Exclusive Theatrical U.S. Run in a minimum of two (2) cities, one of which must have a population of over one (1) million. Theatrical runs must be at least one week to qualify; or
Distribution via VOD (Video on Demand) platform carried by a major cable/satellite television provider (e.g., Time Warner, Cablevision, DirecTV); or
Verifiable wide commercial DVD/Blu-ray release; or
Streamed online through one of the following approved digital portals:
Amazon Prime
Blockbuster
Crackle
Epix
Fandor
Film Movement
Google Play
iTunes
Hulu
Netflix
Redbox
SnagFilms
Screen as an official selection in any of the following major film festivals:
AFI Fest (USA)
Berlin Intl Film Festival (Germany)
Busan International (Asia)
Cannes Film Festival (France)
Guadalajara (Latin America)
Hong Kong International (Asia)
New York Film Festival (USA)
Rio de Janeiro (Latin America)
Sundance Film Festival (USA)
South by Southwest (USA)
Telluride Film Festival (USA)
Toronto Film Festival (Canada)
Tribeca Film Festival (USA)
Venice Film Festival (Italy)