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FRUIT LOOPS FILM FESTIVAL
Hi there! We are very excited to host our first film festival in the HRMS Auditorium on May 15th from 2-4PM. We will be showcasing short films made by our art and theatre students! We are also inviting community members, young and old, to submit short films to show too. You’ll find submission guidelines, tips for making a short film, and some links to inspiration. We can’t wait to see what you make!
How to Submit:
When your short film is ready, please fill out the google form and upload your video to our DropBox folder.
Rules:
One submission per person (yes you can participate on someone else’s and submit your own)
Film length must be 2 minutes or less
Must be created by kids or with kids (ALL AGES) in mind.
Audio and footage should be clear and easy to follow (the best that you can!) Watch your video and make sure your audio is clear and you are happy with what you made. We want you put your best foot forward! We also love bloopers...
No content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, tortuous, defamatory, vulgar, libelous, cruel, or invasive of another’s privacy.
We reserve the right to not include any films that do not comply with the rules above. If that happens, we will notify you and explain our reasoning. We hope to show everything that is submitted!
Tips for creating a short film:
❋ Plan and ReviewChecklist for a great short film:
Strong, core idea
Storyboard or simple script
Choose crew and locations
Choose equipment for filming (use the best camera you have at your house!)
Check lighting and audio
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Film in short segments
Grab it from different angles
Get at least a few takes!
Take breaks
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Great audio (can we hear and understand you?)
Our events prioritize comfort, safety, and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.
Reconnect with your body and mind as you escape the noise of everyday life.
Day OneArrive & Meet
As everyone arrives, we take time to settle in, get comfortable, and begin connecting with those around us. The journey starts here.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day TwoSet Intentions & Reflect
Together, we pause to consider our goals, hopes, and direction. This is about aligning with ourselves and with the journey ahead. This is a chance to reconnect with what brought you here—your questions, your hopes, your turning points—and consider how they’ve shifted or deepened.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
Day ThreeLook Forward & Wrap Up
We explore the possibilities beyond this moment, making space for growth, action, and forward momentum. As we end our time together, we honor the experience, the growth, and the connections made along the way.
Check-In9:00 – 9:30am
Group Activity11:00am
Lunch Break12:30pm
Creative Workshop2:00pm
Dinner6:30pm
How It Works-
Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.
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Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.
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After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.
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We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.
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Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.