We are continually amazed by the creativity of star wars fans, and this years entries truly dazzled and delighted us. This week on a very special episode of the star wars show, we announce the winners of the star wars fan awards 2018 with a glitterencrusted, goldplated, streamercovered extravaganza featuring your hosts andi and anthony, special presenters including chopper and kevin the ewok, and most importantly you, the fans, and your awardwinning videos, photos, and visual art. In recent years, this has ranged from writing fan fiction to creating fan films. It wont be as spectacular as hollywoods special effects, but provided you. Star wars fan film awards the star wars fan film awards, a celebration of fan creativity inspired by a galaxy far, far away, are back. Congratulations to the star wars fan film awards 2016 winners lucasfilm and are proud to present the winners of the star wars fan film awards 2016 a celebration of fandom and a galaxy far, far away. Also, there is an original film score which you can download in our music section. The star wars saga has inspired many fans to create their own noncanon material set in the star wars galaxy. Check out the winner for best commercial parody at the 2006 official star wars fan film awards. Marvel studios president kevin feige is developing a new star wars movie for disney, variety has learned. The rules of the competition permitted the use of licensed.
Who doesnt dream of seeing themselves as a jedi, holding a lightsaber, or dream of being a smuggler, evading bounty hunters. The official star wars fan film awards logo the official star wars fan film awards is an annual contest put forth by lucasfilm and atomfilms to showcase and acknowledge the growing genre of fan films made by, for, and about fans of the star wars saga. The official star wars fan film awards star wars fanpedia. Please see the full list of winners below and be sure. Tips on how to make a great star wars fan awards film and more. Guide to star wars filmmaking by skyler jace taran hall.
Jj abrams launches fan film awards 2016 radio times. Marvels kevin feige developing star wars movie for disney. If it were not for the huge fan contributions, star wars would not. Made a short fan film challenge for anyone interested. Liam neeson has squashed any suggestion of a return to the star wars universe or appearing in a superhero movie again. So the best answer to this question is now follow these specific rules if you dont want to b. Rules changed in 2007 after all star wars movies have been released and fan fiction is now allowed. Originally launched in 2002, the star wars fan film awards officially acknowledged and embraced the fan film genre, giving fans an official forum to express their love of star wars through film. The filmmakers behind the next star wars movie are ready to watch yours is thrilled to announce that rogue one. Fanfilm awards ffa is a ceremony recognizing artistic film makers in the independent film community. Episode i the phantom menace and ras al ghul in christopher nolans dark knight trilogy of batman films.
Submissions are officially open for the star wars fan. The 2016 star wars fan film awards are looking for you the 2016 star wars fan film awards are now open. Lucasfilm steps in after fanfilm that tried to follow the. An expansion of the star wars fan film awards, a longstanding lucasfilm tradition, the star. The star wars franchise has become one of the most wellknown movie and transmedia franchises ever created. I imagine there were a ton of entries this year, and it probably wasnt an easy task to narrow all of those down. The star wars fan film awards are back and star wars. Jan, 2020 the rise of skywalker is the newest hope for a star wars oscar. On the peaceful world of bamacosh, a young man flees from three dark pursuers. Lucasfilm holds an annual star wars fan film awards which they call the ultimate celebration of star wars fan creativity.
A star wars story director gareth edwards, coproducer john swartz, and executive producer john knoll will be judges for the star wars fan film awards filmmaker select award. For some of us, its something weve always wanted to do. In 2002, lucasfilm sponsored the first annual official star wars fan film awards, officially recognizing filmmakers. Take a load off and enjoy watching many of the winning films of lucasfilms star wars fan film awards from 2015 2018. Disney has decisions to make about the next star wars era. With its capital ships, starfighter squadrons, and accessible rules, star wars. The filmmaker select will go to the movie deemed best overall. How far can you go when making a fan film or tribute movie. The scifi channel presents a tv spectacular honoring the best homemade satires of the star wars universe from lucasfilms first offical star wars fan film awards. Star wars expands fan film awards to photos, art in 2018. Lucasfilm and are thrilled to announce the star wars fan awards 2018, the.
