The Defenders USA Film Festival to END DEMAND

Shared Hope International invites you to participate in The Defenders USA Film Festival to END DEMAND! All you need is a video camera and access to the internet- if you are an aspiring filmmaker or just like to have fun with the camera- this contest is for you! Each entry should strive to end demand for the destructive sex market by speaking out against pornography, prostitution, or any form of commercialized sex. Submissions will be judged on the impact of the message and not the professional level of the film.

Whether your video is an anecdotal narrative, advertisement, or dramatic representation, each entry should help end demand for commercial sex by speaking out against pornography, prostitution, or any form of the commercialized sex.

Your film must be three minutes or less and should be uploaded on a free online video sharing service such as YouTube, iTunes, MySpace Video, Yahoo! Video, Google Video, etc. for submission. All films must be submitted as an Internet link by Friday, September 5th, 2008.

Winning videos will be premiered at the Shared Hope International Sharing the Hope Weekend  in Washington D.C. on November 15th, 2008. The Director of the winning film will be given a free round-trip ticket to the event and the film will be showcased nationally on the Defenders USA official website.

To enter the festival, simply fill out the online application and submit your film! We wish you the very best in this contest and extend heartfelt thanks for your dedication to ending demand for the commercial sex market!

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

The Defenders USA Film Festival to END DEMAND entries must be submitted through an online internet video sharing site such as YouTube, MySpace Video, Yahoo! Video, Google Video, etc. by midnight on Friday, September 5th, 2008. If you are a finalist, we will also require a DVD of the video.

Each submission requires a one page application which includes:

• The director’s contact information
• A brief description of the submitted film (maximum 500 characters)
• An internet link to the submitted film

Applicants must verify that upon request, they can provide:

• Release forms signed by each individual appearing in the film (PDF wavier)
• A typed transcript of the film’s audio
• A DVD copy of the submitted film
• Facts and statistics sources (if applicable)

Submissions will be disqualified if the film includes:

• Profanity
• Nudity
• Pornographic material
  
  

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The criteria used to judge the films are available. The highest score is 50 points.
High-impact and compelling—20 Points
 
Submissions should convey a high-impact and compelling message designed to reduce demand by informing an audience about how pornography, prostitution, or any other form of the commercial sex industry is harmful. Submitted films may also be designed to persuade individuals to stop purchasing sexual products and services.
Relevance and Accuracy—20 Points

Entries should contain relevant subject material pertaining to demand reduction and the harmful nature of the commercial sex industry. In addition, any facts or statistics provided must be accurate and from a credible source. Applicants must be able to provide The Defenders USA with sources if requested
Appealing presentation—10 Points 

The film should be presented in a creative manner that includes poignant images and other elements such as music or editing which contribute to an effective presentation. Professional production is not necessary, however applicants will still be judged for artistic quality. Efforts that reflect the level of interest and dedication to the project are all factors that will help determine a winning film.  

FILM FESTIVAL APPLICATION

*Director’s First Name:
*Director’s Last Name:
*Address (line 1):
Address (line 2):
*City:
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*Zip Code:
*Phone:
*Email Address:
*Film Title:
*Film URL:

*Provide a brief description of the film you are submitting (maximum 500 characters):
Film Crewmember #1:		Position:
Film Crewmember #2:		Position:
Film Crewmember #3:		Position:

	I have read The Defenders USA Film Festival guidelines and agree to all the terms and conditions that apply. By clicking this box I acknowledge that I have all the necessary legal authority and rights to my film.*
	If requested, I can provide The Defenders USA with a typed transcript of my submission and a DVD copy of my film. In addition, I can provide a list of sources from the facts/statistics used in my video.*
If you experience problems submitting your form, or if you are unable to complete this information online, please call The Defenders USA at (360) 693-8100 or toll free at 1-866-HER-LIFE. The Defenders USA reserves the right to accept or deny submission at our discretion. Any submissions that contain offensive, abusive, or inappropriate material will be disqualified.
*Required information.
Submissions are due by Friday, September 5th, 2008 at 12:00 midnight.

 

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