You and your film crew will write, produce and star in your original short film (up to 5 minutes run time)

THEN the top 10 schools will compete for prizes and a chance to have your original short film showcased LIVE for all of Chicago to see!

THE SIGN UP

School rep. registers your High School by Monday, March 10th, attend a virtual rules & rubric session with True Star on March 11th at 10 am or March 13th at 4 pm.

THE CREW

Up to 5 students and one administrator become the writers, producers, crew and talent

THE LESSONS

Learn fundamentals of screenwriting, shot composition and cinematography

THE MOVIE

Write, direct, shoot and edit your original short (up to 5 minutes run time)

THE COMPETITION

Submit your original film by Monday, April 10th

SHOWCASE

Winner will be announced at the showcase on April 21st

Registration Deadline: Feb 28
Rules & Rubric Sessions: March 8 or March 15
Film Submission Deadline: April 15
Film Showcase & Awards: April 21st