Welcome to the Film Trailer Contest
Rules Page…

OBJECTIVE:

Create a compelling film trailer that leverages the power of artificial intelligence.

1. AI-Generated Visuals:

• Mandatory Use of AI: Every shot in the submission must be generated using AI. AI tools can be used to create, manipulate, or enhance the visual elements of the film.

• Subject Replacement Tools: Tools like Wonder Studio may be used to generate character movements and replace the subject. But the majority of the pixels in the frame must be AI-generated.

• Keying Live-Action Footage: You may use green screen or rotoscoped footage in your trailer. But the world in which the footage lives (background, details, etc.) must be AI-generated.

• Core Visuals: The underlying core visuals and composition of the project must be generated or altered by AI, even when using live-action or digitally produced assets to assist the production.

• No Private Beta Tools: For the sake of fairness you must use tools that are available to everyone. You cannot use private-beta tools like Sora to generate your visuals.

• Disputes: In case your skills are too good… Curious Refuge has the right to request proof of AI generation. Failure to produce proof may result in your submission being disqualified.

• Likeness: You may not use the likeness of existing actors or people without their consent.

2. Sound:

• Music/SFX Requirement: You are free to use royalty-free music and SFX from your preferred platform (our favorites: Artlist, and Epidemic Sound). You may also use AI-generated music and sfx.

• Voice Overs: You are free to use recorded voiceovers, AI-modulated voices, or create AI-generated voices. There is no requirement for the type of voice that must be included.

3. Length and Quantity:

• Maximum Duration: Your film submission must not exceed 3 minutes. We recommend a minimum of 30 seconds in length.

• Quantity: You may enter the contest with as many films as possible.

4. Genre & Collaboration:

• Original Idea: Your film trailer idea must be original and not connected to existing Intellectual Property. You may use historical figures, but you may not use fictional characters that are owned by other people or studios.

• Thematic Requirement: Your submission is not bound by any thematic requirements, meaning you have complete freedom to choose any theme you prefer. Feel free to explore any genre and express your creative interpretation.

• Collaboration: You may collaborate with others to create the film.

• Previous Work: You may submit a previous trailer you have created as long as it adheres to the rules of this contest.

5. Submission:

• Deadline: All projects must be submitted by June 6th at 11 AM PST.

• Submission Method: Ensure your project is submitted on time to be considered for the contest.

• Link to Submission: The link to the submission page can be found below.

• Link to Full-Size Project: Please use the submission page to submit your project. If your project exceeds 50 MB simply upload a low-res version and include a link to download the full-size version in the submission form. There is a spot for it on the form page. Emailed submissions will not be accepted.

6. Evaluation:

• Judging: Submissions will be evaluated based on creativity, adherence to the AI usage requirements, creativity, uniqueness, consistency, and overall film impact. Essentially, we’re looking for awesome films showcasing your AI storytelling skills. We want you to make us say ‘Wow’. Each judge will bring their own criteria when judging the film.

• Awards: We will announce the winners of the contest by June 19th, 2024.

• Points: Each judge will choose a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner. 1st place votes will receive 5 points each, 2nd place will receive 3, and 3rd place will receive 1 point. The total combined points will determine the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.

• Ties: In the event of a tie, SubMachine’s team will decide on who the winner will be.

7. Additional Information:

• Clarifications: For any doubts or clarifications, feel free to contact the contest organizers at hello@curiousrefuge.com. We are very lenient at Curious Refuge. We will not likely disqualify your film on a technicality as long as you are adhering to the core rules for this competition.

• Updates: Stay tuned for updates and additional information regarding the contest.

8. Sharing

• You are required to share your film online on social media channels, YouTube, Instagram, twitter, etc.

• Be sure to tag Curious Refuge and SubMachine in your post.

• Use the hashtags #CuriousRefuge and #SubMachine so we can find your submission. We often share submissions on our social channels and film gallery throughout the competition.

9. Mandatory Title Card

• Your film must conclude with this title card. (Link to Title Card)

• The title card must be on screen for at least 3 seconds.

• You can have video footage playing behind the title card.

• You can transition to the card in any way you want (fades, dissolves, motivated actions, etc.)

• The title card is in a 4K resolution format. Be sure to scale it down to HD if you submit a 1080p project.