ABOUT THE
COMPETITION
This is the 2nd year, for the film competition, at Mare Island Preserve, part of the NightMARE Island Haunt.
Last year, we had screened some amazing short films to a sold out room. Everyone that presented a film, had the opportunity to talk about their film, the process and received amazing questions and feedback, from the audience.
This year, the same thing, anyone is welcome to submit a scary, thriller, suspenseful, or chilling 10 minute short film or less, for the chance to be entered into the 2nd NightMARE Island Film Competition! Hoping to have better prizes, this time around!
Last year, winners got to take him photo cards with their films printed onto the limited edition photos, taken by festival director, Jessica Brown!
This year, we are hoping to have more for those participating and submitting!
Happy filmmaking and good luck!
SPONSOR
Check out current sponsors and information on how you can contribute, to the cause!
The team of NightMARE Island and the NightMARE Film Competition would love to extend a HUGE thank you, to Jack and the team at, "The Man Cave America!"
For this years, competition, Jack and the team will be lending their expertise and equipment; a projector, audio/sound, at the competition, October 21st!
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Events
Five Free Entries
August 31st, Thursday
At specific times, Halloween and Mare Island Trivia will be posted on the film competition page. The winner with a correct response and has a film ready to submit, will be given a free entry into the competition.
Times:
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10:00 am
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12:00 pm
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02:00 pm
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05:00 pm
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07:00 pm
48 Hour Halloween Film Competition
September 21st-24th, Thursday thru Sunday
The winning short film would be screened during the, “Sponsors Recognition Ceremony,” before the film competition begins.
Time of films are to be no longer than 10 minutes.
Daily Activities
Friday thru Saturday:
Team leaders and anyone that is needing to join a team, meets at a determined location, to complete registration and find out the clues that need to be included in their short films. The meeting time starts at 4:00 pm. Clues given out at 5:00 pm.
Competition starts at 5:30 pm.
Team leaders will manage their group, the next 48 hours and have the responsibility to bring back the film, completed, by 5:30 pm, Sunday.
Sunday:
Film are due, at 5:30 pm, Sunday.
Screening of films, start at 6:00, Sunday, SHARP!
The competing films will be reviewed and voted on.
The winning short will be screened during the, “Sponsors Recognition Ceremony.”
Registration and Film Drop off, to take place, at, Man Cave America.
Grand Jury Selection Party
September 23rd, Saturday, 2017
1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
2nd NightMARE Island Film Competition
October 21st, Friday, 2017
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
01:00 - 02:00 PM - Decorating and Tech Set up
02:00 - 03:00 PM - Technical Rehearsal
03:00 - 05:00 PM - BREAK
05:00 - Doors Open
05:30 - 06:30 PM - Meet, Greet and Mix!
06:30 - 07:00 PM - “Sponsors Recognition Ceremony”
07:00 - 08:50 PM - NightMARE Island Film Competition
08:50 - 09:20 PM - Filmmakers Q&A
09:20 - 09:30 PM - Announce Winners
09:30 - 10:00 PM - Wrap Party
10:00 Close Down
“Sponsors Recognition Ceremony”
This half hour will be dedicated to those who have participated, donated and contributed to this venture. The winning short from the 48 Hour Film Competition will be screened during this celebration, as well.
Supported by the Following Community Members and Organizations:
Media ads made, by; Jessica Brown
All displayed media ads are community members and organizations, that donated to the film competition. Their generous contributions helped to ensure the participants receive the fullest opportunity, of showcasing their skills to industry professionals and enthusiasts. As well as, helping to ensure the guest judges, time and efforts are appreciated and respected.
Thank you, everyone and those looking to get involved, soon!
The "John Stanley" Award
Congratulations to ,
Tony Alfaro and his team, for. completing the first ever, "John Stanley 48 Hour Horror Film Competition," and taking home the top prize!
"No More Clowns," was Mr. Alfaro's entry and will receive the award from Mr. Stanley, himself
See you, October 21st!
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