5th Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala

Trivandrum, 7 June 2012: 5th Documentary and Short Film Festival of Kerala will be held from  8th – 12th June 2012 at Trivandrum, Kerala, India. The festival, a unique venture in India is being organized by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy for the Dept of Cultural Affairs, Govt of Kerala as part of its endeavor to catalyse a vibrant documentary and short film movement.

Sections:
A National Competition Section under the following categories:
1) Long Documentary (over 40mts)
2) Short Documentary
3) Short Fiction (under 70mts)
4) Animation
5) Music Videos

B.Campus films competition for films produced by students from Educational Institutions above Higher Secondary level based in Kerala:
1) Short Fiction works 20min and less.

C. National and International non competitive sections with the following categories.
1) Long Documentary Section (over 40mts)
2) Short Documentary Section
3) Short Fiction section (under 70mts)
4) Public Interest spots
5) Music Videos
6) Animation Films
7) Student Productions (Director must provide proof of being a bonafide student)

There will also be specially curated sections focusing on issues, themes, countries and the works of filmmakers. The programme will also include Interaction/Workshop Sections with Media and Professionals from all over India.