o-region in association with the School of Film & Television at Falmouth University and WTW Cinemas present:

ROUGHCUT 60 Second Film Challenge

The rules of the competition are simple; make a film no longer than the designated length (60 seconds, including credits).

The film can be any style or genre as long as it fits the BBFC’s classification for a 12A audience (http://www.bbfc.co.uk/what-classification/12a-and-12) and relates in some way to the chosen theme – STRINGS

PLEASE NOTE WE ONLY ACCEPT ONLINE SCREENERS (PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR LINK IS DOWNLOADABLE)

Awards & Prizes

• BEST FILM - £500 and trophy - to be selected by the judging panel
• SILVER RUNNER UP - £350 - to be selected by the judging panel
• BRONZE RUNNER UP - £150 - to be selected by the judging panel
• BEST YOUNG PERSONS FILM (under 18s) - £250 - to be selected by the judging panel
• AUDIENCE AWARD - £250 and trophy – a public vote on the night of the screening
• Bonus Prizes to be handed out on the night

Rules & Terms

RULES AND REGULATIONS

• Films must be no longer than 60 seconds including credits

• All genres accepted (including animation & documentary)

• Films must be suitable for 12A rating - http://www.bbfc.co.uk/what-classification/12a-and-12

• Filmmaker must take responsibility of the use of copyrighted materials

• Films can only be accepted online via FilmFreeway

• PLEASE NOTE WE ONLY ACCEPT ONLINE SCREENERS

• All films entered MUST be a downloadable link at the time of entry

• The organisers reserve the right not to screen any film if the material is deemed offensive or unsuitable

• You must be 12 or over to enter

• Free entry for all Filmmakers

• The organisers reserve the right to shortlist and programme the final event – (this could mean that entered films might not be chosen for inclusion in the final screening event). NB: Filmmakers will be informed in advance of the screening.

• Each film selected for screening will be eligible for 1x complimentary ticket to the 60 Second Film Challenge Screening (Sept 20th)
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  • Tom Jackson

    Loved taking part in my first film competition! I'll definitely be looking to see what the theme is next time around!

    October 2018
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  • Marie Macneill

    This is a fantastic showcase for I-minute wonders. Great organising, great night out, great fun.

    September 2018
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  • Erin Rose Productions

    Good fun festival, would recommend doing categories next year though.

    May 2017
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