminster in Nice.
The itinerary is being drawn up for the week and will be confirmed in more detail very soon. What can be confirmed is the following:
May 11th
Meet & Greet | 8pm | Hotel Bar (buy your own drinks)
May 12th – 16th
Screening Days | Festival Hotel Screening Rooms
May 16th
Networking Evening | 8pm | Hotel Bar
May 17th
Awards Day – A Celebration of Film:
5pm – Welcome Drinks
6pm – Take Your Seats
After 15 Awards – Canapé’s
After 30 Awards – Dinner & Coffee
After 40 Awards – Cheese & Sweet Canapé’s
7 More Awards to Finish
Dinner Menu for the Awards Evening:
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Welcome Drink: Spritzer with Orange Juice
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After 15 Awards – Canapés:
- Smoked Salmon Canapé
- Glass of Fois Gras & Ginger Bread
- Tomato & Mozzarella Sicks
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After 30 Awards – Dinner:
- Glass of Spicy Tomato Gazpacho with Bresaola (Beef) & Slices of Melon
- Shinbone of Candied Lamb with Rosmary Flavour Panisse & Provencal Tian
- Chocolate Coffee Flavoured Opera with Bailey’s Cream Sauce
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Dinner is served with Saint Victorin Red, White & Rosé Wine.
Water & Coffee will also be served
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After 40 Awards – Canapés:
- Tiramisu with Minted Raspberry & Tarte Tatin
- Coffee
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Vegetarian option is also available (please inform us ASAP if you would like this menu – [email protected]).
- Butternut Cream Soup with Roasted Hazelnuts
- Risotto with Ceps & Asparagus
- Iced Soufflé Limoncello with Raspberry Sauce
Film & Clip Submission Information
Clips:
1 – Clips must be roughly 30 seconds long. Try and use a timescale between 25-35 seconds.
2 – We would like a different clip for each nomination you have. If you have 5 nominations and you send 1 clip that means on the night everyone will watch that same clip 5 times. To showcase your film best we would like to show different parts that are relevant to the category.
3 – We do not want the trailer. By all means send it to us and we will use it if possible on our Social Channels. It will not be used for the awards night DVD. If this is all you have and you have no time to cut the clips then we will accept it but ideally we would not use this. If you fall into Point 2 above with multiple nominations and must use a trailer, please try and send multiple trailers or a long one which we can edit down.
4 – When cutting the 30 second clips, please do not add your company name, film name, distributor name, selection laurel or any other information to the beginning or end of the clip. We will edit this off as we need to make every clip the same. Ideally we would like the clip only with no writing except subtitles where appropriate (see Point 5 below). This includes “For Consideration” or other such writing over the top of the film.
5 – Talking about Subtitles in Point 4, we are an English speaking Festival. We host events around the world but we are English speaking. If your film is not in English then please add English subtitles to the clips you send.
6 – We can deal with most video formats. We use a Mac and Adobe Premiere Pro. If we encounter a format we cannot use we will do our best to convert it. With this being said, please make it easier for us and send a format that is usable with our software.
7 – Please send us the highest definition possible. If we get a tiny file that looks alright on a screen but not great, imagine that blown up to an 8-foot screen. Don’t worry about size, HD is best.
8 – Please name the file in the following way:
Festival Name – Category Name – Film Name – Nominee Name
We get so many clips sent to us and it’s very each to lose track when we have a file called something like “Clip1.mov” and when we play it there is no title. Please make it easier for us so we don’t have to contact you saying we don’t have the clips when we do, we just don’t know which one it is.
9 – To get the clips to us you can use any of the following:
WeTransfer
Vimeo
YouSendIt
Box.com
Dropbox
SkyDrive
Google Drive
SugarSync
Screenings:
Please send us the film in it’s entirety via the same methods as you send the clips. Ideally we would like to play the film via a computer. We can accommodate a Blu Ray or a DVD from any region however we would prefer the film digitally. From our experience this is the easiest and best way of screening your film.
St Tropez IFF 2014 Winners
Below are the winners from the night. We will have the winning laurels and our specially designed cubic zirconia rings with the festival insignia ready in a week and all official event pictures will be online within a couple of weeks. There was a slight hiccup in the delivery of the rings, so if your film was recognized in its category and you did not receive the winners package, please be patient.
