Showcase of Brief Movies: "Eat My Shorts" Festival
The "Eat My Shorts" Short Film Festival, a renowned event in Hagen, Germany, marked its fifth successful edition in the country's short film festival scene. Under the guidance of festival director Bernhard Steinkühler, six innovative short films will be presented, offering an exceptional platform for budding filmmakers to showcase their work.
These shorts, brimming with entertainment, quirkiness, and creative flair, are a must-watch. This year, an esteemed jury will award the "ADAM" film prize and cash prizes to young filmmakers.
In addition to the nationwide competition, the 2023 edition introduces the "HAGENER FENSTER," shining a light on local film productions in Hagen. Winners of this category will also receive accolades.
Attendees can look forward to an engaging evening filled with impressive short films and interesting encounters with film enthusiasts, jury members, and special guests. The evening before the festival, the movie "Alles nur Tarnung" will be screened in the presence of notable jury guests at CineStar.
Venue and DateThe event will take place on THURSDAY, 12.10.2023, 20:00 at CineStar - Der Filmpalast Hagen, Springe 1, 58095 Hagen. The opening film, "Alles nur Tarnung" (rated 12 and above), will be attended by several prominent jury guests, including Martin Semmelrogge, Claude-Oliver Rudolph, Elke Sommer, Uwe Fellensiek, Heinz Hoenig, and director Peter Zingler. Tickets are available at the CineStar Hagen box office and online at www.cinestar.de.
FRIDAY, 13.10.2023, 19:00 will see the Short Film Festival unfold at CineStar - Der Filmpalast Hagen, Springe 1, 58095 Hagen. Highlights include a red carpet event, jury and guest presentation, and an after-show party at the "Auf'm Kamp" hotel with live acts.
A round-table meeting with festival organizers, jury members, nominated filmmakers, and HAGENER FENSTER filmmakers will take place on SATURDAY, 14.10.2023, from 13:00 to 14:00 at the "Auf'm Kamp" hotel, Selbecker Stieg 26, 58091 Hagen.
TicketsThe ticket price for the Film Festival and finger food is 18 €/p.P. The combined ticket price for the Film Festival, finger food, after-show party, and unlimited food and drinks is 54 €/p.P. Tickets can be purchased online on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.de/e/5-eat-my-shorts-hagener-kurzfilmfestival-tickets-36271150989) or at HagenInfo in the customer center, Körnerstr. 25, 58095 Hagen, or by email at [email protected].
The JuryThis prestigious event will see actors, directors, and culture enthusiasts deciding the winners. Notable jury members include Claude-Oliver Rudolph, Thure Riefenstein, Elke Sommer, Radost Bokel, Katja Weitzenböck, Nico Zavelberg, Hansjörg Thurn, Martin Semmelrogge, and Erik O. Schulz. Expected prominent guests include Uwe Fellensiek, Tom Barcal, Timo Jacobs, Anthony Arndt, and others.
Lotto-Fee Nina Maas will host the evening, facilitating an engaging and enjoyable experience for all attendees. Prizes, including cash awards and the "ADAM" trophy, will be presented at the festival. Additional prizes will be given for the best film in HAGENER FENSTER and Film Internet Voting (funded by Television Europe.TV).
Organized by Bernhard Steinkühler in collaboration with überRot GmbH Filmproduktion Deutschland, the 5th Eat My Shorts Short Film Festival is set to captivate audiences with its unique blend of inspiring short films, engaging encounters, and thought-provoking discussions.
The movies-and-tv entertainment offered at the Eat My Shorts Short Film Festival promises an exceptional platform for budding filmmakers, showcasing their innovative and entertaining shorts. Attendees can expect a variety of engaging encounters with film enthusiasts, jury members, and special guests during the festival.
