The entries should have a target running time of no less than Fifteen (15) Minutes and no more than Twenty (20) Minutes (inclusive of opening and closing credits).

These works may come from school-based endeavors (i.e., thesis capstone projects) or non-school-based initiatives (i.e., personal passion projects). The entries should have a target running time of no less than Fifteen (15) Minutes and no more than Twenty (20) Minutes (inclusive of opening and closing credits).  Non-school-based, regional entries may also be endorsed by bonafide, local filmfest organizations in their region with works-in-progress cut-off from January 1, 2024.

Interested parties must be a bonafide student 18 years old and above and should submit the following requirements:

1. Story paper of the project containing the basic premise of the film.
2. A two-page synopsis/storyline of the film project.
3. A short document stating the current stage or phase of the entry – (e.g., either Story/Script Development, Pre-Production/Planning – kindly select only one of the two stages)
4. Related material based on above identified Production Phase, as follows:
   • Either a full shooting script or a highly detailed treatment
   • Production Plan
   • Casting Details
   • Location Details
   • Production Crew/Staff details
   • Equipment details
5. Resume of the proponent/s
6. Two (2) recent photos of proponent/s;
7. Sample production work by the proponent (preferably as Director)

Interested participants may submit a maximum of three entries. However, only one entry per proponent may be considered as a finalist. Works already in principal photography or post-production phase before FEBRUARY 29, 2024 are disqualified.

Kindy note that all chosen grantees must include the TMFF in all its credits -including the short’s opening credits, closing credits, etc.

By MARCH 15, 2024 (Friday), the TMFF Competition Committee shall select 15 promising submissions, whose proponents will be invited to a pitching session for their respective projects -online or in person session to be determined. The initial selection would be narrowed down to 8 winning entries which shall each receive the P150,000 production assistance grant.  Kindly note that entries at both the 9^th and 10^th slot shall be kept as reserves to take over should any of the initial 8 winners pull out of the competition.

The finished works should be submitted to KreativDen Entertainment office at Unit 1211 Corporate 145 Bldg. Mother Ignacia St. Diliman Quezon City on 15 MAY, 2024 (Wednesday). Submission should include:

• the Finished Short Film shot on 4K in Pro Res 4444 format at 24 fps.
• a Poster Study 2’x 3’, Portrait Orientation, must contain logo of TMFF as a major production partner
• at least FIVE (5) Production Stills (same aspect ratio as finished work)
• a Short Synopsis, Main Cast & Production Crew listing
• a promotional trailer of the short film at no more than 1 minute and 30 seconds running time.
• a 2-mins Behind-The-Scenes feature

All the finished short films shall be screened during The Manila Film Festival 2024 period from JUNE 5 to JUNE 11, at venues to be announced soon.  A school tour of the films in key academic institutions all over the country shall also be planned.

Premiere night will be on June 4 and the awards night will be on June 11 both happening at the Metropolitan Theater.

For updates, visit the TMFF website www.themanilafilmfestival.com and follow the official TMFF social media accounts on Facebook, X, Instagram, and Tiktok.

LONG LIVE PINOY INDEPENDENT FILMMAKING!