VIVE Mars CamTrack Hosts BEST HORROR SHOT!

HTC VIVE has announced its second global film competition, BEST HORROR SHOT!, challenging filmmakers to create short horror films using the VIVE Mars CamTrack virtual production solution.

The competition aims to showcase the creativity and talent of established and aspiring filmmakers while highlighting the capabilities of the VIVE Mars CamTrack kit.

Behind the Scenes

• Participants will compete in two categories: INDUSTRY track for working filmmakers and STUDENT track for film students.

• Films will be judged on four criteria: Best Scare, Best Cinematography, Best Story, and Best Performance.

• Prizes include VIVE Mars CamTrack kits, VIVE Mars FIZTrack accessories, virtual workshops with industry experts, software licenses, and gift certificates.

Industry experts from CinePacks Studios, Cinematography Database, Andyax, and DossGuavaXR will judge the submissions.

For an in-depth look at the VIVE Mars CamTrack, check out our interview at NAB:

Final Take

The BEST HORROR SHOT! competition demonstrates HTC VIVE's commitment to empowering filmmakers with accessible virtual production tools. By focusing on the horror genre, the competition encourages participants to push the boundaries of their creativity and storytelling abilities while showcasing the versatility of the VIVE Mars CamTrack solution.

As virtual production continues to gain traction in the industry, initiatives like this competition serve to highlight emerging talent and inspire filmmakers to explore new possibilities in their craft.