Anime Banzai – 1st AMV Contest - Help us out

Minion · Post by **Minion** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 5:21 am

i'm entering. i'll talk to the other guys in my studio and see if i can get them to pitch in some stuff to the contest too

zanedomain · Post by **zanedomain** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 1:09 pm

Radical_Yue wrote:As for me, I just recently started entering contests.And even though I love editing with every fiber of my being, I really want to win a prize. I am so tired of my family and friends telling me that AMV editing is a waste of time, and I want to prove to them I can actually do something right xD

I think you missed my point. The point I was trying to make is that when people put all they got into an AMV you can usually tell. Otherwise things get static or stagnant. There is nothing wrong with trying to win a prize, I just like to see people make AMV’s because they love to and don’t care if they win anything. Compare it to the current Hollywood scene, right now its all about effects, if you don’t have a movie full of effects nobody cares. Well except for a small minority.
Well when it comes down to it, it should be more about the spirit and fun of accomplishing something, who cares if it’s good or if you win any prizes. That’s why we have a award for spirit & effort.

Oh well enough of that.

Back to the contest.
Thanks to all of those who are willing to help us out. If you encounter any problems with the submission process please let me know, either here or on the contest’s forums.

Thanks a bunch
Adam

SuperSaiyan005 · Post by **SuperSaiyan005** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 4:39 pm

I just want to start entering contests with prizes because I have won a couple and they had no prizes. It's like moving on too a higher level. But yes I will enter because making amv's and mv are my passion

sayde · Post by **sayde** » Wed Sep 06, 2006 6:08 pm

If you could eventually confirm sometime between now and the deadline whether or not you'll be able to mail out the prizes, I'd definately appreciate it.

zanedomain · Post by **zanedomain** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 5:37 am

I’ll update as it gets closer to the deadline. So far we are still under 10 entries and 2 more that are pending.

As far as prizes go, we got some swag from all the anime companies. Stuff like DVD’s & such. We where planning on custom trophies, but that’s only if we exceed 30 entries.

EvaFan · Post by **EvaFan** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 6:00 am

I'll think about entering... that last paragraph on the rules section is kinda bogus. All though I HIGHLY doubt the con is a rip, the way that paragraph is worded just kind of gives you the feeling. I won't enter unless I can finish my amv on time but you don't have a horror category so thats another reason to reconsider. What's up with con's not having a horror category... It's not a very popular style for amv's but usually they are really creative and unique ;_;...

jubjub2 · Post by **jubjub2** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 9:21 am

I'll be entering later today, prizes or no. Glad to see that SLC is getting into the groove and hosting a con!

JudgeHolden · Post by **JudgeHolden** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 11:54 am

Maybe I shall enter ......

jubjub2 · Post by **jubjub2** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 1:50 pm

The only thing that might cause problems is this part of the rules:

Anime Banzai Rules wrote:9. By submitting your video to this contest you affirm and agree that the submission is entirely, and without condition, your own creation; does not contain any material which may infringe on any intellectual property rights or other rights of third parties, or if it does, proper authorization and/or license have been obtained from the creator, distribution company, or owner of such rights. (bold added)

By their very nature, AMVs DO infringe on alllllll sorts of rights. I would love to see an AMV where the editor has copyright permission both from the musical artist and the anime company.

Does your con not have a blanket copyright permission for video and audio used during the convention? I'm not sure about other venues, but this little blurb seems to be a bit odd in comparison to other contests I've seen.

Moonie · Post by **Moonie** » Thu Sep 07, 2006 2:08 pm

Banzai!! Banzai!! Banzai!!

I think i might enter this.

One question,
If i send the video online can i also send the form online or do i have to mail it?