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29 Days Later Film Project
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29 Days Later Film Project 2011 Details
Purpose:
To give local filmmakers extra motivation to make a film and get their projects completed in front of a screened audience. Whereas 48-hour projects are geared toward lightning-fast creation of a film, the 29 Days Later Project gives filmmakers of all abilities additional time to complete their work and create more polished products.
Prizes:
Awards include a grand prize of a $500 gear rental credit from Absolute Independent Pictures and the prestigious Judith
Rheiner Independent Spirit Award trophy; cash prizes of $150 for the winner of each screening night, and $200 worth of special effects services from Herron Designs for the runner up. A panel of judges will be responsible for naming the top films.
Kickoff:
Wednesday, July 13, 2011, 7 p.m. at the Creative Alliance's new lounge at the Patterson (3134 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224). At least one member of each team must be available to get prop and register!
Drop-off:
Thursday, August 11, 7:30 p.m. at the same place, the Creative Alliance Lounge. Teams must submit film at this time. Teams will have a 29 minute grace period, but films in after 7:59 p.m. will not be eligible for awards and are at risk of not being screened. If you would like to submit your film early, please email us at 29daysfilm@gmail.com to arrange drop off.
Screenings:
Mon., Aug 15 and Wed., Aug 17; Historic Patterson Theater (aka Creative Alliance) in Baltimore. Doors open at 7 for open bar; screening starts at 8.
Note: Each team will receive 3 free tickets when they turn in their completed movie! Also, we will try our best to accommodate team's screening date of Aug. 15 or 17th if they have a preference. Screening groups for teams will be announced approx. a week after kickoff.
Participants:
Please register here in advance so we know how many teams to expect. We are capping at 30 teams and spaces fill up quickly so don't delay.
Cost:
Some other film competitions like 48 hour film project are charging up to $175 per team; we are only asking a small fee to help us cover our expenses and time. Early bird entry is $35 before Wed., June 22, 11:55 p.m.; after June 22, cost is $55. To qualify for early bird special, you must register online or payment must be postmarked by June 22 (contact 29daysfilm@gmail.com for more info on sending a check). Each team will be entitled to 3 free tickets to screening group of their choice (a $27 value).
Discounts:
Absolute Independent Pictures is offering 29% off gear rental (39% off if rental is over $200) for participants during the 29 day shooting period and 20% off to participants for the remainder of 2011. Herron Designs is offering 29% discounts for all participating teams on special effects work. Be sure to take advantage of these great offers from our wonderful sponsors!
Film details:
Film must be completed in 29 days and use a prop that we provide at the kickoff (it does not have to be the focus of the film). Films should be 4 to 8 minutes (you may add one additional minute of credits if desired). Preferred format is a Quicktime export file (.mov), but Mini-DV tape and DVDs are acceptable.
Rights:
Filmmakers own the rights to their films and may submit in film festivals or look for distribution. We are only asking for the right to use still frames for promotional materials. Your film may also appear in a 29 days later online site compilation or DVD if you grant us permission.
Questions/comments?
Please contact organizers Dawn Campbell or Dean Storm at 29daysfilm@gmail.com.
Purpose:
To give local filmmakers extra motivation to make a film and get their projects completed in front of a screened audience. Whereas 48-hour projects are geared toward lightning-fast creation of a film, the 29 Days Later Project gives filmmakers of all abilities additional time to complete their work and create more polished products.
Prizes:
Awards include a grand prize of a $500 gear rental credit from Absolute Independent Pictures and the prestigious Judith
Rheiner Independent Spirit Award trophy; cash prizes of $150 for the winner of each screening night, and $200 worth of special effects services from Herron Designs for the runner up. A panel of judges will be responsible for naming the top films.Kickoff:
Wednesday, July 13, 2011, 7 p.m. at the Creative Alliance's new lounge at the Patterson (3134 Eastern Ave, Baltimore, MD 21224). At least one member of each team must be available to get prop and register!
Drop-off:
Thursday, August 11, 7:30 p.m. at the same place, the Creative Alliance Lounge. Teams must submit film at this time. Teams will have a 29 minute grace period, but films in after 7:59 p.m. will not be eligible for awards and are at risk of not being screened. If you would like to submit your film early, please email us at 29daysfilm@gmail.com to arrange drop off.
Screenings: Mon., Aug 15 and Wed., Aug 17; Historic Patterson Theater (aka Creative Alliance) in Baltimore. Doors open at 7 for open bar; screening starts at 8.
Note: Each team will receive 3 free tickets when they turn in their completed movie! Also, we will try our best to accommodate team's screening date of Aug. 15 or 17th if they have a preference. Screening groups for teams will be announced approx. a week after kickoff.
Participants:
Please register here in advance so we know how many teams to expect. We are capping at 30 teams and spaces fill up quickly so don't delay.
Cost:
Some other film competitions like 48 hour film project are charging up to $175 per team; we are only asking a small fee to help us cover our expenses and time. Early bird entry is $35 before Wed., June 22, 11:55 p.m.; after June 22, cost is $55. To qualify for early bird special, you must register online or payment must be postmarked by June 22 (contact 29daysfilm@gmail.com for more info on sending a check). Each team will be entitled to 3 free tickets to screening group of their choice (a $27 value).
Discounts:
Absolute Independent Pictures is offering 29% off gear rental (39% off if rental is over $200) for participants during the 29 day shooting period and 20% off to participants for the remainder of 2011. Herron Designs is offering 29% discounts for all participating teams on special effects work. Be sure to take advantage of these great offers from our wonderful sponsors!
Film details:
Film must be completed in 29 days and use a prop that we provide at the kickoff (it does not have to be the focus of the film). Films should be 4 to 8 minutes (you may add one additional minute of credits if desired). Preferred format is a Quicktime export file (.mov), but Mini-DV tape and DVDs are acceptable.
Rights:
Filmmakers own the rights to their films and may submit in film festivals or look for distribution. We are only asking for the right to use still frames for promotional materials. Your film may also appear in a 29 days later online site compilation or DVD if you grant us permission.
Questions/comments?
Please contact organizers Dawn Campbell or Dean Storm at 29daysfilm@gmail.com.