Challenge Overview
What is the DFC Film Challenge?
A unique opportunity for filmmakers to create short films within 72 hours. Designed to inspire creativity, collaboration, and rapid storytelling, the challenge fosters a supportive community and offers valuable industry exposure.
General Rules & Guidelines
What Participants Get:
- Collaboration Sheet: Connect with fellow filmmakers for key roles and build your dream team.
- Lab Workshops & Mentorship: Participate in virtual and in-person sessions covering technical skills, creative guidance, and industry insights. Mentors provide one-on-one feedback throughout the challenge.
- Technical & Creative Brief: Delivered at the start of the challenge, including themes, required props, and practical constraints.
- Gear Access: Borrow equipment from our sponsor list at no cost (COI required).
Challenge Rules:
- Films must be under 7 minutes.
- Submit your film via FilmFreeway by the deadline.
- Editing and color grading must be done in required Edit tools to qualify for DFC prizes.
- Follow industry safety protocols and maintain a respectful, inclusive environment.
- All content must be original or properly licensed—films with unlicensed materials will be disqualified.
- All footage must be shot within the 72-hour challenge period.
Prizes & Recognition:
- DFC will award 300,000 BDT in prize money for top films and filmmakers.
- All filmmaking departments—from cinematography to sound design—will be recognized for their incredible creative contributions.
***Note : DFC frequent update the rules and guidelines .
Registration Process
- How to Register for the Film Challenge Access the Form
- Click on this registration link to open the form.
- Provide Your Information
- Fill in your full name and email address so we can send you important updates and challenge details.
- Indicate your preferred role in the production (e.g., actor, director, DP, editor, sound designer, etc.).
- Team Information
- If you already have a team, list their names and roles.
- No team? No problem! You can register as an individual, and we’ll connect you with other participants through our Collaboration Sheet
- Submit the Form
- Double-check your details and hit Submit to complete your registration.
What Happened Next
- After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with important information and a link to the Crew Collaboration Sheet
- You will get all the exclusive updates to you register email only
- Use this resource to connect with other participants, form a team, or find specific roles for your project.
- On the start date of the challenge, we’ll send you a detailed Technical & Creative Brief with all the guidelines, including the required prop and theme.
72hr FILM CHALLENGE
The DFC 72hr Film Challenge is exclusively for underrepresented, independent filmmakers of Bangladesh. Participants will have 72 hours to create and submit original films, showcasing their talent to both national and international audiences.