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MAURITIUS FILM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Film Grant to support Independent Local Filmmakers/Local

Filmmakers Companies under the National Resilience Fund (NRF)

Final _ 3rd Edition

Guidelines

Within the National Resilience Fund established under the Finance and Audit (National Resilience Fund) Regulations 2012, a Film Grant has been established to support Independent Local Filmmakers/Local Filmmakers Companies to develop the local film industry.

• Final Guidelines 3rd Edition of the National Resilience Fund 2024
• Appendix I – Qualified Expenditure
• Appendix II – Non – Qualified Expenditure 
• Application Form 3rd Edition of the National Resilience Fund 2024

MAURITIUS FILM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

in collaboration with

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, TERTIARY EDUCATION, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY

3^rd Edition – INTER PRIMARY SCHOOL SHORT FILM COMPETITION 2024

‘’INI’’

 CONCEPT PAPER

1. AIM OF THE PROJECT

 After the success of the 1^st Edition Inter Primary Short Film Competition launched in 2022, the MFDC is now launching the 3^rd Edition of the Inter Primary School Short Film Competition 2024 with the theme ‘’INI’’. This Film Competition is designed to give young students of primary schools a chance, through their stories and perspective to show respect in its different forms, while discovering creativity and enhancing their artistic skills.

As for the previous edition, the MFDC will provide technical assistance/support to all primary schools from pre-production to post-production (from script to editing).

As visuals are more impactful to the audience, the films will have an objective to trigger the youth and the population in general on the impact of respect on everyone such as parents, family members, friends, neighbours, country, society etc.

2. OBJECTIVES OF THE COMPETITION

• To create awareness among the young generation about the importance of unity.

• Promote creativity, and ingenuity and discover new talents.
• Create a “big splash’’ and have the voices of the new generation heard through filmmaking
• Promote local production of films in view of a Mauritian Film Industry.
• Make this new generation think and be able to tell quick stories.
• Incite the interest of the new generation in cinematography
• Exhibit the best films, through the organization of a festival or through any other platforms, showing artistic and humanitarian qualities which may lead to better understanding between different generations.

• Provide leisure for the young people of Mauritius.

3. TARGET GROUP

Public/Private Schools

Students of Grade 1 to Grade 6

 4. COMPETITION GUIDELINES

1. Duration: 7 – 10 minutes
2. Theme: ‘’INI’’
3. Category: Fiction
4. Genre: All genres will be accepted
5. Format: Broadcast Quality such as HD, MP4 amongst others
6. Language: Creole and all spoken languages in the Republic of Mauritius

There will be two voting systems as per below:

1. Public Vote– All films will be judged by TV audience through voting system by My.T/Emtel/Chilli.
2. Jury Award– A panel of Jury will be constituted to judge the best films based on the following criteria:

• Relevance
• Originality
• Research
• Technical competency
• Timeline amongst others.

5. PROCEDURE FOR PARTICIPATION

 All interested schools, through their headmaster/headmistress, should fill a participation form which will available on our website www.mauritiusfilm.mu and return it to MFDC via email

mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu/ etimolmfdc@gmail.com/ adarshmfdc@gmail.com.

NOTES

It is recommended that each primary school identifies a group of students to work on the project under the supervision of a team from the MFDC and a teacher with the ultimate responsibility of the headmaster/headmistress of the school.  It is recommended also to use as far as possible students, teachers, and school staff members in the film. The Management of the school should seek, if need be, assistance from its respective Parents Teachers Association (PTA).

6. RULES AND ELIGIBILITY

• Open to primary schools in Mauritius.
• Films must be produced by the primary school students and accompanied by a team from the MFDC and a teacher.
• Content must be the focus and related to the theme mentioned above.
• Priorities should be given to students as regards casting.
• The film must not have been copied from the Internet/ YouTube etc.
• The MFDC strongly opposed to the following shooting contents which are considered illegal: (a). of a pornographic character- (b). incitation to racial animosity-(c). Contemptuous to any of the religious creeds established in the country – (d) on political issues – (e) with verbal abuses- (f) Proper/Fair campaign should be done to promote your short film without any bribery.
• The MFDC reserves the rights not to broadcast the short films received if it does not comply to the formally stipulated standard criteria.

