59th Australian Latvian Arts Festival Film Competition
Information
59th Australian Latvian Arts Festival (AL59.KD) invites you to create a short Film which embodies the theme “Together” (in Latvian “kopā”) and to submit your short Film as an entry to the AL59.KD Film Competition.
Competition categories and prizes
The competition is open to entries from anyone, except AL59.KD committee members.
There are two entry categories:
1. The General category:
Age groups: All ages
Entry fee (AUD$): $20.00
Prizes (AUD$): 1st $700.00, 2nd $350.00, 3rd $150.00
2. The Youth category:
Age groups: Under 18 years at 31 Dec 2023
Entry fee (AUD$): $5.00
Prizes (AUD$): 1st $200.00, 2nd $100.00, 3rd $50.00
The Film
The run time of the Film must be between 30 and 360 seconds (not including title and credits).
The genre of the Film is unrestricted. Some examples include Comedy, Drama, Horror, Advertisement, Stop Motion, Action, Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Animation, Music Video, Satire, Parody, Documentary, Fantasy, Romance, Adventure, Sitcom, Western, Experimental, Abstract, Musical.
All Films must have subtitles in English.
The Film must be produced after 1 January 2023 and must not have been previously publicly or privately, theatrically or non-theatrically exhibited.
Important Dates
Submissions open: 12th November 2023
Submissions close: 10th December 2023
Films screened: 29th December 2023 at the Latvian Australian Film Festival (LAFF) red carpet event.
Winner announced: 29th December 2023 at the LAFF red carpet event.
Submission Requirements
Submission instructions will be posted on the AL59.KD website in due course www.alkd.org.au.
You will be asked to submit:
Film: MOV or MP4 (1920 x 1080p)
Entry form: via AL59KD website (coming soon)
Thumbnail/Poster image: 5MB (JPG or PNG)
Synopsis of film: 200 words
Photo of entrant(s): 5mb (JPG or PNG)
Brief entrant biography: 200 words
Judging guidelines
A panel will be appointed by AL59.KD to judge the Films and may be guided by the characteristics listed below, and other characteristics deemed relevant, to inform their decision.
Judging guidelines
The following matters may be considered by the panel of judges appointed by AL59KD when assessing the Film, although these are not exhaustive, nor complete, and there may be other criteria that AL59KD may at any time and from time to time determine.
Storytelling
The film conveys an idea (s) and purpose to the audience. Any dialogue is well written.
Use of genre
A genre/style is made clear and stays consistent throughout the film. (even if the genre is abstract/unorthodox)
Artistic and visual appeal
The film uses effective shots and cinematography to convey messages about the character/storyline. Shots have appropriate lighting.
Creativity
The film shows imagination and creativity (costume, set design, props etc). There is thoughtfulness to the style and mood that suits the film.
Originality
The concept/idea of the film is original.
Continuity
Scenes flow smoothly from one to another. Style of script, music, visual elements, and cinematography stay consistent throughout the film.
Editing
Transitions and effects are used effectively with smooth blends between scenes. Visual post production elements are well put together. Colour grading suits the film.
Audio/Sound editing
Audio is balanced between dialogue, music, and sound effects. Audio is clear throughout the film.