Independent Short Film
Independent short films provide an excellent opportunity to showcase unique personal vision. They allow the filmmaker an incredible space for creativity and experimentation, without being bound by market interests or target audiences.
The category for independent short film is an important platform for independent filmmakers to present their original pieces to industry experts without requiring major funding, and we are proud to be supporting independent filmmakers and producers.
We place no restriction on genre but high emphasis will be placed on originality, creativity and coherence.
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brand Film
Brand films present a unique opportunity to express your brand’s unique vision and values. They enable brands to create a deeper connection with their audience, and allow a unique story-telling experience to express your beliefs and motivation.
In today’s social media age, brand films are ever more important in appealing to a wider audience. Branded films should be entertaining and engaging, and can be relateable to a wide range of viewers. They are both a powerful marketing tool and artistic endeavor.
No restriction is placed on genre but judges will be paying close attention to aesthetic, audience connection and authenticity.
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Brand Commercial
Brand commercials are an incredible marketing tool and today a multi-billion dollar industry. The best commercials are memorable, share worthy, effectively communicate brand values and encourage a call to action.
Commercial advertising allows your businesses to build their customer base and communicate directly with their target audience. The category for brand commercial celebrates the best commercials the coffee industry has to offer today and we can’t wait to see them.
High emphasis will be placed on memorability, originality and entertainment.
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