we’re opening straight 8 shootout 2026 unusually early

COMMIT TO making a film guaraNTeed to screen at shootout 2026 - CANNES + LONDON

FIND OUT HOW IT ALL WORKS AND SHARE WITH COLLEAGUES HERE

COMMIT TO TAKING YOUR PLACE AND START MAKING YOUR FILM AS SOON AS YOU’RE READY - WE’RE OPEN.

FILM BY END OF APRIL 2026

PREMIERE AT CANNES - JUNE 19TH 2026

UK PREMIERE - JUNE 25TH 2026

entry fee includes:

entry to this competition as described on the straight 8 website

entry number supplied after successful entry - this must be included visually in first 3 seconds of your film

processing, scanning from world-class motion picture film lab cinelab film & digital

creation of master pro-res file with straight 8 slate and your soundtrack (lined up with first frame of picture)

an incredible team-building, creatively freeing experience

a nerve-wracking premiere in cannes, and replay in london

voting rights

the chance to win a coveted shootout trophy

full rules apply - available after entry

excludes:

cost of one roll of super 8mm film

cost of shipping to cinelab film & digital in london for processing in time for deadline

physical film spool return

camera hire / purchase - great super 8 cameras are easier to find than people think - check here

idea creation

props, cast, locations, insurance, catering

cost of champagne for everyone you know when you win