Make your own star wars short for fun and profit engadget. Star wars fan awards 2018 the official star wars fan film. The nominations for the 92nd academy awards were announced monday, and the final installment of the skywalker saga is. The story takes place between episodes 3 and 4 of the star wars saga. The annual competition, which has been running in one form or another since 2002, asks fans to create their own short films based in or. Its funny enough for us fans though that it makes for an entertaining movie the first time through, but repeated viewings dont stand up as well because the cameo surprises are old news and the trivia moments dont hold up. To participate in the contest, you contestant must agree to and abide by these official rules. Fan films are a way for us to fulfill those dreams. May 12, 2002 the scifi channel presents a tv spectacular honoring the best homemade satires of the star wars universe from lucasfilms first offical star wars fan film awards. Jul 18, 2016 star trek wants to regulate fan culture, but its not going to be easy. Abrams about making your own 5 minute film for the contest. Make your own star wars fan film for lucasfilms 2016 contest. Star wars fans can be the best and worst of fandom, but lucasfilm believes in its community so strongly that its continuing a longstanding tradition of giving out awards for fan projects this used to be solely for fan films, which was a longtime lucasfilm tradition at the star wars fan film awards, but for 2018, the program will be known as the star wars fan awards 2018. Feige will join lucasfilm president kathleen kennedy on an upcoming st.
The star wars fan film awards is now accepting submissions. Available now on are the top 25 entries of the star wars fan film awards comedies, actionadventures, and more creative. The official star wars fan film awards is an annual contest put forth by lucasfilm ltd. The rise of skywalker closes the book on the skywalker saga and marks the end of an era for lucasfilm, the company that series creator george lucas founded almost five decades ago. Its time to choose the audience choice award winner of the star wars fan film awards, and youre our only hope.
Rules for making star wars fan films general discussion im currently working on a fan film concept and was curious if anyone here had some insight into what the rules are about this currently. Feb 21, 2017 update 2017 since i originally answered this question back in 2014 cbs and paramount have published a very specific list of guidelines for fan films. Lucasfilm has announced the winners of the 2016 star wars fan film awards, and theyve released the short films of the seven winners for you to watch, which ive embedded for you below. An expansion of the star wars fan film awards, a longstanding lucasfilm tradition, the star wars fan awards will highlight the unique talents and gifts of the star wars fan galaxy. The official star wars fan film awards is an annual contest put forth by lucasfilm and atomfilms to showcase and acknowledge the growing genre of fan films made by, for, and about fans of the star wars saga. Fueled only by their passion, a group of fans set out to make a fan film using the greatest story ever told. Prove your love for star wars by creating either a long or short video, photo, or visual art. Dan pooles stunt work in his fan film the green goblins last stand garnered recognition and an endorsement from spiderman cocreator stan lee. Kevin smith hosts and showcases all the awardwinners, from star wars themed spoofs to documentaries and mockumentaries. Contentsshow awards rules a number of guidelines ensure that entries are produced by. Armada provides you an unparalleled take on the largest and most consequential battles in the star wars universe. The northern irish actor played quigon jinn in 1999s star wars.
With a variety fan film awards dating back to 2002, the star wars brand has always supported and encouraged the creation of short films that help expand the universe of a galaxy far, far away. Star wars fan film awards families of connemara karen schodowski theodore harrison edited in adobe creative cloud suite shot on location in atlanta, georgia. Update 2017 since i originally answered this question back in 2014 cbs and paramount have published a very specific list of guidelines for fan films. The official star wars fan film awards 2002 quotes on imdb. Star trek fan films approved by paramount, with some rules. Lucasfilm is bringing back its star wars fan film awards, after having retired the contest in 2012. Jun 23, 2016 star trek fan films approved by paramount, with some rules. Revelations was probably the best fan film released in 2005. Lucasfilm has picked their star wars fan film award winners, and you can watch all seven of them right here, from liveaction to animation. A pintsized princess leia, wearing her allwhite robe and trademark bun hairdo, is the spokesperson for bottles of sweet and yummy bantha blue milk. The community around the fan film awards are very welcoming. Guidelines aftermath and axanar tries to rally fan films to its proposed guidelines screenwriter and producer jody wheeler compares and contrasts cbs and paramounts guidelines for fan productions seeking to avoid objection or legal action against them, with the contest.
Though briefly retired in 2012, the star wars fan film awards are being relaunched this year, welcoming multiple genres to be judged in several. I would definitely recommend this contest to anyone with a passion project. Liam neeson rules out star wars return or any future. Thirtyseven years after the original star wars movie hit the big screen. Make your own star wars fan film for lucasfilms 2016. In whats shaping up to be a new annual tradition, lucasfilm has announced the 2016 star wars fan film awards, kicking off this years. May 04, 2016 on the peaceful world of bamacosh, a young man flees from three dark pursuers. Star wars fan film rebel scum is too good to exist. Here is the judging criteria official rules are here a clear grasp of. Running at 47 minutes, you get a great space chase and plenty of good vs. The official star wars fan film awards 2002 quotes imdb.
