Everybody loves a summer romance.
Whether it’s a small-town getaway, a beach break or a big city tour, a holiday romance is almost a right of passage. To commemorate our first ever summer festival, we’re hosting a Summer Lovin’ Valentine’s Day short film competition.
We’re looking for original and creative one-minute films that explore the theme of summer romances – the thrill, the heartbreak, and everything in between. We want to see what you can come up with!
How to Take Part:
1) Shoot a film following all these conditions:
- It can’t be longer than 60 seconds
- It must be centered around the theme: summer love
2) Post the completed film on Instagram, including @raindancefilmfestival and the hashtag #SummerLovinRD24
Note: Make sure your account is public so we can see your entry!
E.g.: Hey @raindancefilmfestival, here’s my #SummerLovinRD24
Submissions close at midnight, 14 February 2024.
One entry per person.
Submissions under 60 seconds will be accepted, however, submissions over 60 seconds will be ineligible. Opening titles and closing credits are included in your runtime.
What you’ll win
The winners will receive:
1 year Free Raindance Pro Membership + your #SummerLovinRD24 film will be screened at our exclusive Open Shorts Night the 32nd Raindance Film Festival.
Prizes are fixed and judges’ decisions are final.
We can’t wait to see what you come up with. Happy filming, and good luck!
Raindance promotes and supports independent filmmaking and filmmakers.
From new and emerging to industry pros, Raindance connects, trains, supports, and promotes visual storytellers through every step of their career.
The Raindance Film Festival runs each Summer in London’s Leicester Square.
Raindance has been delivering film training since 1992. A wide range of Open Classes to a 2 year HND Level 5 BTEC in Moving Images to a Postgraduate Film Degree are delivered to students on five continents, both in person and online.