Congratulations …
Best Film
Milwood
Evan Goldman
ReMoved
Nathanael Matanick
Helen Alone
Henrik Bech Poulsen
3:13
David Jaure
Coldwater
David Parker
When Life Keeps Getting in the Way
Lili Matta
The Shape of Rex
Bill Hominuke
Layne Coleman
Best Director
Coldwater
David Parker
Helen Alone
Henrik Bech Poulsen
Milwood
Jimmy Scanlon
Evan Goldman
3:13
David Jaure
When Life Keeps Getting in the Way
Lili Matta
Best Director of a Short Film
Revenge
Gabriel Schmidt
1%ERS
Francesca de Sola
ReMoved
Nathanael Matanick
20/20
Vince Werner
The Denied
Wil J Jackson
Miguel Miller
Dreamstitching
Michael Cristian Greene
Going Up?
Dana Morgan
Angst
Nunzio Fazio
Thomas
Alexandre Martins
Sisters
Christopher Porter
The Play of Fate
Jacopo Manfren
Turn a Blind Eye
Aasaf Ainapore
Best Lead Actor
Cold water
James Duval
Ciao da Roma
Giovanni Amodeo
Exchanging Confidences
William Angiuli
Ett Hopp
Simon Settergren
3:13
Paul Alexandro
Pardon! Kim, Ben mi?
Berna Kuculmez
Best Lead Actress
Milwood
Michelle Romano
Tempo Girl
Florentine Krafft
Forbidden Evil
Anna Troyanskaya
In The Dark
Bettina Bilger
Helen Alone
Alexis Raich
When Life Keeps Getting in the Way
Julie Sabray
The Shape of Rex
Vivien Endicott-Douglas
Best Producer of a Documentary Fil
Masterpiece: Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns
Alexander Gray
Jeff Maynard
Zack & Addie
Rob Florence
Running for Jim
Robin Hauser Reynolds
Dan Noyes
A Different Kind of Farm
Caroline Harding
The Racket
Joe Jenkins
Modern Nature
Craig Leon
Best Supporting Actor
Blind Squad
Claudiu Trandafir
Distanza
Manuele Morgese
We Feel Fine
Adam Luxton
Lock Box
Ruben Roberto Gomez
Best Supporting Actress
Pizza Me Mafia
Melissa Schumacher
Tempo Girl
Karin Pfamatter
Bebete e Daniboy
Katiana Rangel
Exchanging Confidences
Laura Locatelli
Tempo Girl
Karin Pfamatter
Bebete e Daniboy
Katiana Rangel
18 (Eighteen Noir)
Bo-Hye Ryu
Best Supporting Actress in a Short Film
1%ERS
Susan Slome
Bad Day
Anna Olivia Tkebuchava
20/20
Charissa Adams
ReMoved
Sabrina Culver
Lock Box
Sabrina Culver
Dreamstitching
Emma Gore
Southern dysComfort
Andrea Anderson
Turn a Blind Eye
Eloise Joseph
Unproduced Script Corner 2014
Unproduced Script Corner
Calling all Scriptwriters & Filmmakers
This year on May 16th we will have an official Script Corner. We invite you to present your script to the attending Filmmakers. If you have a short promo for your script or if you’d like to stand and talk about the content of your script, we will allocate the time for you.
All Filmmakers and attending professionals will be invited to the Script Corner to hear about the ideas of tomorrow.
Lynne Alana Delaney
Wow! Thank you St. Tropez IFF nominations committee! I’m thrilled to be nominated for not only my unproduced screenplay, but as lead actress in the short Southern dysComfort, as well. It will be wonderful to be able to participate in this years festival!
Jon Paul Reese
Thank you St. Tropez IFF for this wonderful nomination of my un-produced screenplay, I am sincerely looking forward to meeting everyone there at the festival.
Thank you all.
Jon Paul Reese
Lisa
Thank you St. Tropez International Film Festival for recognizing the work of Alexis Raich. Alexis is so passionate about the characters she is fortunate enough to mold and puts her heart and soul into her work. She worked crazy hard, physically and mentally as Helen. You made Alexis proud in blessing her with this nomination. Thank you.
Wadooah Wali
We are sooooooo very excited to have “Gaze of the Beholder” have it’s European premiere at the St. Tropez International Film Festival! The film was a labor of love over the course of 5+ years. In that time, we laughed, we grew and we were able to connect with so many people and prove how important and universal the topic of beauty and body is to many of us. Like Maya Angelou says in her “Human Family” poem, “We seek success in Finland, are born and die in Maine. In minor ways we differ, in major we’re the same. I note the obvious differences between each sort and type, but we are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike. We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.” Thanks again to all of the folks at the Festival International for accepting our film and for our award nominations! I look forward to meeting and celebrating my fellow filmmakers very soon!
