"For nearly two decades, Aspen Shortsfest has created a vital exhibition platform for this underappreciated art form," says Aspen Film Program Director George Eldred. "Our International Competition serves as a launching pad for emerging talent and provides an inspiring rendezvous point for filmmakers from all over the world. While shorts enjoy wider exposure today, the big-screen festival experience, with its camaraderie, remains unique as a touchstone for creators and appreciators of short cinema."
Complete competition guidelines are available at www.aspenfilm.org.
About Aspen Shortsfest
Recently named by Indiewire as one of the world's top-50 leading film festivals, Aspen Shortsfest is widely recognized as a premier North American showcase for short film and video. Each spring it draws talented filmmakers and industry professionals from around the world to celebrate the art of short cinema with enthusiastic audiences. Recent jurors and panelists have included actress Meg Ryan, producer Sarah Siegel-Magness (Precious), and directors Jason Reitman (Up in the Air), Julie Taymor (The Tempest), Paul Haggis (Crash), and Alexander Payne (Sideways).
Awarding cash and other prizes in several categories, Aspen Shortsfest is also recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as a qualifying festival in its live-action and animated short film categories; these designated best-of-category winners may become eligible for Academy Award® consideration. Some past award winners garnering Oscars® or nominations include On the Line, Lavatory-Lovestory, The Substitute, Tanghi Argentini, The Danish Poet, and God Sleeps in Rwanda.
Aspen Shortsfest 2011 is sponsored by Colorado Creative Industries, the City of Aspen, The Aspen Times, Hotel Jerome, Sky Hotel, and Aspen Public Radio, with special support provided by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
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About Aspen Film. Established in 1979, Aspen Film is one of Colorado's most active film arts organizations, presenting dynamic programs and featured guest artists throughout the year. Internationally recognized, Aspen Film organizes a major film event in every season, along with an extensive education program: Aspen Filmfest, Academy Screenings, Aspen Shortsfest, and Film Educates. With a mission to enlighten, enrich, educate, and entertain through film, Aspen Film stimulates thought, encourages dialogue, and broadens understanding of our world and ourselves through the diverse spectrum of ideas presented by filmmakers worldwide. To learn more, visit www.aspenfilm.org.
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