The Verve Dance Film Festival (VDFF) is centered around EDUCATION & OPPORTUNITY!!
We are a launching-pad for dance filmmakers and directors of all levels & backgrounds.
EDUCATION //
Our panel of judges (...all experts in their various fields of film, editing, dance, choreography, etc...) provide our finalists with personalized and professional feedback, both written and verbal, to assist our participants in learning, growing, and improving as artists. (WE BELIEVE THIS TO BE THE MOST VALUABLE ASPECT OF OUR FESTIVAL!!)
OPPORTUNITY //
We give filmmakers the opportunity to showcase their works on a large theater screen, in front of an audience of up to 350 dance and film enthusiasts. We also provide networking opportunities between dancers, choreographers, photographers, filmmakers, editors, etc. (VDFF is a great place to connect with and meet new artists!)
HIGHLIGHTS //
Last year (season #1) VDFF was honored to showcase 21 independent films, by 21 different filmmakers, with 7 countries represented!
We invite you to participate! Our first festival was INCREDIBLE last year, and it's only going up from here!
JUDGE'S CHOICE AWARDS //
-1st place: Certificate + $100 + Verve swag + Professional feedback on film
-2nd place: Certificate + $75 + Verve swag + Professional feedback on film
-3rd place: Certificate + $50 + Verve swag + Professional feedback on film
RECOGNITIONS //
-Best Choreography for a Lens: Certificate + Professional feedback on film
-Best Cinematography: Certificate + Professional feedback on film
-Best Production Design: Certificate + Professional feedback on film
-Editing Award: Certificate + Professional feedback on film
-Expression Award: Certificate + Professional feedback on film
-Storytelling Award: Certificate + Professional feedback on film
-Audience Choice Award: Certificate + Professional feedback on film