From duel of the fates to reys theme, from john williams to michael giacchino, if its a film or television score, this is the place to discuss it. The official star wars fan film awards awards imdb. Its a reputation that lingers today, and has caused many star wars fans to express vocal concern. On september 27, 2009, italian fan film metal gear solid. Announcing the star wars fan awards 2018 coffee with kenobi. Skywalkers apprentice 2019 star wars fan film youtube. The inaugural contest in 2002 was the first time lucasfilm had officially sanctioned the genre. Lucasfilm has been so gracious to the fan community and hosting venues like the star wars fan film awards. Lucasfilm has run a semiregular contest for star wars fan films. The company will start to accept submissions no longer than five minutes this month through. As awards season kicks into high degree, a number of films are launching at the specialty box office. Fan films show casing the fans love of a galaxy far far away. Star wars references are deeply embedded in popular culture.
Winner of the 2015 audience choice and best nonfiction star wars fan film awards. John hoey is the colead editor and senior writer for star wars news net and the host of the resistance broadcast podcast. Heres a breakdown of what this means and star wars theory. For eight months, the mysterious darth vader has enforced the emperors commands. Voting for the audience choice award begins june 1 at 12 noon pt and ends june 19 at 11. The star wars show airs weekly on the official star wars youtube channel. Star wars and film music the place to discuss the star wars film music, as well as other film and television scores. It has inspired many independent film makers to tell their own story using the existing characters and conventions of the series. Official star trek fan film guidelines and fan films primer see also.
Paramount has unveiled a list of guidelines for keeping star trek fan films from being hit with expensive lawsuits. The film parodies the tv series cops as a team of stormtroopers patrols tatooine and encounters two people very close to luke skywalker. The official star wars fan film awards wookieepedia. Cast your ballots for wookieepedias mister and miss star wars 2019 contests. However, the rules for this contest state that sw fan films are limited to 5 minutes in length and nobody that is union affiliated is allowed to be involved. Premiering at the 1997 san diego comiccon, troops was one of the first major star wars fan films made. Whats more, your first games are only the beginning of your involvement in the galactic civil war. Check out over seven award winning star wars fan films at a. The logo of the official star wars fan film awards from the official site. The submissions must be a maximum of 5 minutes and are open through 11.
Star wars is an american epic space opera franchise, created by george lucas and centered around a film series that began with the eponymous 1977 movie. Feb 20, 2016 well good, because the star wars fan film awards are back. Memorable quotes and exchanges from movies, tv series and more. Get your creativity flowing because submissions are officially open at starwars. Disney and warner chappell placed a claim on star wars theorys darth vader fan film. The awards formerly permitted only documentary, mockumentary, and parody entries, while prohibiting serious fan fiction. Lucasfilm ordered disney to lift the claim that they recently placed on star wars theorys vader fan film. Lucasfilm music and special effect soundclips, as well as music and special effect soundclips.
Just for fun, you might like to toy around with making the next big episode in the star wars saga using your own home filming gear. A number of guidelines ensure that entries are produced by amateurs and do not infringe on lucasfilm properties. George lucass science fiction multi film star wars saga has had a significant impact on modern popular culture. The official star wars fan film awards awards and nominations. May 04, 2017 11 of the best star wars fan films ever made videos. The star wars franchise has done more than create legendary characters like darth vader it has changed how movies and moviegoers approach cinema. People who arent at least casual fans of the star wars movies might watch this and wonder what everyone else is laughing at. Star wars fan awards contest official rules to participate in the contest, you contestant must agree to and abide by these official rules. Well good, because the star wars fan film awards are back. The highest profile of these programs has been lucasfilms official star wars fan film awards, launched in 2000. Youve heard about the star wars fan awards 2018, and now its time to take action in case you need a refresher, heres whats going down. That is probably why when toos, the guy behind the quite popular star wars theory youtube channel, decided to put out a darth vader fan film, he went out of his way to attempt to follow all the rules. This was made for the star wars fan film awards 2016.
The official star wars fan film awards star wars fanpedia fandom. The star wars fan awards will culminate in a special episode of the star wars show, announcing winners and featuring a few exciting surprises. A star wars fan film 2017 inspired by the character ferus olin from the book series last of the jedi. Shards of the past star wars theory fanfilm anakin skywalker is dead. Fan films breaking the unwritten rules and defining profit. While there are rules no nudity or graphic violence is. Philanthropy was released over the internet, a 10,000 euro production based on hideo kojimas metal gear solid video game series. To celebrate the star wars fan awards 2018, we asked some of the previous and incredibly talented winners of the star wars fan film awards to take us behind the scenes on their own projects and offer some helpful advice for this years hopefuls the construction of the second death star is almost complete and the time has come to staff the ultimate power in the universe, training a. A perfect festival for firsttime filmmakers and veterans of the craft alike. Lucasfilm has actually hosted official star wars fan film awards, offering recognition.
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