Welcome to the 2nd Annual Lamorinda SuperShorts Three-Minute Movie Challenge!

Tired of staying home? Need a creative outlet? Become a filmmaker! Participants are asked to make a film up to three minutes long that safely respects national, state, and county protocols. Creativity is encouraged, and all types of films are welcome - drama, comedy, day-in-the-life, documentary, musical, animation, claymation, etc.

Films may be submitted in categories based on the age of the filmmaker(s):
Youth (under 18)
Adult (18+)
Family (for collaborative efforts by family members of all ages)

Awards & Prizes

Each of the top 3 films by category receives a $20 gift card. Winning films will be showcased in a live virtual film festival on May 19th, posted to the Lamorinda Arts Council YouTube channel, and publicized through the Lamorinda Arts Council website and social media channels.

Rules & Terms

Eligible submissions are from anyone who lives or works in Lamorinda, or attends a Lamorinda school (including Acalanes High School District).

Films must be:
- No longer than 3 minutes
- Shot according to national, state, and county protocols for social distancing, etc. (In person collaboration outside the household of the primary filmmaker is not permitted, but virtual collaborations are OK.)
- G-rated and suitable for all audiences.
- We will accept one submission per person per category