# Terms and Conditions for the 48-Hour Film Challenge
Last Updated: 10/02/25
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your participation in the 48-Hour Film Challenge (the “Challenge”) organised by Crew Studio (“Organizer”). By entering the Challenge, each participant (or team) agrees to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not participate.
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## 1. Definitions
1.1. **”Challenge”** – The 48-Hour Film Challenge, including all events, activities, and related promotions.
1.2. **”Organiser”** – Crew Studio, its affiliates, employees, and agents.
1.3. **”Entry” or “Film”** – Any film submitted as part of the Challenge.
1.4. **”Team”** – A group of individuals who jointly register and participate in the Challenge.
1.5. **”Mandatory Elements”** – The random genre and the three additional elements (a specific line of dialogue, a prop, and a designated filmmaking technique or shot) announced at the Kick-Off Event that must be incorporated into the film.
1.6. **”Prize”** – The awards offered to the winners and runners up, including a full camera package provided by Sunbelt Rentals for the winning team’s next film and pre-production support from Crew Studio for the runners up.
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## 2. Eligibility
2.1. The Challenge is open to all individuals and teams, regardless of filmmaking experience, provided that all team members participate on a voluntary basis and do not receive payment for their work.
2.2. Participants must be at least 18 years of age on the date of entry or have obtained appropriate parental consent if under 18.
2.3. Crew Studio reserves the right to verify eligibility and request documentation to confirm compliance.
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## 3. Registration and Entry
3.1. **Registration:** All teams must register via the official online entry form on the Crew Studio website. Each team must provide accurate and complete contact details for all team members.
3.2. **Entry Fee:** The entry fee is per team. The early bird price is £55, the standard entry price is £65, and the late entry fee is £100. Each pricing tier is valid as per the advertised price on the registration page.
3.3. **Deadline:** All entries must be received by the deadline indicated on the registration page. Late entries will only be accepted if expressly stated.
3.4. **Confirmation:** Upon successful registration and payment, each team will receive a confirmation email containing further instructions, including details about the Kick-Off Event.
3.5. **No Refunds:** Once a person has paid to enter the competition, even if they choose not to participate, they will be unable to receive a refund.
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## 4. Challenge Format and Film Requirements
4.1. **Challenge Period:** Teams will have exactly 48 hours from the start of the Kick-Off Event to write, shoot, and edit their film.
4.2. **Kick-Off Event:** At the Kick-Off Event, teams will be assigned a random genre and the Mandatory Elements (a specific line of dialogue, a prop, and a designated filmmaking technique or shot) that must be integrated into the film.
4.3. **Film Requirements:**
– **Genre Compliance:** The film must clearly fit the allocated genre. Mixing in another genre is allowed provided the primary genre remains recognisable.
– **Mandatory Elements:** The film must include the three Mandatory Elements as announced at the Kick-Off Event.
– **Language:** Films must be in English or include English subtitles.
– **Duration:** The final film must not exceed 8 minutes in length, including credits.
– **Credits:** Every individual involved in the film (cast and crew) must be credited.
4.4. **Work Conditions:** All work on the film must be completed within the 48-hour period. No team member may receive payment for their contributions; participation is entirely voluntary.
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## 5. Judging and Awards
5.1. **Screening and Judging:** All submitted films will be screened in a cinema and judged by a panel of industry professionals chosen by the Organizer. The judging panel’s decisions are final and binding.
5.2. **Judging Criteria:** Films will be evaluated based on creativity, adherence to the assigned genre, incorporation of the Mandatory Elements, overall production quality, and storytelling effectiveness.
5.3. **Prizes:**
– **Grand Prize:** The winning team will receive a full camera package supplied by Sunbelt Rentals for use on their next film.
– **Runners Up:** The runners up will be awarded pre-production support from the Crew Studio team for their next project.
– Prizes are non-transferable, non-exchangeable, and cannot be redeemed for cash.
5.4. **Award Modifications:** The Organizer reserves the right to modify or cancel any awards if circumstances beyond control dictate such action.
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## 6. Intellectual Property
6.1. **Ownership:** Teams retain full ownership of their films. However, by entering the Challenge, each team grants the Organizer a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display the film (in whole or in part) for promotional, marketing, and archival purposes.
6.2. **Originality:** Teams must ensure that their film is an original work and does not infringe on any third party’s intellectual property rights. The Organizer is not responsible for any disputes arising from copyright infringement.
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## 7. Disqualification
7.1. The Organizer reserves the right to disqualify any entry that does not comply with these Terms or where it is determined that the film was not produced solely during the 48-hour Challenge period.
7.2. Grounds for disqualification include, but are not limited to:
– Failure to meet the film requirements (e.g., duration, credits, language, inclusion of Mandatory Elements).
– Receipt of any payment or compensation for work performed.
– Submission of incomplete or inaccurate registration information.
– Breach of any other rules or guidelines set forth in these Terms.
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## 8. Liability and Indemnification
8.1. **Limitation of Liability:** The Organizer, including its affiliates and employees, shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury incurred by any participant arising from or in connection with the Challenge.
8.2. **Indemnification:** Participants agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Organizer from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of their participation in the Challenge.
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## 9. Data Protection and Privacy
9.1. **Personal Data:** Any personal information provided during registration will be processed in accordance with the Organizer’s Privacy Policy.
9.2. **Consent:** By entering the Challenge, participants consent to the use of their personal data for the purpose of administering the Challenge and for promotional activities related to the event.
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## 10. General
10.1. **Amendments:** The Organizer reserves the right to amend these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on the official website and will be effective immediately upon posting.
10.2. **Governing Law:** These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction]. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of [Jurisdiction].
10.3. **Severability:** If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.
10.4. **Acceptance:** By participating in the Challenge, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
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**Contact Information:**
For any questions regarding these Terms, please contact us at Tom@crewstudio.co.uk or Nathan@crewstudio.co.uk
