Our film competitions are designed to encourage amateur filmmaking and help members develop and improve their creative and technical skills.

• Films should be 10 minutes or less in length.
• Footage should normally be no more than two years old, unless older footage is necessary for the story.
• Entries must be uploaded to YouTube.
• Winning films will be featured on the group’s website.

Copyrighted material may be used in competition entries. While there is a small possibility that a copyright holder may ask YouTube to block a video, it is more common for them to allow the video to remain online and claim any advertising revenue generated from it.

• At least 85% of the film must be created by the entrant.
• No more than 15% may be sourced from external or internet-based material.

Individual entries may involve assistance from one other person.

1. Complete the official entry form available on the website.
2. Include:
   • Running time
   • Format
   • Brief synopsis
3. Submit the completed form and upload the film at least one week before the competition date.

Please note: Late entries may be refused.

• All entries will be viewed, judged and given constructive feedback by a professional filmmaker.
• The final competition of the year is Movie of the Year, which is open to all films that have won a competition during the year.
• Movie of the Year entries will also be judged by a professional filmmaker.

• Winning films will be showcased on the group’s website.
• With the filmmaker’s permission, films may also be screened at club events and presented at external events.

✅ Open to all (non-members: £5 entry fee)
✅ At least 85% of the film must be your own work
✅ Recommended maximum length: 10 minutes
✅ One helper permitted per entry
✅ Submit entries one week before the competition date
✅ Professional judging and feedback for every entry