24 FRAMES PER SECOND: STORYTELLING WITH STILL IMAGES

Leaning on the fundamental building blocks of cinema, we invite you to tell a story using just twenty-four still frames.

Apply with a carefully thought-out idea based on the theme below that can be achieved using 24 still frames.

THEME = ZAWYA STORIES: AN EVENING AT THE CINEMA

 

WHO CAN JOIN:

  • Emerging and established filmmakers 

  • Artists from relevant creative backgrounds

  •  Film lovers

DETAILS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • Apply in teams of 2-3. 

  • One team and one idea per application.

  • Be as clear and detailed as possible in your idea description! Make sure to include any actors or key props that will be involved.

  • Sound design, subtitles, and music can be applied in post-production. 

  • All will be shot on analog cameras using black & white film stock.

  • The workshop will provide technical orientation, as well as all equipment and materials used (including cameras, film, etc.)

  • Short films produced will be presented to fellow teams on December 14, 2024, and shared widely on social media.

WORKSHOP DATES:

Tuesday, December 3rd // 5-9 PM ORIENTATION + PRE-PRODUCTION 

Wednesday, December 4th - Saturday, 7th = Shooting period

Saturday, December 14th // 3:30-6:30PM FINAL REVIEW SESSION

LOCATION:

Zawya Cinema

15, Emad El Dien Str. Downtown

LANGUAGE OF THE WORKSHOP

English + Arabic

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION

27th Nov midnight

Only accepted applicants will be contacted via email on Thursday, November 28, 2024

The workshop is free of charge.

Apply Now