Here’s on opportunity for local acts with a film clip to get some extra exposure and maybe win some money!
The June 10 entry deadline is looming to get your short film, mini doco, music video, animation or even an experimental film submitted to the inaugural Understory Film Festival. The competition is open to Far North Queensland filmmakers; professional, emerging, student and first-time film makers are encouraged to enter.
Already Understory has received some great short films and many local music videos, as it’s the inaugural year there is no limit to the age of the clip.
Selected films will be screened at the first Understory Film Festival awards ceremony at the Cairns Botanic Gardens on July 19 and winning films will go on to be screened during Cairns Festival film nights on the Esplanade.
“This competition is all about supporting our local filmmakers, its writers, producers, directors and cinematographers as they aspire to make their name in the film and television industry,” said Cultural Services Chair Max O’Halloran.
CURRENT AWARDS (all receive trophies)
- Best Film ($750) Any genre
- People’s Choice Award ($500)
- Best Music Video (4 double passes to the Tanks Arts Centre events)
- JCU Emerging Talent Award ($500)
- JCU Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Film Maker award ($500)
- Best Secondary School Student Film
- Best Primary School Student Film
- …3 awards to be nominated through judging process
Film lovers are welcome to soak up the region’s great local talent at the free screening and awards ceremony on July 19 with live music support from Jordan Brodie.
The festival is being run by Cairns Regional Council’s Creative Partnerships team to showcase the region’s talent and build industry capacity.
Further details and application forms are available on Council’s website. Navigate to Understory Film Festival under the Arts & Culture in the Facilities and Recreation area (www.cairns.qld.gov.au/facilities-and-recreation/arts-culture/creative-partnerships/understory-film-festival).
Regular updates are also made via Facebook (www.facebook.com/UnderstoryFilmFest).