ULTIMATE FILM CHALLENGE SCREENING
The clock was ticking. The cameras were rolling. Back in May, we challenged creators to make the ultimate short film under a brutal deadline. Now, it’s time to see what they built. Stream the official challenge screening and experience high-stakes filmmaking at its finest.
Ultimate Short Film Challenge
The Ultimate Short Film Challenge is a filmmaking competition where teams race against the clock to create a short film from scratch in just four days. Whether you're a first-time filmmaker or an experienced creator, this challenge is your chance to showcase your storytelling skills and compete for awards, prizes and cash money.
WHAT WE DO!
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RUSH YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL
RUSH is a multi-day takeover of the Niagara Region — packed with short film screenings, panels, live feedback sessions, special events, and moments that only happen when filmmakers and audiences share the same room.
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RUSH AFTER DARK FILM FESTIVAL
RUSH After Dark is a, celebration of horror, grindhouse, and genre films that live on the edge of mainstream cinema.
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ULTIMATE SHORT FILM CHALLENGE
The Ultimate Short Film Challenge is a worldwide 4 day filmmaking challenge where teams write, shoot, and edit a short film. With creative restrictions, filmmakers race the clock to submit their film before the deadline. Top films will screen at the RUSH Youth Film Festival in Niagara, Canada.
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SHORT FILM BOOTCAMP
With mentors by their side, participants will learn the art of storytelling, film production, and post-production, resulting in a cinematic masterpiece that's showcased at a glittering red carpet gala attended by family, friends, and the public.
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pitch night
Pitch your projects to industry professionals for a chance to win a Development Assistance Package Each Pitch Night winner will advance to the year-end competition, where one filmmaker will have their film produced by Jarico Films for Youth.
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Scene Study
Designed to give students a comprehensive introduction to the world of acting. This class covers the basics such as script analysis, character development, working with a director etc.
