CineCats - What We Want!

CineCats seeks films that tell a story: with a beginning, middle, and an ending. We are looking for documentaries, experimental films, animated films – in short, just about any type of well-conceived film you’re interested in making, which will tell viewers about something “BIG.”

CineCats will only accept films up to 10 minutes in length, including credits – NO EXCEPTIONS (previous films have been as short at 30 seconds!). Remember, length is not a criterion in judging; quality is. All films will be judged on their storyline, technical merits, interest, how well they use the medium to tell a story, and their overall entertainment value.

Note: When submitting your project, remember that our panel will be looking for your underlying storyline or theme. Also, we encourage you to compose or use original music so that we can broadcast your film on KCAT TV-15, the Los Gatos community TV station (using music for which you do not have the specific rights will prevent your film from being broadcast on television).

CineCats will not accept corporate demo reels, personal demo reels, industrials, films that solicit goods or services, or training videos.

In order to be accepted into the CineCats Film Showcase, ALL of the following criteria must be met:

The film submitter must hold one of the principal film positions
The film submitter must satisfy one of the following requirements:
- Current or former residents of Los Gatos/Monte Sereno (or have parent who is current/former resident)
- Current or former students of a school in the Los Gatos-Saratoga Union High School District
- Those who have a continuing connection to the Los Gatos community (i.e., business owners)
- Current enrollees in art, drama or film classes with the Los Gatos-Saratoga Recreation Department
Each film must be 10 minutes or less in length (including credits), and be consistent with the types of films CineCats is seeking (i.e., conveying a “BIG” idea of some sort).
Each film must be accompanied by a completed 2009 CineCats application form, along with the appropriate non-refundable entry fee ($10 for adults, $10 for students).
Each film must be accompanied by a four-sentence synopsis stapled to its entry form.
Each film must be labeled clearly on the media (not on the jewel case) with your name, primary contact information, the film’s title, and its total run-time.
All films must be in DVD format. Please check your DVD to make sure that it is compatible with current DVD players.
Your film must be received by Wednesday, April 30, 2009. NO EXCEPTIONS. CineCats looks forward to receiving your film! For more information, email inquiries to CineCats Questions email Marianne Lucchesi Hamilton.