Cyprus Dance Film Festival Youth

The Cyprus Dance Film Youth Festival is the premier event for young dance filmmakers and enthusiasts in Cyprus, specifically for those aged 24 and under. If you are older, please visit the Cyprus Dance Film Festival.

Our mission is to celebrate the artistry of dance on film, the beauty of movement, and the passion for filmmaking. We showcase the creativity of youth through dance films, complemented by photography exhibitions, creative collaborations, workshops, live performances, and dance sessions.

We value your work and promote your dance film year-round on our social media platforms, which are rapidly gaining followers. You’ll have space on our platform to share background information about your dance films, projects, and regular updates.

You and your team members are warmly invited to our glamorous Red Carpet Event and award ceremony in Limassol on 1st Feb 2025 at The Warehouse by ITQuarter Limassol, Cyprus during the 3rd Tech Youth Fest.

After the festival, we invite you to join our podcast. We want to hear directly from you—the talented young artists behind the films. Share your insights, inspirations, challenges, and untold stories that brought your cinematic visions to life on our prestigious stage.

The Cyprus Dance Film Youth Festival is organized by “Cult Experiences,” an organization dedicated to supporting young producers, directors, choreographers, dancers, actors, screenwriters, and other artists in showcasing their work to the world.

What We Consider a Dance Film:
A dance film, also known as a screen dance, dance-based film, is a genre of film that focuses primarily on dance as its central theme or storytelling element. Dance films typically feature choreographed dance sequences as a prominent aspect of the narrative or as the primary form of artistic expression. These films often combine elements of dance, music, and visual storytelling to create a unique cinematic experience.

In a dance film, the plot may revolve around a specific dance style or form, the journey of a dancer or dance group, or the exploration of dance as a means of personal or cultural expression. The narrative structure can vary, ranging from straightforward stories to abstract or experimental formats that emphasize the physicality and visual aesthetics of dance.

Dance films can encompass various dance styles, including ballet, contemporary dance, hip-hop, jazz, tap, and cultural or traditional forms of dance. They can be fictional narratives or documentaries that showcase real-life dancers, dance companies, or dance competitions.

Judging criteria for dance films:
– Music
– Script / Scenario / Idea
– Dance Skills
– Choreography
– Directing
– Performances / Acting
– Cinematography
– Production Design
– Costume Design
– Editing
– Hair & Makeup
– Creativity
– Originality
– Emotion

What do we consider A Dance Photograph:
Dance photography is a genre of photography that focuses on capturing the artistry, movement, and physicality of dancers. It involves photographing dancers during their performances, rehearsals, or in specially arranged photo shoots. The aim is to freeze a moment of motion and convey the grace, athleticism, and expression of the dancer through the medium of photography.

Dance photography requires a good understanding of both photography techniques and the nuances of dance. It involves capturing dynamic poses, jumps, leaps, turns, and fluid movements that dancers perform. Photographers often work closely with dancers and choreographers to create visually striking images that showcase the beauty and energy of dance.

Dance photography can be seen in various contexts, including promotional materials for dance companies, dance magazines, online publications, and personal artistic projects. It not only documents the performances but also serves as a form of artistic expression, capturing the emotion, storytelling, and the spirit of dance through the lens of a camera.

Judging criteria for Dance Photography:
– Composition
– Photographic Technique
– Visual Storytelling
– Theme
– Aesthetics
– Impact
– Dancer’s Performance
– Production Design
– Styling
– Hair & Makeup
– Representation of Movement
– Creativity
– Originality
– Emotion

For more info please visit https://www.cultexperiences.com/cyprus-dance-film-festival-youth/
Watch CDFF23 Red Carpet Coverage at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJ2pWZKySO0