Fair, transparent evaluation by industry experts
Films are evaluated across five key dimensions, each weighted equally
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All submissions are screened for technical compliance, legal requirements, and adherence to contest rules.
Each film is independently evaluated by 3-5 industry professionals using our standardized scoring system.
Scores are compiled and ranked. Top-scoring films advance to final round deliberation.
Final deliberation determines Grand Prize, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Honorable Mentions.
Films are evaluated by industry professionals with proven expertise
Award-winning filmmakers with feature film and commercial experience
Creative directors and marketing professionals from leading agencies
Programming directors from major international film festivals
Production company founders and entertainment industry leaders
Judges evaluate films without knowing filmmaker identities, ensuring unbiased assessment based solely on creative merit.
Judges with personal or professional connections to filmmakers must disclose and recuse themselves from evaluation.
All judges use the same evaluation rubric with clear criteria and scoring guidelines for consistency.
Each film receives 3-5 independent reviews to minimize individual bias and ensure balanced assessment.
Filmmakers may request clarification on decisions, though scores and rankings are final once announced.
Winners and notable finalists are publicly announced with brief judge commentary on winning films.
Submissions may be disqualified for the following reasons
Plagiarism or copyright infringement
Failure to meet technical specifications
Missing or incomplete legal documentation
Non-adherence to brand guidelines
Offensive or inappropriate content
Submission after deadline
Contact our team for clarification on any aspect of our judging policy