Canon’s Short Film Contest 2023 Calls Malaysians to Showcase “Harmony in Diversity”

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Canon’s Short Film Contest 2023 Calls Malaysians to Showcase “Harmony in Diversity”

The first ever Canon Short Film Contest 2023 is calling for submissions from all aspiring filmmakers and content creators in Malaysia.

This open call is a shout out to all Malaysians, 18 years and above, to showcase their story-telling through film, around the theme of “Harmony in Diversity”.

The contest is open to camera and smartphones users.

Canon-Short-Film-Contest-2023-Harmony-in-Diversity — *The theme for Canon’s Short Film Contest 2023 is Harmony in Diversity.*

President and CEO of Canon Marketing Malaysia, Shunji Yoshikai said the contest is based on the company’s philosophy of “Kyosei” (co-living) and echoes the Canon brand’s dedication to nurturing local creative talents. The initiative is also a proactive step by the company to engage and nurture talent within the local film industry.

“We eagerly await the video entries from burgeoning Malaysian filmmakers, as they depict their interpretations of ‘Harmony in Diversity’ through visual storytelling.

It leverages the power of visual storytelling to unite individuals while celebrating their distinct perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.” said Shunji.

Distinguished industry experts, including Raja Mukhriz and Chew Han Tah, will judge the Canon Short Film 2023 Contest, evaluating submissions for inspirational content, emotional impact, and outstanding technical prowess.

The contest, which accepts entries starting 1st September 2023 until 15 October 2023, also has the endorsement of Tourism Malaysia.

“Every facet of our nation holds its own beauty. From architectural marvels to natural biodiversity, coupled with a unique blend of culture and heritage, Malaysia is a vibrant canvas for those who express themselves through a camera lens. Through this competition, Tourism Malaysia is thrilled to witness aspiring filmmakers capturing the essence of our homeland through their creative lenses,” said Dato’ Dr. Ammar Abd. Ghapar, Director General of Tourism Malaysia.

The contest welcomes entries of short videos between three to ten minutes long, filmed on any brand of cameras or smartphones. There are three categories for entry – Camera, University & Colleges (for university and college students) and Smartphone. Participants can submit their short films through Canon’s official website where the Terms and Conditions for the contest can be found.

*Highly acclaimed Director of Photography Indra Che Muda Redzuan, is among the distinguised panel as a judge for the Canon Short Film 2023 Contest.*

Judges for the contest comprise industry experts such as Raja Mukhriz, a decorated director celebrated for his cinematography expertise; Indra Che Muda Redzuan, a highly respected Director of Photography with a trove of accolades; and Chew Han Tah, a veteran in television programming and storytelling. These judges will evaluate entries based on their ability to inspire, evoke emotions, and showcase exceptional technical prowess.

Participants have the chance to secure an impressive prize pool surpassing RM200,000, with the grand prize winner eligible to claim RM 50,000 in cash. Notably, the rewards encompass offerings from renowned brands Nanlite, SanDisk, Sennheiser, and Zhiyun.

Click here for the latest updates and comprehensive information regarding the Canon Short Film Contest 2023. You can also check out Canon Marketing Malaysia on Facebook and Instagram.