WHAT  IS  THE  DIRECTIVE  OF  THIS  NEW  SERIES?

Christian Cinema Showcase is a new series from the Creative Motion Network, providing a platform for short film and movie producers to introduce their project to the public and exhibit a trailer. Each episode will present 6-8 film trailers, and before each, an introduction by a representative. The show format will present two categories: "Upcoming Attractions" and "Now Playing." The prime directive of this program is to expand the awareness of faith-based cinema, encouraging viewership and sales.

HOW  CAN  I  HAVE  MY  TRAILER  INCLUDED  IN  THE  SHOW?

A film trailer will need a video introduction by a representative. This is usually a producer or creator, but can be anyone who directly contributes to the creative aspect of the project, with the approval of the owner. This includes producers, writers, and actors. This video introduction to the trailer you shoot yourself using a camera or phone (landscape orientation.) This can be a ballpark 5 minutes in length. 

TIME  FRAME  AND  GUIDELINES

For "Now Playing" films we are reaching two calendar years. This includes any feature-length of short film released from January 1, 2018 to date. Obviously, there is no time frame for a "Coming Attraction," as the project has not been released yet! Web series, "TV" shows and ministry programs do not qualify for this show. Films only. However, a film can be a series if it is presented as such. Documentaries also accepted. 

NOTE: If you have had several films released that are currently "Now Playing" since January 1, 2018, you can only choose one to be included in Christian Cinema Showcase. Then once one of your films appears in Christian Cinema Showcase, you start fresh and can submit anything new in production that has a trailer for "Coming Attractions" and anything new upon release for "Now Playing."

MAKING  YOUR  'INTRODUCTION'  VIDEo

A  FEW  GUIDELINES TO  GO  BY

• Introduce yourself at the start of the video 
• Explain who you are.
• Name the production company responsible for the project.
• Then tell the viewer a little about the film.
• At the end tell viewers where they can follow the project online and in social media.

As noted, there are only TWO categories in Christian Cinema Showcase: "Coming Attractions" and "Now Playing." If your trailer is for an upcoming project, tell the viewer a ballpark goal of when it will be released. If the trailer is for a project currently available, tell the viewer that, and where they can find it to watch, rent, or buy.

Also, state whether the film is for all ages (which includes children) or is geared mainly for adults. "Adult" doesn't mean anything bad, but there are some Christian horror and suspense films out there you wouldn't want your 5-year-old to see! 

In your submitted introduction video do not include (in type):

• Your name
• Production company name
• Any website
• And no background music 

Reason? We will typeset name, company and website in a font that matches the design of our show. This way it will avoid making everyone's introduction look like a mini-commercial. That would turn viewers off. However, go nuts with your background and surroundings if you wish. Have the movie poster behind you, or a screen display showing the logo, you get the drift.

We do not edit introductions submitted, but run them exactly as you submitted them. So, you can edit your own video intro to ensure it is exactly the way you want it. Again, we add your name/title, production company name, and website (to make the program look consistent).

Can you get into Christian Cinema Showcase twice with one project? Technically, yes. If your trailer is a "Coming Attraction" that would be appearance one. Then, up the road, when your project is released for public consumption, if you have a "new" trailer or have radically revised the previous one, you get back on in the "Now Playing" category to convey your film is out and where to find it!

HOW  TO  SUBMIT  YOUR  ENTRY  FOR  THE  PROGRAM

Simply email your MP4 "introduction" and project trailer to kevincollier427 (at) gmail (d0t) com, using any video sharing (download) platform. You will get a confirmation upon receipt and if there's any problem downloading. That's the email for any further questions, too.

Looking forward to spreading the word about your faith-based film! Glory to God!