The organisers of Encounters, the annual South African International Documentary Festival, are calling for entries from South African and International filmmakers for 2006,the 8th edition of the festival.

Encounters takes place in Johannesburg from July 14 to 23 and in Cape Town from July 21 to August 6. The festival, which will screen South African premieres only, will show a selection of documentary films from around the world, with a particular focus on South African work.

Should their film/video be selected, filmmakers must guarantee that permission from the rights holder are secured for a minimum of four screenings at this festival.

The deadline for submissions is May 5, 2006. Additional information from Nazeer Ahmed at distribution@encounters.co.za or contact The Encounters Team on 021 465 4686 or fax 021 461 6964 or visit www.encounters.co.za