Official Rules
- Thread starter Jarred Land
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Drew Ott
Wish I were banned.
:laugh:
My idea is a lot more based on peeping, but with my age/experience I don't know if I could find actors willing to be a part of my idea.
edit: is anybody having issues with the quote tags? I'm having to type out quote when I want to quote, instead of clicking the icon.
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Mattykins
Cute Member
Haha! Yes!
I am so glad this is open to all cameras. I started coming here because it was a wonderful webforum for film making in general. And I can finally toss my films into competition. Thanks guys!
-Matty
(I will be entering this one, I was only stopped by the camera in the prior two competitions)
I am so glad this is open to all cameras. I started coming here because it was a wonderful webforum for film making in general. And I can finally toss my films into competition. Thanks guys!
-Matty
(I will be entering this one, I was only stopped by the camera in the prior two competitions)
Charli
cool little "title"
I have questions about rules:
1. On the name Rob/Robin - what if the person has taken on a new name, but people make reference to Rob/Robin, but the hero insists on being called a new name. Is that within the rules? To have references of Rob/Robin but treat it like a name of the past.
2. Copyright - I'm thinking of using a clothing line's logo, if I got written permission to use this logo, is that within the rules?
3. Define Spy - from what I got in dictionary it is: the practice of obtaining information without the permission of the holder. If we stay true to that definition, then you can't simply have someone stalk another. Is this fair to say?
That does it for now.
1. On the name Rob/Robin - what if the person has taken on a new name, but people make reference to Rob/Robin, but the hero insists on being called a new name. Is that within the rules? To have references of Rob/Robin but treat it like a name of the past.
2. Copyright - I'm thinking of using a clothing line's logo, if I got written permission to use this logo, is that within the rules?
3. Define Spy - from what I got in dictionary it is: the practice of obtaining information without the permission of the holder. If we stay true to that definition, then you can't simply have someone stalk another. Is this fair to say?
That does it for now.
Norm Sanders
Script Wrangler
I'm obviously not a Mod, but these would be my best guesses:
1) Sounds fine. The spirit of the rule is to ensure the film was made for THIS fest. If the main character is still referred to with that name, in the way you're describing, it fits the bill & into your story.
2) You're not infringing, if you have written permission.
3) Stalking/peeping would still be getting information on that person, without their permission (i.e. watching them through their blinds, following from a distance in a car to see where they're going, who they talk too, etc.).
1) Sounds fine. The spirit of the rule is to ensure the film was made for THIS fest. If the main character is still referred to with that name, in the way you're describing, it fits the bill & into your story.
2) You're not infringing, if you have written permission.
3) Stalking/peeping would still be getting information on that person, without their permission (i.e. watching them through their blinds, following from a distance in a car to see where they're going, who they talk too, etc.).
JoshuaNitschke
Well-known member
Man, I'd love to do this, but I'm taking so many classes this semester and working. I doubt I'll have time.
Sigh.
Sigh.
Zak Forsman
Major Contributor
I think it would be worthwhile to have a clarification on whether this is also SpyFest in the observational or voyeuristic sense, in addition to the more obvious espionage plots that Jarred's "Think James Bond" instruction would indicate.Envision said:
Jason Ramsey
Admin
Don't overthink the rules, folks. It's like it has been said already.
The point is for you to go out and be creative. It's like this: Ok, here's excercise... Make a movie... The genre is spy... Make a central character be named Rob or Robin. Don't break any copyright laws. And.... go.
Just be creative. The point isn't to limit your creativity. Neil had a name tag that met the name requirements for Drama Fest. It's obvious why that was there. And, when you see it, you're like "Oh, that was a cool way to do it".
Charli, I think your definition of spy pretty much covers it. Change the word permission to the word knowledge, and that would be how I see it. You can make a "James Bond" movie, or something less traditional.
Here is a word . Here is a name for your character(s). You have 6 minutes. "Action"
The point is for you to go out and be creative. It's like this: Ok, here's excercise... Make a movie... The genre is spy... Make a central character be named Rob or Robin. Don't break any copyright laws. And.... go.
Just be creative. The point isn't to limit your creativity. Neil had a name tag that met the name requirements for Drama Fest. It's obvious why that was there. And, when you see it, you're like "Oh, that was a cool way to do it".
Charli, I think your definition of spy pretty much covers it. Change the word permission to the word knowledge, and that would be how I see it. You can make a "James Bond" movie, or something less traditional.
