Published: 20 Nov 2024 3,105 views
The European Union (EU), in collaboration with the Zuma International Film Festival and the Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival, has launched a short film competition targeting emerging filmmakers in the country. The competition aims at enriching participants’ knowledge in modern filmography and exposing them to emerging trends in the industry. The EU will also host a filmmaking Impact Lab for budding film makers at both festivals.
A press release issued by the EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS said the top six entries in each competition at both the Zuma and Eastern Nigeria Film festivals, taking place in Abuja and Enugu later this month and early next month, respectively, will be screened at the respective festivals. The makers of the overall top entry in each festival will, in addition, receive a cash prize of one million naira each from the EU.
According to the press release, the six lucky up-and-coming filmmakers will have the opportunity to network with top professionals in the industry and also receive insightful feedback from them. Participants are required to make a short film of three minutes maximum, on the themes, namely “Digital Renaissance- Leveraging Digital Technology to Power Creativity” for Zuma International Film Festival and “Youth, Democracy, and Inclusive Society” for Eastern Nigeria International Film Festival.
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Application Deadline | 20 Nov 2024 |
Type | College School |
Sponsor | European Commission |
Gender | Men and Women |
The top winner will be announced after the screening to the six selected entries at the festivals.
Judging criteria: Entries will be judged based on predetermined criteria, including thematic focus, storyline and message, creativity, picture, and sound quality.
For more details,visit EU webpage