Aurora Short Film Festival invites creatives to ‘make something’ – entries open December 1

The world is your oyster for ‘Make Something 2012’, whether it be a short film, music clip, doco, or digital art. The festival puts no stamp on the creative limits of entrants and is bound by no signature theme, topic or skill level.

The film festival will break new ground by combining strategically placed online screenings with digital broadcast. “Our goal is to create a platform for new and experienced filmmakers to not only show their work but interact with audiences during the selection process,” she said.

But the judges are only the beginning says Stanton: “The real test for the material will come from the voting public whose opinion holds the key to winning the cash prizes”.

“The audience will drive the contest online, alongside the judges who will be representing all facets of the industry.  Short films are often the practice ground for feature films and can stand as a unique art form that can deliver a powerful message in a very short space of time. We are throwing down the gauntlet to all creatives to ‘Make Something in 2012’,” she said.

Aurora will announce the top ten finalists on 4th May 2012. Broadcasting of the finalist films during the online voting period will air on Aurora on Sundays at 6pm from 5th May 2012 through to 31st May 2012. The winner will be announced on 3rd June 2012.

Call For Entries: Dec 1st 2011 – April 30th 2012

Finalists – Top 10 Announced: May 4th 2012

Voting: May 4th 2012 – May 31st 2012

Winner announced 3rd June 2012

Prizes: Critics Choice $1000 (panel of industry experts) and Viewers Choice $1000 (online voting)