KEN COMER
I AM SO HONORED TO HAVE BEEN NOMINATED IN THE UNPRODUCED SCREENPLAY CATEGORY. MY SCREENPLAY (“D.T.”) SALUTES THE STRONG WOMEN IN LAW ENFORCEMENT. I’M A RETIRED N.Y.P.D. DETECTIVE, AND I HAVE WORKED ALONG SIDE MANY OF THESE STRONG WOMEN. THANK YOU ST. TROPEZ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL.
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St Tropez IFF Official Nominations
The Remake
Lynne Alana Delaney
Things With Eyes
Itamar Sade
Lost Cause
David Schroeder
Ohio Finch
Chad Parsons
Hiya Howa (She’s Him)
Dana Atrach
D. T.
Ken Comer
The Irish Question
Colin Carroll
Next Door
Alexa MJ Matz
It’s All About Football
Jon Paul Reese
South Alameda
Steve Kaleff
Dean Bailesol’s Journey To Surgery
Leonard Tachmes
Steal Away
Jon Paul Reese
Girls Like Us! Part 2
Anike Bay
Sea of Bitterness
Majdi Abu-shehadeh
The New House
Michelle Romano
Game of Spades
Majdi Abu-shehadeh
I Am Delicious
David Sabbath
53 Hours in Harpers Ferry
David Sabbath
Hannah’s Birthday
Juliet Bergh
Tata
Markus Mueller
I Am Mine
Flavio Sardinha
South Alameda
Steve Kaleff
More Background On StTropezInternationalFilmFestival.com
StTropezInternationalFilmFestival.com served as the official website for the St Tropez International Film Festival, an independent international film festival held in the South of France in May 2014. The website functioned as the primary informational, administrative, and archival platform for the event, providing filmmakers, industry professionals, and the public with detailed guidance on submissions, scheduling, awards, screenings, and festival philosophy.
Although the festival itself was short-lived and the website is no longer active, its preserved content offers a valuable historical record of a specific moment in international independent cinema. The site reflects a period when boutique festivals sought to balance prestige, accessibility, professional networking, and filmmaker advocacy within an increasingly globalized film landscape.
Festival Vision and Core Goals
The St Tropez International Film Festival was conceived as a filmmaker-focused event rather than a purely celebratory showcase. Its stated goal was to help filmmakers move their projects forward by offering meaningful exposure to professionals with real experience in film distribution, production, and international markets.
Rather than presenting itself as a marketplace or deal-making intermediary, the festival positioned itself as a neutral international platform. It emphasized transparency, making it clear that while it facilitated access and visibility, it did not negotiate or influence distribution deals. This distinction helped establish trust with participating filmmakers and reinforced the festival’s professional integrity.
The festival also aimed to foster a sense of creative community, encouraging collaboration, discussion, and peer recognition in a setting that combined cultural sophistication with personal accessibility.
Leadership and Organizational Background
The festival was led by a seasoned executive with decades of experience in film distribution and home entertainment. This background influenced the festival’s operational rigor, submission requirements, and emphasis on technical quality.
Leadership experience in major international studios and independent film production informed the festival’s understanding of industry realities. As a result, the event emphasized professionalism at every level, from clip formatting and file naming to screening formats and award presentations.
This leadership approach differentiated the festival from hobbyist or vanity-driven events and aligned it more closely with industry expectations.
Geographic Identity and Location
Despite its name, the 2014 edition of the St Tropez International Film Festival was officially hosted in Nice, France, with the main venue located at a centrally situated hotel. This choice allowed the festival to benefit from the cultural prestige of the French Riviera while leveraging the logistical advantages of a larger city.
The festival’s proximity to iconic Mediterranean cultural centers reinforced its international appeal. Hosting the event in this region also connected it symbolically to the long tradition of European cinema, luxury tourism, and artistic exchange.
The setting contributed significantly to the festival’s identity, blending cinematic seriousness with an atmosphere of elegance and celebration.
Festival Schedule and Structure
The festival ran from May 13 to May 17, 2014, and was structured to encourage sustained participation rather than brief attendance. Programming unfolded across multiple days and included screenings, networking events, and a formal awards ceremony.
