Create your short film. The genre is HORROR The competition is open to international entrants.
Your film should be no more than 10 minutes in length. Enlist the help of your friends and family or whoever you need to make your cinematic masterpiece.
Write a screen play for a short film. The genre is HORROR
The competition is open to international entrants.
How long should my film or script be?
The screen time for the screenwriting competition should be no more that 20 minutes.
If you're screen time is too long you will be knocked out of the running for not fitting the category of a short film.
For the film competition, your screen time should be no more than 10 minutes.
Format for films
Windows Media (.wmv); Audio Video Interleave (.avi); QuickTime (.mov); MPEG 1/2/4 (.mpg, .mpeg);
Screenwriters - How should I lay it out?
For the screen play competition there are many screen writing applications available however its not compulsory to use an application. We do recommend however, that you present your script as if it were a professional submission and a genuine pitch for your screen play. Whilst attempt will be made to read all submissions, if the presentation is sloppy it may be disregarded. Don't unnecessarily deter the judge/s from a good story by poor presentation. If you are unsure how to lay out your script, we recommend Screen Australia's Suggested Script Layout.
Screen writers - Do we return scripts?
Winners scripts will be returned with review and recommendations.
Non-winning entries mailed in will be returned if a self-addressed stamped envelope has been enclosed.
Who owns the rights to the script or film once submitted.
We don't claim ownership of your script or film, you retain the rights to your work. Should we think your script as suitable for production we will contact you or your agent and do the right thing by you. However by submitting a film to the competition, you grant New Island license to use, modify, edit, compile, publicly perform, publicly display, reproduce the content of your film for the purposes of promotion of the event throughout the world. This means that we may compile portions of submitted film to advertise the contest.
Can I enter both the film and screen play competitions?
Yes you can enter both competitions as many times as you like. They are seperate competitions so you would need to fill out the entry form for the writing competition and the entry form for the film competition.
Closing Date.
Scripts and films will be accepted up until 12 midnight (AEST) 30th October 2010.Winners will be announced at 12 midnight 31st October (AEST). We don't recommend a last minute entry. Try and have your entries in at the latest a week before closing date. Give the judge/s sufficient time to fully comprehend the wonder of your film or screenplay.In the event that we do not receive sufficient entries the deadline may be extended.
Does it cost to enter?
Yes. Entry fees are currently as follows:
- Screenplay $10.00, increases to $25.00 for the month of October
- Film entry $25.00, increases to $55.00 for the month of October
In July 2010 some of the New Island Competitions will partner with IMDB's Withoutabox submission process. Fees and fee structure will change. Its expected that entry fees will increase so take advantage of the current rates and get in early. Entry transactions are through paypal. We do not accept any other form of payment.
Transactions are handled by paypal. Is there anything that's not allowed?
The genre is horror however there are many ways in which horror can be presented such as comedy horror, physcological horror, zombie or monster movies. Our screen writing tips page may help you get started. For screen writers make sure to present your scripts with a professional layout. COPYRIGHT on all content, music, actors must be cleared or you will be disqualified – no exceptions! Improper material will be disqualified. Disqualified entries will not be eligible for refunds. Illegal content will be forwarded to authorities. Strictly no extreme violence or porn is allowed. Submit each film or screenplay once.You may enter the competition more than once, but make sure each entry is unique.
