2008 Satyajit Ray Foundation Short Film Competition

This Competition is open to all film-makers, of any age, either resident or studying in the UK.


The closing date, after which no entries can be considered, is 29 February 2008.

Film Content: The film, of not more than 30 minutes running time, should express and inform aspects of the experiences of South Asians (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka) either within their own countries or the Diaspora. All submissions must have been completed within two years prior to the closing date. Previous entries cannot be considered.

Format: Whilst the films can be shot on any standard format (film, digital or video), entries for consideration should be submitted in VHS or DVD formats. These entries should be forwarded to: Julian Pye, British Council, 10 Spring Gardens, London SW1A 2BN, email: julian.pye@britishcouncil.org for consideration by the jury.

Award: The Satyajit Ray Foundation is pleased to announce that it will be presenting a cash prize for Best Film of £1,500.

Presentation of Award: Extracts from a representative selection of entries will be screened at the Award Ceremony to be held in the David Lean Room of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA), Piccadilly, London, W1., on the afternoon of Sunday 27 April 2008, after which the winner will be announced and the winning film shown in it's entirety. Selected entrants plus one guest will be invited. The celebrated film director Mike Leigh is Patron of this short film award.