In partnership with Parkway Lincoln, RiverRun is hosting the 3rd Lincoln Smartphone Short Film Contest!
The film content/story must be centered around a Lincoln vehicle(s). Participants may interpret this however
they choose and will be judged on creativity and originality.
The films will be screened for free to the community in our Virtual Theater Nov. 25—Dec. 9!
TERMS & CONDITIONS
❖ HOW TO ENTER
Create a short film between 1 – 5 minutes long using only a smartphone.
Submit your film to tiffany@riverrunfilm.com by 5:00PM – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15.
Our panel of Jurors will judge the films and select the top 3 best films which will be awarded these cash prizes:
▪ First: $150
▪ Second: $100
▪ Third: $75
❖ CONTEST RULES
The contest is free, and submissions are open to anyone ages 13 and older. Participants under the age of 18
must have permission from their parent/guardian.
One entry per person.
The only eligible device is a smartphone (mobile phone). No other device is allowed. Any brand or make
qualifies.
Film length must be 1— 5 minutes. An additional 30 seconds of credits may be added to the end. Films that do
not follow these runtime guidelines will not be judged.
The film content/story must be centered around a Lincoln vehicle(s).
Films must be shot by smartphone cameras ONLY. No drones allowed. Other production equipment, lights,
cranes, dollies, etc. can be used. However, no apps or filmmaking equipment are required to submit a film.
Vulgar, offensive language, porn, nudity, or extreme violence are strictly prohibited. Films that result in the
harm of an animal will be disqualified.
Please adhere to any local/state COVID–19 safety protocols when filming.
You may include original music in your film. Pre–recorded music is also permissible. However, you must have
secured the rights to any music used in your film and provide releases. Pre–recorded sound effects are allowed,
but you must have rights to use them. Note: Song parodies (i.e., use of identifiable pre–existing compositions
with new or altered lyrics or music) may not be included in the film without a signed release from the
composition’s rights holder. This rule applies without regard to whether the song parody arguably constitutes
“fair use” under US or international copyright law.
Proper licenses, permission, and clearance for any other artist media (literature, visual artwork) used is
required.
Film must be submitted in one of the following formats (.mp4) (.mov) files; widescreen format (horizontal). No
square or vertical formatted films.
Automatic editing apps are not allowed. Video editing software such as iMovie, Final Cut Pro, etc. on your
phone or computer/laptop/notebook are allowed. Films with app branded watermarks will not be accepted.
By submitting your film, you acknowledge that you have read and understand the terms and conditions of this
contest.
Submit your film by 5:00PM –MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15 to tiffany@riverrunfilm.com