7. PARTNERS

• Ministry of Arts and Cultural Heritage
• Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology
• Ombudsperson for children
• Mauritius Broadcasting Corporation
• Mauritius Police Force

8. COMMUNICATION STATEGIES

• Social media (Facebook, Instagram, WebTV, etc.) Press Advert, Clips, Facebook, Website, and Press Articles
• Posters in schools

9. OUTLETS

• The shorts films will be broadcast on MBC Channels and the public will vote for the best films
• The MFDC will organize an Award Ceremony to award the Best Films (Jury and Public vote) and other categories.

10. TENTATIVE CALENDAR

 11. WORKSHOPS

• A general workshop will be organized with headmasters/mistresses responsible for the project to brief the participants about the Short Film Competition’s guidelines.
• An individual workshop will be organized in schools after the completion of the script by the Technical Department of the MFDC.

12. SHOOTINGS

The teacher responsible of the project is requested to liaise with the Technical Executive, Mr. Cedric Choo on 696 3137 to arrange for their shooting.

13. PRIZES/AWARDS

Trophies and other prizes will be awarded to the best films and different categories. In case the short film received in this competition does not meet the expected technical standard quality set by the jury members and the management of the Corporation, the jury reserves the right not to proceed with the cash reward as mentioned in the concept paper.

The MFDC will also award specific prizes in various categories to be finalized later depending on the number and quality of films received. The Cash rewards/ Trophies/ Shields will go to the team engaged in the production of the short film.

PRIZES

Public Vote:   1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 40,000 + shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 30,000 + shield

4^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 20, 000+shield

5^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 10, 000 + shield

Jury Vote:      1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 100,000 + trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 75,000 + shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + shield

4^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 40, 000+shield

5^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 30, 000 + shield

Other Prizes:  Special Prizes to Best Editor/Best Script/Best Actor/Best Actress/ Special Effects and others.

14. AWARD CEREMONY – CASH PRIZES /TROPHIES and SHIELDS

An award ceremony will be organized to award cash prizes, trophies, and shields to different winners and categories. (Date to be confirmed)

15. PROCEDURE FOR SUBMISSION OF FILMS

The film must be submitted:

• Either Sealed envelope or We-Transfer on mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu before 16.00 hrs. at the following address:
  • • Technical Department
      Mauritius Film Development Corporation
      M8, Government Quarters, 
      Hugh Otter-Barry,
      Floreal

Each envelope must contain:

• A copy of the declaration form;
• A copy of the short film on a DVD or pen drive.
• A Fiche Technique – information sheet including synopsis, movie details such as title, duration, participant’s name (actors/scriptwriter/editor…) cast and crew.
• For films transferred by We-transfer, the filmmaker should confirm by phone on 696 3137 whether the Corporation has well-received your film.

16. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For any further information, please contact

The Project & Programme Department

Mauritius Film Development Corporation

Tel: (230) 696 3137 & 698 6013

Fax: (230) 697 9688

Email address: mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu

MAURITIUS FILM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

in collaboration with

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, TERTIARY EDUCATION, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY

8^th Edition – Intercollege Short Film Competition 2024

 CONCEPT PAPER

1. AIM OF THE PROJECT

 After the success of the different Editions of the Intercollege Film Competition since 2016, the MFDC is now launching the 8th Edition of the Intercollege Short Film Competition 2024 in Mauritius on the theme ‘’RESPONSAB’’. This Film Competition is designed to give young students of secondary schools a chance, to depict their love for their country through their stories and perspective to show love for their country, while discovering and enhancing their skills as scriptwriters, filmmakers, actors, and editors.

As visuals are more impactful to the audience, the films will have an objective to trigger the youth and the population in general on the impact of love for our motherland.

