Entries will be evaluated by a panel of four judges using the following criteria, and will be scored based on their performance in each of the following categories during the event on 24th October 2024 at 7:00pm at 96 Shenley Rd, Borehamwood WD6 1EB:

Direction: How well is the film directed? Is the pacing appropriate for the story? Does the director make effective use of camera angles, lighting, and sound design to enhance the film's impact?

Performances: Are the performances by the actors convincing and engaging? Do they bring depth and nuance to their characters?

Cinematography: Is the film visually striking? Does the cinematography contribute to the film's storytelling, or is it simply decorative?

Editing: Is the film edited effectively, with a clear sense of pacing and rhythm? Does the editing enhance the storytelling, or does it detract from it?

Sound Design: Is the sound design of high quality, with effective use of music, sound effects, and dialogue? Does the sound design enhance the overall impact of the film?

Theme and message: Does the film have a clear theme or message that resonates with the audience? Is the theme or message communicated effectively, or is it too heavy-handed or confusing?

Technical achievements: Does the film demonstrate technical mastery, such as through impressive visual effects, animation, or other technical elements?

Overall, your short film should be engaging, entertaining, and thought-provoking. It should demonstrate mastery of storytelling, direction, performance, cinematography, sound design, editing, and other technical elements. Ultimately, the success of your short film will depend on how well it connects with the audience.