IFP Season 14 – 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge 2024
What is IFP Season 14 Filmmaking Challenge?
The IFP Season 14 – 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge 2024 is an exhilarating global event organized by Intel Core & Bingo. It invites filmmakers, both professional and amateur, from around the world to create a short film within a 50-hour window. This challenge is designed for those who are passionate about filmmaking and eager to push their creative boundaries. Participants who complete the challenge will receive an e-certificate of participation.
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Organisation: Intel Core & Bingo
Contest Name: IFP Season 14 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge 2024
Applicable For: Open to All
Last Date: 29th August 2024
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Categories of 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge
Participants can compete in one of the following categories:
- Professional: For team leaders with experience in making more than 3 films, ready to take on the challenge of creating a film in 50 hours.
- Amateur: For aspiring filmmakers who are passionate about storytelling and eager to showcase their skills.
- Mobile Horizontal: For filmmakers who prefer to use their mobile devices to shoot in a horizontal format.
- Mobile Vertical: For those who want to tell their story using the vertical mobile format.
Participation Rules
To ensure fairness and consistency, the following rules apply to the 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge:
| Rule | Description |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Open to participants from all over the world. |
| Filmmaking Period | From Friday, 30th August 2024, 8:00 PM IST to Sunday, 1st September 2024, 10:00 PM IST. |
| Submission | Films must be submitted via an upload link sent to the Team Leader at the start of the challenge. |
| Film Duration | Professional, Amateur, Mobile (Horizontal): 4-6 minutes, Mobile (Vertical): 2-3 minutes (excluding end credits). |
| Theme & Genre | The theme and a list of 5-7 genres will be provided at the beginning of the challenge. Teams must choose one genre. |
| Compulsory Element | A specific element will be provided, which must be included in the film. |
| Language | Films can be in any language, but English subtitles are required. |
| Team Size | Teams can have 1 to 20 members (excluding actors). All team members receive an e-certificate. |
Prizes of 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge
The IFP Season 14 offers a variety of prizes across all categories:
- IFP Trophy: Awards for Platinum, Gold, and Silver (Top 3) in each category.
- Best Use of AI Award: An ‘Intel Core Ultra’ AI PC for the best AI integration.
- Jury Mentoring: A one-on-one mentoring session with a jury member.
- Lifetime Free Entry: Legacy lifetime free entry to the IFP 50 Hour Film Challenge.
- Software Subscription: 3-month Pro subscription for all winners and 1-month Pro subscription for all participants.
- Showcase: Top 3 films in each category will be screened at the IFP Season 14 Festival.
- Online Workshop: An exclusive workshop with an industry expert on the first day of the challenge.
- Discounted Pass: Participants can get a discounted festival season pass for IFP Season 14.
- Certificate: E-certificate of Participation for all team members.
FAQ on 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge
Here are some frequently asked questions about the challenge:
Can I participate if I am not from India?
Yes! IFP welcomes entries from participants worldwide.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes, the registration fee varies by category:
- Professional: Rs. 3500 (USD 42)
- Amateur: Rs. 2500 (USD 30)
- Mobile (Horizontal + Vertical): Rs. 1500 (USD 18)
Fees should be paid online to confirm participation, and participants will receive a Creator ID via email upon confirmation.
What is the evaluation criteria?
Films will be evaluated based on:
- Visual appeal
- Story
- Narrative flow
- Characters
- On-screen performance
- Adherence to the category, theme, and genre
What is the Creator’s Agreement?
The team leader must sign a legally binding agreement, which protects both the creator’s rights and the platform’s rights. This agreement will be provided at the start of the challenge and must be submitted to avoid disqualification.
Can my film have no dialogues?
Yes, films without dialogues are allowed, but you must explain the scene’s mood through subtitles.
Can I edit my film on mobile?
No, the film should be edited on a laptop or desktop computer.
Are special effects allowed?
Yes, special effects are allowed, but no stock footage can be used. Inbuilt plugins and effects in software are permitted.
What is the duration of the films?
Duration varies by category:
- Professional, Amateur, Mobile (Horizontal): 4-6 minutes
- Mobile (Vertical): 2-3 minutes
End credits are not included in the duration and can last up to 60 seconds.
Can I modify the film after the challenge?
Yes, modifications are allowed after the awards ceremony, provided that the end credits include: “This film was conceptualized for IFP Season 14.”
How can I upload my film faster?
Render the film at 1080p and keep the file size below 1 GB for faster uploads.
Can I participate in multiple challenges with IFP?
Yes, you can participate in other IFP challenges using the same email ID and password.
What is the team size?
Teams can have between 1 to 20 members, excluding actors. All team members receive an e-certificate.
Can I modify my team after registration?
Yes, modifications to the team can be made before registration closes.
Last Date for Filmmaking Challenge
The last date to participate in the IFP Season 14 50 Hour Filmmaking Challenge 2024 is 29th August 2024.