2. OBJECTIVES OF THE COMPETITION

• To create awareness among the young generation about the importance being responsible.
• Promote creativity, and ingenuity and discover new talents.
• Create a “big splash’’ and have the new generations’ voices heard through filmmaking.
• Promote local production of films in view of a Mauritian Film Industry.
• Make this new generation think and be able to tell quick stories.
• Incite the interest of the new generation in cinematography.
• Exhibit the best films, through the organization of a festival or through any other platforms, showing artistic and humanitarian qualities which may lead to better understanding between different generations.
• Provide leisure for the young people of Mauritius and Rodrigues.

3. TARGET GROUP

Public/Private/ Confessional Colleges in Mauritius and in Rodrigues

Students of Grade 7 to Grade 13 (Former Form 1-6)

4. COMPETITION GUIDELINES

1. Duration: 13 minutes
2. Theme : RESPONSAB
3. Category: Fiction
4. Genre: All genres will be accepted
5. Format: Broadcast Quality such as HD, MP4 amongst others
6. Language: Creole and all spoken languages in the Republic of Mauritius

There will be two voting systems as per below:

1. Public Vote– All films will be judged by TV audience through a voting system by My.T/Emtel/Chilli.
2. Jury Award– A panel of Jury will be constituted to judge the best films based on the following criteria:

• Relevance
• Originality
• Research
• Technical competency
• Timeline amongst others.

5. PROCEDURE FOR PARTICIPATION

All interested colleges through their rectors should fill a participation form which is available on our website www.mauritiusfilm.mu and return it to the MFDC via email mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu/ etimolmfdc@gmail.com/ adarshmfdc@gmail.com.

NOTES

It is recommended that each college identifies a group of students to work on the project under the supervision of a teacher with the ultimate responsibility of the rector of the college. It is recommended also to use as far as possible students, teachers, and school staff members as in the film. The Management of the school should seek, if need be, assistance from its respective Parent Teachers Association (PTA).

6. RULES AND ELIGIBILITY

• Open to colleges in Mauritius and in Rodrigues
• Films must be produced by the college and students accompanied by a teacher
• Content must be focused and related to the theme mentioned above
• Priorities should be given to students as regards casting
• The film must not have been copied from the Internet/ YouTube etc.
• The MFDC is strongly opposed to the following shooting contents which are considered illegal: (a). of a pornographic character- (b). incitation to racial animosity-

(c). Contemptuous to any of the religious creeds established in the country – (d) on political issues – (e) with verbal abuses- (f) Proper/Fair campaign should be done to promote your short film without any bribery.

• The MFDC reserves the rights not to broadcast the short films received if it does not comply to the formally stipulated standard criteria.

7. PARTNERS

• Ministry of Arts and Cultural Heritage
• Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science, and Technology
• Mauritius Broadcasting Corporation

8. COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES

• Social Media (Facebook, Instagram etc.) Press Advert, Clips, Facebook, Website, and Press Articles
• Posters in colleges

OUTLETS

• The shorts films will be broadcast on MBC Channels and the public will vote for the best films
• The MFDC will organize an Award Ceremony to award the Best Films (Jury and Public vote) and other categories.

9. CALENDAR

10. WORKSHOPS

1.A general workshop will be organized with headmasters/mistresses responsible for the project to brief the participants about the Short Film Competition’s guidelines.

2. An individual workshop will be organized in schools after the completion of the script by the Technical Department of the MFDC.

11. SHOOTING

The teacher responsible of the project is requested to liaise with the Technical Executive, Mr. Cedric Choo on 696 3137 to arrange for their shooting

12. PRIZES/AWARDS

Trophies and other prizes will be awarded to the best films and different categories. In case the short film received in this competition does not meet the expected technical standard quality set by the jury members and the management of the Corporation, therefore the jury reserves the right not to proceed with the cash reward as mentioned in the concept paper.

The MFDC will also award specific prizes in various categories to be finalized later depending on the number and quality of films received. The Cash rewards/ Trophies/ Shields will go to the team engaged in the production of the short film.

PRIZES FOR MAURITIUS

Public Vote:   1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 40,000 + shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 30,000 + shield

4^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 20, 000+shield

5^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 10, 000 + shield

Jury Vote:      1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 100,000 + trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 75,000 + shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + shield

4^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 40, 000+shield

5^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 30, 000 + shield

Other Prizes:  Special Prizes to Best Editor/Best Script/Best Actor/Actress/ Special Effects and others.

