The 24-Hour Kids' Smartphone Film Festival
The 24-Hour Kids' Smartphone Film Festival is an exciting new addition to the Artistry Festival weekend, giving young filmmakers the chance to express their creativity using only a smartphone. This unique challenge invites participants to write, shoot, edit, and complete their short films within just 24 hours.
This festival provides a wonderful opportunity for kids to engage with their surroundings, tapping into the beauty of the natural environment around them. With a focus on smartphone filmmaking, the festival ensures accessibility for all children, regardless of their technical resources, while encouraging creativity, resourcefulness, and innovative storytelling.
Participant Guidelines:
Time Limit: Participants have exactly 24 hours to complete their films, starting from the announcement of the theme.
Location: All films must be shot around Darling Harbour (a map will be provided).
Age Groups: Two categories—6–11 years old and 12–17 years old.
Smartphone Requirements: Any phone or tablet can be used, with no restrictions on apps or software.
Film Length: Maximum of 3 minutes.
Equipment: All filming and editing must be done entirely on smartphones or tablets.
Content: Kid-friendly themes only.
Genres: Participants are encouraged to experiment with genres such as comedy, drama, and animation.
Awards Categories:
Best Film (6–11 years old & 12–17 years old): The highest honor, awarded to the film that excels in creativity, storytelling, technical skill, and overall impact.
Most Creative Film (6–11 years old & 12–17 years old): Recognizes the most inventive and original approach, whether through storytelling, visuals, or concept.
Best Performance (6–11 years old & 12–17 years old): Awarded for the best acting performance by an individual or ensemble.
Festival Timeline:
Friday, 7 February 2025: Festival Kick-Off
6:00 PM – Theme and Brief Announcement: The festival officially begins with the announcement of the theme and brief on stage . This will also be live streamed and entrants will receive an email containing the information shortly after.
Friday, 6:00 PM – Saturday, 6:00 PM: Filmmaking Window
Participants have 24 hours to create their films, including writing, shooting, and editing. Films must be shot in the Darling Harbour area, and submissions are due by 6:00 PM on Saturday.
Saturday, 8 February 2025: Film Submission
6:00 PM – Submission Deadline:
All films must be uploaded to Google Drive, Dropbox, or Vimeo, with a downloadable link emailed to theartistrymedia@gmail.com. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Sunday, 9 February 2025: Screening and Awards Ceremony
10:00 AM – All-Day Film Screenings: All submitted films will be showcased throughout the day in the pavilion on a large screen, providing participants, families, and the public an opportunity to view the creative entries.
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM – Awards Ceremony: The festival concludes with an awards ceremony, where winners in various categories will be announced. Participants, families, and festival attendees will gather to celebrate the achievements of the young filmmakers.
This festival promises to be a fun, creative, and inspiring experience for young storytellers, encouraging them to unleash their potential and explore the world of filmmaking.
Award winners will be celebrated with a trophy recognising their achievement and will also receive a selection of exciting goodies.