INFORMATION

BOOKLET

P R O J E C T S U P P O R T E D B Y

T O R C H L I G H T Y O U T H F I L MF E S T I V A L

D R U G A W A R E

Welcome to the Drug Aware Torchlight Youth Film Festival!

This booklet contains everything you'll need to know about the program. Whether you're just starting out or consider yourself a pro, we'd love to see whatyou have to offer. The only restrictions on your film are that you have to fit thetheme, be under 15 minutes and conform to a PG rating. Everything else it up to

you! Show us your creativity and showcase your artistic flare.There will also be a few skill building workshop days to look out for, as well as the

final screening night!

This event is run by the City of Kalamunda Youth Services, and is only possiblethrough the support and funding from the Drug Aware YCulture grant, Propel

Youth Arts and Healthway.

I N T R O D U C T I O N

1 AUGUST - Information booklet released and festival launches

I M P O R T A N TD A T E S &I N F O R M A T I O N

1 SEPTEMBER - Film Submission Opens

27 NOVEMBER - Film Screening Night and Award Ceremony

5 OCTOBER - Film Day Workshop 1

1 NOVEMBER - Film Submissions Close

There will be two age categories: 14 and Under & 15 - 25

Films can be submitted from an individual or a group.

Either the individual or one member from the team MUST live,work or study within the City of Kalamunda.

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I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N

12 OCTOBER - Film Day Workshop 2

T H E M E : ' E X P L O R I N G C U L T U R E '

DEFINITION OF CULTURE:The set of shared attitudes, values,goals, and practices thatcharacterises an institution,organisation or social group.

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J U D G I N GC R I T E R I A

The film must be 15 minutes or under (credits are to be included within this

time limit)

The film must fit/follow the theme 'Exploring Culture'

Anyone who appears in the film that can be identified must complete a photo

consent form (see forms attached to web page)

The applicant must submit a piece of writing explaining the story line of the

film and how it fits the theme. Explanations cannot exceed 500 words

The film must adhere to a PG rating (see next page for more information)

One person working on the film must either live, work or study within the cities

boundaries. Evidence of their status must be provided (see next page)

The film must include at least one Kalamunda landmark as stated on the list

provided (see next page).

The film will be judged on its creativity. This will include how the story line is

portrayed based on your written explanation, film construction, visual

aesthetic how you incorporate the theme and landmarks. You will not be

judged based on the quality of the equipment used (smartphone films are

accepted) 

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For example: religion, hobbies (like sportand art), beliefs and even certain objects

J U D G I N G C R I T E R I A :C L A R I F I C A T I O N

PG Rating Definition:

Mild impact Violence should be mild and infrequent, and be justified by context.Sexual violence is not permitted.Sexual activity should be minimal and if included, be mild, discreetlyimplied and be justified by context.Coarse language should be mild and infrequent, and be justified bycontext. No swearing.Sex, nudity, smoking, drug references and drug use are not permitted.

Evidence of Status:

LIVE: Address of residence and contact numberWORK: Business name, employer name and contact numberSTUDY: Letter from a teacher or principal confirming enrollment

K A L A M U N D A L A N D M A R K SKalamunda Library Stain Glass Window

Strik Park

The Zig Zag

Lesmurdie Falls (waterfall)

Bibbulum track sign in Kalamunda

Hartfield Park Recreation Centre

Forrestfield Skate Park

Sculpture at Federation Gardens

Fleming Reserve Playground

Maida Vale Reserve

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Landmarks may beincorporated in any way theparticipant wishes. This may bevisually or via audio reference.  Only ONE landmark needs tobe included to fulfill thecriteria. See next page for photos oflandmarks.

(Parental guidance recommended)

*If you are unsure if your content is suitable, please seek clarification fromCity of Kalamunda Youth Services

At least one member of your group must live, work or study in the City ofKalamunda. In your submission, you must include evidence of which relates toyou:

KALAMUNDA

LANDMARKS

Kalamunda Library Stain Glass Window Stirk Park

The Zig Zag

Bibbulum Track Sign - Kalamunda

Forrestfield Skate Park

Lesmurdie Falls

Sculpture at Federation Gardens

Fleming Reserve Playground or Skatepark Maida Vale Reserve

Hartfield Park Recreation Centre

There will be two filming days where an industry professional will teach you thetricks of the trade and let you use their equipment to do some filming. The groupwill be transported to two different locations in the City of Kalamunda to get a

variety of shots. This footage will be used to create a short film that will be shownat the final screening night! Use the skills you learn on these days to help shape

your own short film for the competition!

F I L M I N G D A Y S

FILMING DAY ONE5 OCTOBER 2019

9:30am – 12pm Overview, storyboard, brainstorming of idea and shooting strategy.12 – 12:20 Lunch12:20 – 12:30 Drive to location (BUS)12:30 – 3:20 Filming3:20 – 3:30 Drive back to City of

KalamundaAdministration Building

9:30am - 3:30pm

FILMING DAY TWO12 OCTOBER 2019

9:30am – 9:45am Arrival9:45 – 10 Drive to Location 10 – 12:30 Filming12:30 – 12:45 Lunch12:45 – 1 Drive Back to City of Kalamunda Administration Building1 – 3:30 Look over raw footage, learn about editing.

9:30am - 3:30pm

*Both workshops capped at 15 people. Register via the Website to secure a spot.

During the school holidays!

FREE FREE

For the 15 - 25 age group only

SCREEN ING N IGHT

The screening night is set to be huge! This night will provide the ultimate cinematic experience, making you feel like a

professional film maker.

Opening the event will be a local film maker that will showcase their short filmand chat about their experience entering the industry. Then the short film made by

as a result of the two day filming workshops will be shown!

Then, all of your amazing short films will make their way onto the big screen.

Finally, the awards ceremony and congratulations to all participants.

LOCAL FILMMAKER TALK AND SHOWCASE

THE FILM WORKSHOPS' SHORT FILM SHORT FILMS SCREENING

AWARDS

*Exact times will be released closer to date

INCLUDES:

27 NOVEMBER

2019

KALAMUNDA

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ARTS CENTRE

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What needs to be in the final submission:

Title of the FilmContact information for all group membersExplanation of the piece (500 word limit)Name of the person who lives, works or studieswithin the City's boundaries and their evidenceCredit list of everyone who contributed/worked onthe projectPhoto consent forms for those acting or viewedwithin the short film (see form on web page)

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H O W T O S U B M I T F I N A LP R O D U C T

Finished your film? Amazing! This is how to send it to us:Online submission via YouTube

Upload your film to YouTube (can be listed as public or

hidden so only we can see it) and email us the video URL.

See the link on our Facebook Event Page 'Drug AwareTorchlight Youth Film Festival' for a video explanation on

how to upload to YouTube if you need some help.

When sending us the link, make sure you also submit acompleted application form which can be downloadedfrom the website. Plus, add in any photo consent forms

for people in your film (see next page or on website)

If you have any questions please contact Youth Services on 9257 9968 or email youth@kalamunda.wa.gov.au

For all forms, online submissions and information,visit www.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/torchlight

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To see what else Youth Services have on offer, visitwww.kalamunda.wa.gov.au/youth

The Influence @theinfluencecityofkalamunda

For more on Propel Youth Arts WA visit @propelyouthartswa

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