Hobbyists, enthusiasts and part-time directors. Each of our Lucky Three finalists is a mix of filmmaker and fan. Get the scoop on who they are and what makes them tick. You'll be able to say you knew all about them before they hit the big time.
It took more than influences to become a Frame of Reference finalist. Each of our contestants ran the gauntlet to produce their first contest films:
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Getting Referential
Our contestants chose from a palette of film styles, motifs and indie songs to develop a solid plot.
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Making it In
Time was of the essence as contestants filmed, edited and submitted films by the April 4 deadline.
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Surviving the Votes
Over three rounds, the films were screened, reviewed and rated by the public and a select set of judges.
Our finalists' second challenge films debuted at the Telluride Film Festival, which took place over the 2008 Labor Day weekend. But the labors of the Lucky Three ended more than a week before: Take a look at the rigorous Lucky Three calendar.
May 30: Lucky 3 Finalists Announced
The finalist films are annnounced on the Dell Lounge.
June 20: The Second Challenge Revealed
Filmmaking begins as the finalists received second challenge details.
August 20: Second Challenge Films Due
Our finalists send in their second challenge films.
August 29: Opening Day, 2008 Telluride Film Festival
The Lucky Three travel to Telluride to enjoy the festival.
August 31: Contest Film Judging
Our panel of judges screen the contest films.
September 1: Contest Winner Revealed: Clinton Torres
The Dell Lounge crowns the contest winner on the last day of the Telluride Film Festival.
Check back for more details on our finalists as they drive to complete the second Frame of Reference filmmaking challenge. Then return on September 2, to see who wins the $25,000 grand prize.
Watch winning videos from our first challenge.
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Childhood Dreams
An intrepid scientist makes one big mistake: Using himself as a test subject. Told in cinéma-vérité. |
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The New Cook's Almanac
A futuristic silent film about the dangers of using alien ingredients in haute cuisine. |
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The Vampire Who Came to Dinner
The levity of Bollywood, the grimness of the walking dead — all while referencing Guess Who's Coming to Dinner. |
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