13. AWARD CEREMONY – CASH PRIZES /TROPHIES AND SHIELDS

An award ceremony will be organized to award cash prizes, trophies, and shields to different winners and categories. (Date to be confirmed)

PROCEDURE FOR SUBMISSION OF FILMS

The film must be submitted:

16. Either Sealed envelope or We-Transfer on mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu before 16.00 pm at the following address:

• Technical Department
  Mauritius Film Development Corporation
  M8, Government Quarters,
  Hugh Otter-Barry,
  Floréal

Each envelope must contain:

• A copy of the declaration form;
• A cast and crew member list – FICHE TECHNIQUE
• A copy of the clip on a DVD or pen drive; and information sheet including synopsis, movie details such as title, duration,
  participant’s name (actors/scriptwriter/editor…) cast and credits.
• For films transferred by We-transfer the filmmaker should confirm by phone on 696 3137 whether the Corporation has well-received your film.

14.  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For any further information, please contact

The Project & Programme Department

Mauritius Film Development Corporation

Tel: (230) 696 3137 & 698 6013

Fax: (230) 698 5093 & 697 9688

Email address: mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu

MAURITIUS FILM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

in collaboration with

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, TERTIARY EDUCATION, SCIENCE, AND TECHNOLOGY

2^nd Edition – Inter Primary School Short Film Competition 2023 “Respe”

 CONCEPT PAPER

BOARD PAPER

 1. AIM OF THE PROJECT

After the success of the 1^st Edition Inter Primary Short Film Competition launched in 2022, the MFDC is now launching the 2^nd Edition of the Inter Primary School Short Film Competition 2023 with the them ‘’Respe’’.  As rightly said by famous Anglo-Irish novelist, Laurence Sterne ‘’ Respect for ourselves guides our morals, respect for others guides our manners’’. This Film Competition is designed to give young students of primary schools a chance, through their stories and perspective to show respect in its different forms, while discovering creativity and enhancing their artistic skills.

As for the previous edition, the MFDC will provide technical assistance/support to all primary schools from pre-production to post-production (from script to editing).

As visuals are more impactful to the audience, the films will have an objective to trigger the youth and the population in general on the impact of respect on everyone such as parents, family members, friends, neighbours, country, society etc

2. OBJECTIVES OF THE COMPETITION

• To create awareness among the young generation about the importance of respect.
• Promote creativity, and ingenuity and discover new talents.
• Create a “big splash’’ and have the voices of the new generation heard through filmmaking
• Promote local production of films in view of a Mauritian Film Industry.
• Make this new generation think and be able to tell quick stories.
• Incite the interest of the new generation in cinematography
• Exhibit the best films, through the organization of a festival or through any other platforms, showing artistic and humanitarian qualities which may lead to better understanding between different generations.
• Provide leisure for the young people of Mauritius.

3. TARGET GROUP

Public/Private Schools

Students of Grade 1 to Grade 6

4. COMPETITION GUIDELINES

1. Duration: 7 minutes
2. Theme: ‘’Respe’’
3. Category: Fiction
4. Genre: All genres will be accepted
5. Format: Broadcast Quality such as HD, MP4 amongst others
6. Language: Creole

There will be two voting systems as per below:

1. Public Vote– All films will be judged by TV audience through voting system by My.T/Emtel/Chilli.
2. Jury Award– A panel of Jury will be constituted to judge the best films based on the following criteria:

• Relevance
• Originality
• Research
• Technical competency
• Timeline amongst others.

5. PROCEDURE FOR PARTICIPATION

All interested schools, through their headmaster/headmistress, should fill a participation form which will available on our website www.mauritiusfilm.mu and return it to MFDC.

NOTES

It is recommended that each primary school identifies a group of students to work on the project under the supervision of a team from the MFDC and a teacher with the ultimate responsibility of the headmaster/headmistress of the school.  It is recommended also to use as far as possible students, teachers, and school staff members in the film. The Management of the school should seek, if need be, assistance from its respective Parents Teachers Association (PTA).

