About Filmpossible!!
Help create a better world for children with disabilities!
Holland Bloorview believes in a world of possibility for kids with disability. They are calling on Canadians* across a spectrum of ages and abilities to create short videos – under two minutes long -- with the theme “bringing visibility to disability”. Six great prizes will be given away, including a first prize of $5000 cash. (
other prizes)
The public will vote for their favourite videos. Videos will also be reviewed by a panel of celebrity judges. Six finalists will be selected -- three by the jury and three by the public. Winners will be determined by a final round of online public voting.
They are looking for your creative twist on bringing visibility to disability! Your videos could:
•Shatter myths
•Demonstrate inclusion
•Tell a story
•Show changes we can make
Requirements:
•You must be a resident of Canada. (We regret that the contest is not open to residents of Quebec.)
•If you are under 18, you need a parent or guardian’s knowledge and consent to enter.
•Videos must be no longer than two minutes.
•You may use any kind of camera, including cell phone cameras.
•Incorporate the theme “bringing visibility to disability”. Judges will also evaluate creativity, emotional impact, film quality, as well as subject and storyline.
•Videos must be original – created for this contest.
•Anyone who is identifiable in the video must sign a
Release Form. Remember you must keep a copy of the signed release forms!
•Multiple entries are permitted – you can enter up to 5 times.
•Entries must be received by Holland Bloorview no later than
August 31, 2010 11.59 p.m.
•Read and agree to the complete rules and regulations, posted
here.
Please view their
Contest Rules, their
Language Guidelines, and
About Childhood Disability.
Questions: Email them at filmpossible@hollandbloorview.ca
* some exceptions apply, see
Contest Rules.
Check out their site
here!
