Eureka Springs, Arkansas has been a popular film location for years. A film fest is a natural for Eureka Springs - it's a historic arts village surrounded by mountains and water.
We're looking for break-through films with a special emphasis on short productions. Special categories include productions shot on mobile devices, short and feature length films produced by women and student/young filmmakers. Workshops, panel discussions, tips and tricks session are scheduled in between screenings. Filmmakers Reception, lots of networking opportunities and a fabulous wrap-party after the Indie Awards at the historic Aud in downtown Eureka Springs.
Awards: Cash, in-kind and 'first look"
Levels:
Each category will have three finalists.
Of the finalists, there will be a Gold, Bronze and Silver winner
Primary Awards:
Creative Storytelling (screenplay/originality)
Best in Category
Best Cinematography
Best Producer and/or Director
Best Performance
Best Original Score
Best Young Film Maker
Best Innovative Women in Film
Best Shot on Mobile
Best of Show
Judges discretion: At judge’s option, additional categories may be awarded for outstanding films in any of the subcategories (e.g., director, costumes, editing, etc.)
Student awards may be given in any or all categories as a separate award.
Judges may select a “Judges Choice” special award for a category not covered.
Cash and/or in kind merchandise/opportunity prizes will be awarded in each category. Eureka Springs Indie Award Statue awarded to “Best of”, “Gold”, and “Young Film Maker” winners. Indie Certificate of Excellence and other merchandise prizes awarded to Silver and Bronze winners.