6. RULES AND ELIGIBILITY

• Open to primary schools in Mauritius.
• Films must be produced by the primary school students and accompanied by a team from the MFDC and a teacher.
• Content must be the focus and related to the theme mentioned above.
• Priorities should be given to students as regards casting.

• The film must not have been copied from the Internet/ YouTube etc.
• The MFDC strongly opposed to the following shooting contents which are considered illegal: (a). of a pornographic character- (b). incitation to racial animosity-

(c). Contemptuous to any of the religious creeds established in the country – (d) on political issues – (e) with verbal abuses- (f) Proper/Fair campaign should be done to promote your short film without any bribery.

• The MFDC reserves the rights not to broadcast the short films received if it does not comply to the formally stipulated standard criteria.

7. PARTNERS

• Ministry of Arts and Cultural Heritage
• Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology
• Mauritius Housing Corporation
• Ombudsperson for children
• Mauritius Broadcasting Corporation
• Mauritius Police Force

8. COMMUNICATION STATEGIES

• Social Media (Facebook, Instagram, WebTV, etc) Press Advert, Clips, Facebook, Website, and Press Articles
• Posters in schools

9. OUTLETS

• The shorts films will be broadcast on MBC Channels and the public will vote for the best films
• The MFDC will organize an Award Ceremony to award the Best Films (Jury and Public vote) and other categories.

10. TENTATIVE CALENDAR

 11. WORKSHOP

A workshop will be organized with headmasters/mistresses responsible for the project to brief the filmmakers about the Short Film Competition’s guidelines.

12. PRIZES/AWARDS

Trophies and other prizes will be awarded to the best films and different categories. In case the short film received in this competition does not meet the expected technical standard quality set by the jury members and the management of the Corporation, the jury reserves the right not to proceed with the cash reward as mentioned in the concept paper.

The MFDC will also award specific prizes in various categories to be finalized later depending on the number and quality of films received. The Cash rewards/ Trophies/ Shields will go to the team engaged in the production of the short film.

PRIZES

Public Vote:   1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 30,000 + shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 25,000 + shield

4^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 20, 000+shield

5^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 15, 000 + shield

Jury Vote:      1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 30,000 + shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 25,000 + shield

4^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 20, 000+shield

5^th Prizes: Cash prize of Rs 15, 000 + shield

Other Prizes:  Special Prizes to Best Editor/Best Script/Best Actor/Best Actress/ Special Effects and others.

AWARD CEREMONY – CASH PRIZES /TROPHIES and SHIELDS

An award ceremony will be organized in December 2023 to award cash prizes, trophies, and shields to different winners and categories.

PROCEDURE FOR SUBMISSION OF FILMS

The film must be submitted:

16. Either Sealed envelope or We-Transfer on mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu before 16.00 hrs at the following address:

• • • Technical Department

Mauritius Film Development Corporation

M8, Government Quarters,                                                                            Hugh Otter-Barry,

Floreal

Each envelope must contain:

• A copy of the declaration form;
• One copy of the clip on a DVD or pen drive; and information sheet including synopsis, movie details such as title, duration,
  participant’s name (actors/scriptwriter/editor…) cast and credits:
• For films transferred by We-transfer, the filmmaker should confirm by phone on 696 3137 whether the Corporation has well-received your film.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For any further information, please contact

The Project & Programme Department

Mauritius Film Development Corporation

Tel: (230) 696 3137 & 698 6013

Fax: (230) 697 9688

Email address: mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu

CONCEPT PAPER

MAURITIUS HERITAGE SHORT FILM COMPETITION 2023

The National Heritage Fund (NHF)

&

  The Mauritius Film Development Corporation (MFDC)

(Under the aegis of Ministry of Arts and Cultural Heritage)

Background

Every year on 18 April, the International Day for Monuments and Sites is celebrated. The event was initiated by ICOMOS in 1972 and ratified at the 22nd UNESCO General Conference in 1983. This special day offers an opportunity to local communities and individuals to consider the importance of cultural heritage to their lives, identities and communities, and to promote awareness of its diversity and vulnerability and the efforts required to protect and conserve it.

