Short Film Competition – MINI MARVELS
Tagline: Creating Magic in Every Moment
MiniMarvels is the ultimate short film competition where visionaries turn minutes into masterpieces. Whether it’s a gripping narrative, a heartfelt message, or a quirky twist — this is your chance to captivate, move, and inspire with just a few frames.
From script to screen, every second is a canvas — and you’re the artist. Show us how you create magic in every moment.
Themes:
Suspense, Thriller, Horror, Humour, Fantasy, and Sci-Fi
I. Eligibility
- Who can enter: The competition is open to everyone, provided they are from the same house.
- Originality: All entries must be original works.
II. Film Specifications
- Duration: 5 to 10 minutes (including titles and credits).
- Language: Hindi, English, or Punjabi (Preferably Hindi).
- Content: Suitable for a general audience. No excessively violent, explicit, discriminatory, or illegal content.
- Technical Quality: Submit in HD (1080p preferred), with clear audio and visuals.
III. Submission Guidelines
- Deadline: 23 June 2025, by 8 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Submission Method: Submit via Google Drive to the Cultural Committee.
- Required Info:
- Film Title
- Filmmaker(s) Name(s)
- Contact Email and Phone Number
- Brief synopsis (max 100 words)
- List of key cast and crew (optional, but encouraged)
- Submission Limit: One film per house.
IV. Judging Criteria
- Storytelling & Narrative (40%): Originality, plot, character depth, coherence.
- Direction & Cinematography (30%): Camera work, lighting, editing, visual vision.
- Sound Design & Music (20%): Audio clarity, sound effects, musical score.
- Overall Impact & Creativity (10%): Emotional appeal, message, and creativity.
V. Prizes
To be announced later.
VI. Rights & Usage
All films will be uploaded to the official YouTube channel after the fest.
VII. Contact Details
- Sukhmani Arora – 8146264545
- Devyansh Kashyap – 79861 62724
VIII. Final Entries
The final names in each category should be submitted by the house captains.