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Pembroke Taparelli's 72 Hour Filmmaker Challenge
Work Worth: Stories of Labor and Wage Equity
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Do you have 72 hours to tell a story that can change the world?
The Pembroke Taparelli Arts & Film Festival (PTAFF) invites youth and adults to take part in the 72-Hour Filmmaker Challenge.
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In just three days, filmmakers will write, shoot, edit, and submit a short film that explores labor and wage equity. From real-life struggles to imagined futures, this challenge amplifies voices, sparks dialogue, and places your story on an international stage.
What is the 72-Hour Filmmaker Challenge?
Do you have 72 hours to tell a story that could change the world?
The Pembroke Taparelli Arts & Film Festival (PTAFF) invites youth and adult creators to take on the 2025 72-Hour Filmmaker Challenge. This unique competition pushes filmmakers to write, shoot, edit, and deliver a powerful short film in just three days.
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This year’s theme, “Work Worth: Stories of Labor and Wage Equity,” challenges participants to explore real-life experiences, historical movements, and visionary futures where dignity, fairness, and equity define the world of work.
Who Can Participate?
🎬 Youth Filmmakers (ages 14–20)
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Grouped in categories: 14–16 and 17–20
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Teams of up to 5 encouraged (solo entries also accepted)
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Younger contributors may participate on teams
🎬 Adult Filmmakers (21 and over)
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Independent creators or small teams welcome
Film Length: 10 minutes maximum
Genres: Revealed at challenge launch
Timeline & Key Dates
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Register Now → Secure your spot and access prep sessions
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Oct 16, 2025 → Free workshops begin
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Oct 24, 2025 | 5PM PST → Challenge officially launches
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Oct 27, 2025 | 11:59PM PST → Submissions due
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Nov 7–9, 2025 → Winning films screened at PTAFF in Los Angeles
Judging Criteria
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Relevance to theme (30%)
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Creativity & originality (25%)
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Technical quality (20%)
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Social impact (15%)
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Clarity of message (10%)
Why Join?
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Learn → Build technical, storytelling, and research skills
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Empower → Amplify your voice and share your truth
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Connect → Join a global movement of artivists
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Showcase → Screen your work at an international festival