Every year, ICOMOS sets a theme for initiatives organized by its members, national and international committees, and anyone else interested in commemorating this day. In keeping with the spirit of open, innovative, constructive intergenerational dialogue, and the strategic focus of ICOMOS Triennial Scientific Plan 2021-2024, as well as the 2020 ICOMOS resolution on Approaches to Cultural Heritage, the IDMS 2023 features the following theme: Heritage Changes.

The theme of HERITAGE CHANGES provides a timely opportunity to showcase strategies demonstrating the full potential of heritage research and practices which deliver climate-resilient pathways, while advocating for inclusive transitions to low-carbon futures. It also offers the opportunity to respond to questions regarding learning about traditional ways of knowing and knowledge systems in relation to climate action, and how to use a cultural heritage focus to support equitable protection of vulnerable communities through climate action, while responding to the UN Decade of Action.

With the view to discover, educate, sensitise and promote our Mauritian Cultural Heritage, this year the National Heritage Fund and Mauritius Film Development Corporation are proud to announce the launching of a short film competition on the theme “Anou ensam protez nou patrimoine” and you are what we are looking for.

Time is short, so be spontaneous! Take your camera and express your creativity on the above theme. Make your voices heard: why our Cultural Heritage significant to us? Why our Cultural Heritage is at risk? Why is it important to preserve and share it with others?

Overview of the Project

Cultural heritage has always been at risk by not only human interventions such as vandalism, theft…etc but also by climate change and natural disasters. In order to sensitise the public on the importance of preserving Mauritius’s finest cultural legacies, the National Heritage Fund in collaboration with the Mauritius Film Development Corporation is launching the Heritage Short Film Competition. The aim of the competition is to spread awareness and educate public about the importance of preserving our heritage. The short film competition is not just an EVENT… but a CAUSE with the aim to PROTECT & PROMOTE the Rich Heritage of Mauritius…!

Objectives or Goals

• To discover, educate and promote Mauritius’s heritage through films;
• To incite interest of Mauritians, especially the younger generation in heritage preservation and instill a sense of belongingness and civic pride;
• To sensitize the public on safeguarding our heritage through the best films which will be broadcasted on the national television and through other media.

Target Group

This competition is opened to all Mauritians.

Competition Guidelines

Duration: 13 minutes

Theme: “Anou ensam protez nu patrimoine”

Category: Docu-Fiction

Format: Broadcast Quality such as HD, MP4 amongst others

Jury Award: All films will be judged by an independent jury panel and their decision would be final. They will choose the best films based on the following criteria:

• Relevance (heritage factor, originality)
• research
• technical competency
• timeline
• budgeting
• engagement with social media, raising awareness

Language: All speaking languages in Mauritius

Calendar

Procedure for submission of films

• Film must be submitted in a sealed envelope on 05^th May 2023 before 18.00 pm at the following address:

Mauritius Film Development Corporation

The General Manager

Government Quarters, Hugh Otter Barry,

Floreal,

Mauritius

• Each envelope must contain:

– A copy of the entry form;

– One copy of the clip on a DVD or pen drive; and

– Information sheet including synopsis, movie details such as title, duration,
  participant, cast and credits.

Rules and Eligibility

• This competition is opened to all inhabitants of Mauritius
• All genres will be accepted
• Content must be focus and related to the theme mentioned above
• The MFDC/NHF are strongly opposed to shooting contents which are considered illegal: (a). of a pornographic character- (b). incitation to racial animosity-

(c). Contemptuous to any of the religious creeds established in the country. 

Partners

• The Mauritius Film Development Corporation
• The National Heritage Fund

Prizes

Jury Award

1st Prize: Cash prize of Rs 50,000 + Trophy

2nd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 30,000 + Shield

3rd Prize: Cash prize of Rs 25,000 + Shield

Award Night

• Trophies and cash prize will be awarded to the best films and different categories during an award night. (Date to be decided afterwards)

Additional information

For any further information, please contact the Project and Program Department at the Mauritius Film Development Corporation on:

Tel: (230) 696 3137 & 698 6013

Fax: (230) 698 5093 & 697 9688

Email address:    mauritiusfilm@intnet.mu