ATLANTA, Aug. 2, 2007 – Delta Air Lines (NYSE: DAL) invites emerging filmmakers to showcase original short films on its on-demand in-flight entertainment system and on delta.com. Delta is partnering with Gen Art -- an organization dedicated to showcasing the best emerging talent in film, fashion, visual arts and music -- to host the second annual “Delta’s Fly-In Movies” national short film competition. The Official Airline of the 2008 Sundance Film Festival, Delta offers filmmakers a unique opportunity to showcase their short films, and win cash, travel and a trip to the 2008 Sundance Film Festival.
Film submissions are being accepted through Sept. 12, 2007. Industry professionals will choose five finalists who will have their short films shown online at delta.com and on Delta’s domestic transcontinental flights, through its industry leading in-flight entertainment system. Viewer’s will vote on the winning film Dec. 1, 2007 through Jan. 20, 2008.
All five finalists will receive a trip to the 2008 Sundance Film Festival to attend “Delta’s Fly-In Movies” celebration, where the winning film will be announced. The winning filmmaker will receive a $10,000 cash award and a pair of round-trip tickets valid for any international Delta flight*. Last year’s winning filmmaker, Phillip Van (“High Maintenance”), went on to win the Audience and Grand Jury prize for short film at the 2007 Gen Art Film Festival, as well as a very prestigious Student Academy Award.
Delta’s Fly-In Movies submission requirements are the following:
- All entries must be of no greater duration than 10 minutes;
- All genres will be considered;
- Film must have been completed after September 2006;
- Submission deadline: Sept. 12 to: Gen Art, Attn: Delta Fly-In Competition, 133 W. 25th Street, 6th Fl, New York, NY 10001;
- Submission fee: FREE until Aug. 31; $20, thereafter (check, money order, credit card);
- All submissions must be on DVD;
- All submissions will also be considered for 2008 Gen Art Film Festival.
*Additional taxes, fees and restrictions apply to ticket prize. See below for details.
The official entry form and a complete list of contest rules for Delta’s Fly-In Movies are available at www.genart.org/deltashorts.
Note: The winning short film will not be part of the 2008 Sundance Film Festival official program.
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Gen Art is one of the leading arts and entertainment organization dedicated to showcasing the best emerging talent in film, fashion, visual arts and music. With offices in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami and San Francisco, Gen Art has succeeded in launching the careers of many young filmmakers, fashion designers, visual artists and musicians, providing them with high-profile events that welcome industry and new audiences alike. Gen Art was founded in 1993 by Ian and Stefan Gerard. The organization has quickly become a leader in championing the talent of a new generation.
Gen Art's film program includes over 60 events each year including the Gen Art Film Festival which will be celebrating its 13th year in 2008, its national film screening program which includes over 40 film screenings across the country each year, its "Cinema Circle" program as well as various
customized film programs like "Shorts on the Beach" that occur throughout the year.
*Ticket prizes are in Economy (Coach) class and do not include the September 11th Security Fee of up to $10.00 USD round-trip or for U.S. or international travel, U.S. or foreign user, inspection, customs, security or other similarly based charges, fees or taxes of up to $250.00 USD, depending on the itinerary. These taxes and fees are the responsibility of the passenger and must be paid at the time the ticket is booked. Prize travel seats are limited and may not be available on all flights or in all markets. Additional restrictions may apply. See the Rules for details.
