72 Hour Film Competition
Filmmaking teams are given a common theme at the start of the shootout and then given 72 hours to write, shoot, edit, and complete short films up to 3 mins in length.
All films will be showcased live at the closing night event as well as streamed off the website and social media to be voted on by audiences.
Time Frame Start:
Sunday (Oct. 22) at 8 PM EST
Time Frame End:
Wednesday (Oct. 25) 8 PM EST
Steps Before:
Register before the event by emailing catskillfilmfest@gmail.com
Assemble your team (2+ people)
Test your equipment/workflow
Print releases - Talent/location/music to be sent in digitally with film upon completion
Following Festival Launch:
Check in online (Facebook/Streamyard)
Pick criteria at 8 PM EST on Sunday
Make your film! Teams go out and make your magic!
Brainstorm
Write
Shotlist & Storyboard if able
Shoot
Assemble the cut if able
Finish the shoot
Rough cut and tighten edit
Audio edit
Color edit
Prepare your export
Send as an MP4 downloadable link to catskillfilmfest@gmail.com
Email before 8 PM EST on Wednesday
Trophy Awards for 72 Hour Competition:
Best Film
Acting
Writing
Cinematography
Editing