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SHORT FILM COMPETITION

Short Film Competition - Kalapradarshini
SHORT FILM COMPETITION

SHOW . CAUSE . ACTION

The idea of the competition is to simplify complex thoughts to reach the youth and common man through innovative movie making.
Kala Pradarshini is a reputed NGO, which creates opportunities to promote young performing artists and students through several curated events and focuses on the entire artist eco-system, thereby preserving and passing on our intangible cultural heritage to the next generation.

SHORT FILM

TOPICS

01 / 05

Birth and death are inevitable for all living beings. So do your duties without lamenting.

02 / 05

Moderation is very important in life. Lead a balanced life and this will give you happiness.

03 / 05

Try Try Try again. Strive hard constantly to achieve success in life.

04 / 05

Perform your duties with dedication. Do not expect anything in return

05 / 05

Always think positive and dedicate yourself for a good cause. This will make you happy.
SHORT FILM COMPETITION

JUDGING CRITERIA

Each of the points will be given a score of 20 for a total of 100 points

INNOVATION

Based on the theme, what sort of innovative methods are used to capture the essence of the subject. Properties, accessories, good use of technology. Points for using traditional Indian approaches in unique ways.

CREATIVITY

In simple words, using the old wine in a new bottle approach. Maximizing creativity to deliver a complex topic in a simplified way for a common man to understand. Since the polling is public, the most viral videos will definitely get additional points.

RESOURCEFULNESS

Maximum utilization and sustainability of resources. The lowest cost with the highest attribute, yet keeping the quality and virality in mind will be determined here.

RELEVANCE

Short film should be relevant to the subject and message choosen.

QUALITY

Quality of content, innovation, creativity, virality, resourcefullness will be judged with this attribute.

VIRAL SPREAD (WILDCARD)

Special mention for eligible video with most viral views

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

  • All films must be in their original languages but with English Subtitles.
  • 5 topics will be provided. 1 should be selected for each short film. One track will be provided to be used in the beginning or end of the short film as provided mandatorily.
  • #Ghantasala100 is the hashtag that should be used mandatorily for eligibility.
  • Minimum 3, Maximum 5 participants per team.
  • We only expect good quality submissions- standard HD for the purpose of Instagram and Youtube. Unclear videos will be disqualified for the competition.
  • Any audio/video equipment with excellent quality can be used- no additional points for professional camera use. Unclear audio, unclear video will be rejected for polling.
  • Highly encourage the separate submission of "behind the scene" videos.
  • Only MP4 videos should be submitted.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Kala Pradarshini = 'KP'

  • The short film must have been completed in 2022.
  • By entering the event, all participants agree to accept and be bound by the decisions of the Festival and its judges which are final and binding in all matters.
  • Multiple entries can be submitted, Each film is considered as a new entry.
  • Films once selected & submitted for final screening can not be withdrawn.
  • 'KP' reserves the right to accept or refuse any short film without assigning any reason whatsoever.
  • 'KP' will have the right to screen on non-commercial basis. For promotional / publicity purposes, excerpts from any film entered in the festival may be shown on any Television network / Internet or related media during the festival period.
  • Entry constitutes permission to use winner's name and voice for future advertising and publicity purposes without compensation.
  • Total running time of short film must be maximum 5 minutes.
  • The short film can be in any language but all non-English films must have English sub-titles.
  • 'KP' retains the rights to use the films & material for our library & promotional purposes.
  • 'KP' will not be responsible for any costs/damages in the making and submission of the shortfilm.
  • 'KP' reserve the right to accept or reject any film that is likely to offend sentiments, feelings or sensibilities of any caste, community, religion and sector is likely to promote racism or ill will in the society.
  • 'KP' reserves the right to extend the Festival deadline for any unforeseen reasons if needed.

PRIZES

1ST PRIZE

Rs 8,000

2ND PRIZE

Rs 6,000

3RD PRIZE

Rs 4,000

KEY DATES

DRAFT SUBMISSION

November 10, 2022

FINAL SUBMISSION

November 15, 2022

POLLING

November 15 - November 20, 2022

RESULTS

November 25, 2022

PRIZE DISTRIBUTION

December 4, 2022

INTANGIBLE BENEFITS

  • Working for a reputed NGO towards a social cause.
  • Certificate of participation for all teams.
  • All eligible short films will be published on youtube, instagram and details of the students will be published
  • Be proud of sustaining Indian tradition and culture
  • Be able to participate in the grand event on December 4, 2022.

CAUSE

December 4,2022 marks the centenary anniversary of the legendary musician, freedom fighter, UN Peace medal, Padma awardee Ghantasala Venkateswara Rao. Despite his short life, he impacted millions of people till date through his music and his actions. Kala Pradarshini is celebrating the life and contributions of Shri Ghantasala across India benefiting several thousands of artists. Join our cause.