The 3rd Annual Shortcuts short film contest is underway. 

Shortcuts is a statewide short film competition designed to encourage growth in Illinois’ film industry.  The competition is open to all Illinois residents over the age of 18 and students over the age of 18 who attend Illinois colleges and universities.  The winning entry will receive a cash prize and the winning film will screen during the Chicago International Film Festival.

Participants may use any format- film, video, graphics and/or animation- to tell a narrative story, a documentary or free form visual expression of ideas.  Submissions must be 15 minutes or less in running time.  Entries will be judged by a panel of film industry professionals.  Submissions must be postmarked by August 31, 2010.

2010 Shortcuts Application


2008 Shortcuts Winner
2009 Shortcuts Winner