Short Movie Making Contest

Horror Con Scotland - Paisley Town Hall - October 31 and November 1 2025

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Terrify in 120 Seconds

Think you can send chills down spines in just two minutes? The Short Movie Making Contest at Horror Con Scotland: Halloween Edition challenges you to create a gripping horror short that dives into the dark side of Social Media. Whether it’s a viral nightmare, a sinister livestream, or the horrors lurking in the comments section, your creativity is your only limit.
 

Rules & Guidelines

  • Duration: Movies must be between 1–2 minutes.
  • Theme: All entries must explore the eerie world of Social Media.
  • Format: Submit in MP4 or MOV formats. Landscape.
  • Deadline: Entries must be received by September 15, 2025
  • Judging Criteria: Creativity, storytelling, production quality, and theme relevance.

Showcase Your Short

Finalists will have their films screened at Horror Con Scotland: Halloween Edition, where fans and a panel of horror experts will crown the winner.

Prizes: To be announced soon

  1. Eligibility:

    • This contest is open to individuals aged 18 or older.
    • Entries must adhere to the theme of Social Media and meet the specified duration (minimum of 1 minute, maximum of 2 minutes).

  2. Originality:

    • All submitted films must be original works created specifically for this contest.
    • Films that have been entered into other contests or public showcases will not be considered.

  3. Submission Deadline:

    • All entries must be submitted by September 15, 2025, 11:59 PM (GMT).
    • Submissions received after this date will not be accepted.

  4. Usage Rights:

    • By entering, you grant Horror Con Scotland the non-exclusive right to share your film on our social media platforms, marketing materials, and event screens.
    • Credit will be given to the creators wherever possible.

  5. Content Guidelines:

    • Films must not include explicit violence, hateful or discriminatory content, or any material that infringes on copyright.
    • Submissions must be suitable for public viewing at the event. Film screenings will be for over 18's.

  6. Judging and Prizes:

    • Entries will be judged based on creativity, storytelling, adherence to the theme, and production quality.
    • The judges' decision is final.

  7. Submission Format:

    • Films must be submitted in MP4 or MOV format - landscape (or you can send through a link) through the below form

  8. Notification:

    • Finalists will be notified via email no later than October 15
    • Winners will be announced during Horror Con Scotland: Halloween Edition - November 1st.

  9. Disqualification:

    • Any submission failing to meet the above criteria will be disqualified.
    • Plagiarized or previously entered films will also result in disqualification.

By submitting your film, you agree to these terms and conditions. We look forward to seeing your spine-chilling creations!