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It's simple. Make a one minute film. Submit.
With three seasons behind us, our exceptional, international micro short film competition is growing exponentially, receiving superior quality submissions from across the world.
Zeal Reel Micro Short Film Competitionā¢, one of a few Competitions to give a cash prize to support filmmakers in their production journey, is designed to test filmmakersā creativity and champion those who thrive in this short art form.
We emphasize one-minute micro shorts are an exercise in concise, comprehensive storytelling. However, to be brief is just part of a one-minute micro short. To captivate an audience with a visually stunning, well-written, character-based, closed-ended one-minute film that's worth watching, is the other part.
TEXANS š¤ where y'all at? Hopefully rounding up your crew!
If you are a filmmaker based in the State of Texas, USA, we want to showcase your work. We're on a mission to build our industry right here in the Lone āļø Star State. We offer additional consideration for your entry(ies). In addition to a cash prize given for the overall best film, we give an additional cash prize to the winning Texas-based filmmaker. A vote by attendees at our cinema exhibition determines the winner of the audience award prize. Let's see how bigger and bad'r Texans can be, y'all.
Your 60 second film can introduce you to the world. We want you to show us your Zeal for storytelling and submit your one minute short TODAY!
When we conclude the season, our supporters are mingling with our filmmakers at the swankiest budget-friendly orange carpet screening in Houston.
If you haven't already joined us, you MUST attend our soiree and cinema exhibition. Where you'll quickly discover we're NOT your average film festival.
Grand Jury Prize (Best Micro Short Film) $2,500 USD
Texas Talent Award $1,000 USD
Cast/Crew Recognitions Include
Best Director
Best Cinematography
Best Original Music
Best Sound Design
Best Editing
Best Actress
Best Actor
Best Costume/Wardrobe
Best Makeup/Hair
Best Production Design
Film Recognitions Include
Best Dramatic Film
Best Horror Film
Best Romantic Comedy Film
Best Comedy Film
Best Dark Comedy Film
Best Science Fiction Film
Best Documentary Film
Best Mocumentary Film
Best Action/Adventure Film
Best Animation Film