The opening Meet & Greet evening allowed attendees to connect informally, establishing a collegial tone early in the week. Screening days followed, with films presented in designated screening rooms within the festival hotel. This centralized format facilitated interaction and minimized logistical complexity.
A dedicated networking evening further reinforced the festival’s emphasis on professional relationships. The week concluded with a structured awards ceremony designed as a formal celebration of cinematic achievement.
Awards Ceremony and Hospitality Experience
The awards ceremony was a central highlight of the festival and was designed to reflect the elegance associated with the South of France. The event followed a structured timeline, with awards presented in stages and dining courses interspersed throughout the evening.
The ceremony included welcome drinks, seated presentations, multiple award segments, and a curated dinner menu. Culinary offerings reflected regional influences and were carefully planned to complement the pacing of the event.
This approach elevated the ceremony beyond a simple awards presentation, transforming it into a social and cultural experience that reinforced the festival’s identity.
Award Categories and Recognition
The St Tropez International Film Festival offered a wide range of award categories, recognizing feature films, short films, directing, acting, documentary production, and unproduced screenplays. Multiple winners were often recognized within a single category, emphasizing inclusivity and encouragement.
Physical awards and official laurels were provided to recipients, underscoring the festival’s commitment to tangible recognition. Although logistical challenges affected delivery timelines, communication with winners emphasized transparency and follow-through.
By recognizing both established and emerging talent, the festival reinforced its mission to support filmmakers at various stages of their careers.
Submission Process and Technical Standards
One of the most distinctive features of the festival was its detailed submission guidance. Filmmakers were provided with explicit instructions for both full film submissions and awards-night clips.
Clips were required to be approximately thirty seconds long and tailored to specific nomination categories. The festival strongly discouraged the use of trailers and prohibited branding overlays, promotional text, or laurels within clips. This ensured consistency and professionalism during screenings.
Technical requirements emphasized high-definition formats, clear audio, and compatibility with professional editing software. File-naming conventions were strictly defined to facilitate efficient handling of submissions.
These standards reflected the festival’s professional orientation and communicated clear expectations to participants.
Screening Philosophy
Screenings were designed to prioritize clarity, consistency, and respect for the filmmaker’s work. Digital formats were preferred, allowing for reliable playback and uniform presentation quality.
By minimizing technical variability, the festival ensured that films were evaluated based on artistic and narrative merit rather than external factors. This approach also reflected broader industry trends toward digital distribution and exhibition.
The screening philosophy reinforced the festival’s commitment to professionalism and fairness.
Script Corner and Development Focus
A notable initiative introduced during the 2014 festival was the Unproduced Script Corner. This program invited screenwriters to present unproduced scripts to attending filmmakers and professionals.
Participants could either deliver short presentations or engage in direct discussion about their projects. This initiative expanded the festival’s scope beyond completed films and acknowledged the importance of early-stage development.
Feedback from participants indicated strong enthusiasm for this program, highlighting its value as a rare opportunity for writers to gain exposure and feedback.
Audience and Participant Community
The festival’s audience primarily consisted of filmmakers, actors, writers, producers, and industry professionals. This focus created an environment centered on creative exchange rather than mass public attendance.
Archived comments from participants reflect a strong sense of appreciation for the festival’s welcoming atmosphere, international diversity, and genuine interest in individual projects. Many attendees emphasized the personal nature of interactions and the absence of elitism.
This community-oriented approach contributed significantly to the festival’s positive reception.
Cultural and Social Significance
Within the broader ecosystem of international film festivals, the St Tropez International Film Festival represented a hybrid model. It combined the symbolic prestige of a renowned cultural region with a grounded, filmmaker-centric ethos.
The festival reflected evolving values in independent cinema during the early 2010s, including increased globalization, digital accessibility, and a growing emphasis on professional networking over traditional gatekeeping.
Although the festival did not continue beyond its inaugural iteration, its archived presence offers insight into this transitional period in film culture.
Legacy and Archival Importance
Today, StTropezInternationalFilmFestival.com stands as a preserved record of a specific cultural initiative. The site documents not only the logistics of the 2014 event but also the aspirations, standards, and community values that shaped it.
For researchers, filmmakers, and historians of digital film culture, the site provides valuable insight into how independent festivals positioned themselves during a time of rapid industry change.
Its legacy lies not in longevity, but in its clarity of purpose and commitment to supporting filmmakers with professionalism and respect.
Lynne Alana Delaney
Excited to be included in the screenplay selections for the 2014 St. Tropez International Film Festival! Looking forward to seeing everyone there!