PDX, one of the great avant garde film festivals that graces the city of Portland, OR, is now open for submissions. Next year’s fest will run April 25-29. What are they looking for? This:

The PDX FEST is dedicated to showcasing new and innovative work in film and video from around the world. We are looking for artistic, underground, quirky and challenging work that that goes against the grain of mainstream entertainment. Categories include: experimental, documentary, and underground.

And in addition to traditional film and video formats, PDX also features live, multi-media and performance works (but submit a video for preview). Here are the deadlines, which are rapidly approaching:

Early Deadline:
Dec. 15 (fee $15)

Late Deadline:
Jan. 19 (fee $25)

You can find more info and the submission form at the PDX website at Peripheral Produce.