Today,
Ubisoft and the
IFC have teamed up to announce a contest for
Assassin's Creed. People are asked to create their own independent films of 6 minutes or less and present them to the
IFC for judging.
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Originally Posted by IFC
Assassin's CreedTM, the highly anticipated video game from Ubisoft(R), centers on the role of the assassin, as he devises, develops and initiates his calculated attack.
IFC and Ubisoft(R) want you to deploy these methods to execute your own assassin inspired short film - 6 minutes or less - that incorporates one or more of the following: - Planning, assassination, escape
- Social stealth - using crowd as a means of disguise or escape
- Assassination in public and in close proximity to the victim
- Assassination of historical figures
- Conspiracy surrounding historical assassination
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Assassin's Creed Short Film Contest
First Prize includes $10,000 cash, a 360 system, and your film aired on
IFC and included in the Limited Edition of the game. Second Prize winners get the same deal but with only $2,500.
Ubisoft's Vice President of Marketing had this to say:
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Originally Posted by Tony Key
Assassin’s Creed has the cinematic look and feel of an epic movie. This contest allows film makers of all levels a chance to showcase their creativity by expanding upon the mystery and themes of the Assassin’s Creed video game...Video games, like films, have the ability to tell rich and dynamic stories and the partnership with IFC for the Assassin’s Creed short film contest is a way for Ubisoft to show its appreciation to the art. We’re excited to see what people bring to the table; I have a feeling we won’t be disappointed.
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Ubisoft and IFC Announce Short Film Competition Inspired By Assassin's Creed Video Game