Berkeley Campus MovieFest

Over 130 teams got everything they needed to make a five minute masterpiece in a week — including an Apple laptop, a digital video camera, and tech support — ALL FOR FREE! Teams even got a handset from AT&T to shoot behind-the-scenes footage. The top movies will win amazing prizes and every movie has a chance of being shown on the big screen!

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About the Movies

You can make a movie about anything. Featured categories include Best Picture, Best Drama, and Best Comedy. We have also partnered with OurStage for a brand new online competition offering $2,000 more in prizes–click here for the details.

And this year, we're also proud to offer a new social justice category brought to you by the Elfenworks Foundation. Find out more about the opportunity to make a movie to make a difference, and possibly win a $10,000 grant.

Guidelines

The most important movie guidelines are that the submissions must be five minutes or less created during Campus MovieFest week. Also, permission is needed for any music used in the movies that's not original -- fortunately, CMF provides you with thousands of tracks to consider from top local artists.

CMF and AT&T

AT&T is proud to partner with Campus MovieFest. AT&T is hooking you up with the latest deals on wireless plans and handsets, plus a chance to try out the latest video phones and include them in your movie.

AT&T and CMF will also showcase the top movies for the nation to see exclusively on AT&T handsets. Text CMF to FILM (3456) to check them out. Take a look at the details.

CMF is For You

Never made a movie before? Don't worry -- just grab some friends, sign up for free, and we'll help the entire way. We'll give you everything you need and get all of your questions answered. The judges will focus on your stories, and not your technical skills.

Are you an award-winning student filmmaker? Great, join in the fun for a chance at huge prizes and to be seen across the country, by studio execs, on AT&T handsets, on OurStage, in-flight on Virgin America, and online in the world's largest student film festival.

Campus Ambassadors

We are always looking for more help. Contact us to join the CMF team @ UC Berkeley. And special thanks to Superb, Cal Rec Sports, and Giant for making this year's event possible.

Bay Area Grand Finale

All of the nominated movies from each Northern California school's Campus MovieFest will be in the running for this best-of-the-best showcase. The top movies in the Bay Area will be rewarded and featured at this unforgettable night. We look forward to seeing you at the California Theatre in San Jose on Friday, October 19. Stay tuned for more info.

Prizes

We know students participate in CMF to tell their stories... but over $400,000 in prizes this year can't hurt either. Get a chance to win iPods, mobile phones from AT&T, trips to meet studio execs, $10,000 cash grants, Macs, and more, just by creating an amazing short movie or showing up to enjoy the red carpet finales. Also, visit OurStage.com to find out more about the new online competition and $2,000 in additional cash prizes.

Special thanks to OVGuide for their support of Campus MovieFest. Check out The Online Video Guide.