Here is a word . Here is a name for your character(s). You have 6 minutes. "Action"
Jason Ramsey
Admin
sure. Or, you can work on more than one. But, I think you would do best to just concentrate on making one film the best you can :beer:.
Jason
Jason
Ralph Oshiro
Veteran
Yup! I always have the SAME problem. They're always like, "You want me to do WHAT?!?!?!?"bballplaya283 said:
Jason Ramsey
Admin
No. You cannot.
On this site:
You can promote
You can post stills .
You can NOT show any footage from your film until the films go live.
Anywhere else:
You cannot promote.
You cannot show stills.
You cannot show footage.
You pretty much can't do anything outside of this site (concerning your film), until the films go live here. After that you are free to promote, and show, and enter in film festivals, and have screenings, etc.
Later,
Jason
On this site:
You can promote
You can post stills .
You can NOT show any footage from your film until the films go live.
Anywhere else:
You cannot promote.
You cannot show stills.
You cannot show footage.
You pretty much can't do anything outside of this site (concerning your film), until the films go live here. After that you are free to promote, and show, and enter in film festivals, and have screenings, etc.
Later,
Jason
Jason Ramsey
Admin
BTS stuff. Behind the scenes footage, is fine. I did an "interview with the director and actor", for example, for my drama fest entry (which I did not complete
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Norm Sanders
Script Wrangler
Jason, any difinitive if we can use 'Robert' instead of just 'Rob'?
Larry Rutledge
Fest Master
I've only skimmed through this thread so far, but I would encourage everyone to take the rules at face value. Everyone has an idea what "spy" is, go with that. We don't get overly technical, as long as a strong case can be made for your "idea" it will be accepted.
Regarding the name, yes it is intended as a simple means to ensure you don't dredge up a film you shot/edited 2 years ago that just happens to be a spy film and then pass it off as if you did it for this festival. We want to give everyone a fair chance, and part of that includes ensuring that you all have the same amount of time to dream up and create your film.
Barry_S is drafting the full set of rules and an FAQ to help address many of the questions that have been asked, and that will be asked. It should be posted this week sometime. In the meantime, dream away and start building your entry.
There should be no problem using Rob, Robby, Robbie, Robert, or any other such derivative that still has "Rob" in it. Again, for the woman, things like Robin, Roberta, Robbie, etc should be fine as well.
Remember, the goal of these fests is simply to give filmmakers a "kick in the pants" and get them out there making films. We aren't trying to bog you down in a myriad of rules and restrictions, but at the same time we want to be fair to everyone.
Be creative, find unique and interesting ways to implement the rules, but don't ignore or violate the rules. If you don't adhere to the rules, your film will be eliminated.
If you aren't sure about something and it won't "give away your film's secret", then by all means ask here. If you aren't sure about somethind, but don't feel comfortable asking here as it may "give something away", then feel free to PM Barry_S and/or myself and we'll get it cleared up as quick as possible.
Now get out there and start making movies!
Quiet on the set....and...ac-shun! :thumbsup:
Peace,
Larry
Regarding the name, yes it is intended as a simple means to ensure you don't dredge up a film you shot/edited 2 years ago that just happens to be a spy film and then pass it off as if you did it for this festival. We want to give everyone a fair chance, and part of that includes ensuring that you all have the same amount of time to dream up and create your film.
Barry_S is drafting the full set of rules and an FAQ to help address many of the questions that have been asked, and that will be asked. It should be posted this week sometime. In the meantime, dream away and start building your entry.
There should be no problem using Rob, Robby, Robbie, Robert, or any other such derivative that still has "Rob" in it. Again, for the woman, things like Robin, Roberta, Robbie, etc should be fine as well.
Remember, the goal of these fests is simply to give filmmakers a "kick in the pants" and get them out there making films. We aren't trying to bog you down in a myriad of rules and restrictions, but at the same time we want to be fair to everyone.
Be creative, find unique and interesting ways to implement the rules, but don't ignore or violate the rules. If you don't adhere to the rules, your film will be eliminated.
If you aren't sure about something and it won't "give away your film's secret", then by all means ask here. If you aren't sure about somethind, but don't feel comfortable asking here as it may "give something away", then feel free to PM Barry_S and/or myself and we'll get it cleared up as quick as possible.
Now get out there and start making movies!
Quiet on the set....and...ac-shun! :thumbsup:
Peace,
Larry