LLCU 21 Film Project Promotion Official Rules and Information

Film any type of movie that you would like (i.e. comedy, drama, etc.) and enter it into our "21 Film Project Contest". It's simple to enter, just submit your finished movie online or at one of Land Lincoln Credit Union's branches and follow the rules listed below.

1. Entries must be submitted online or on a DVD or VHS. Movies can be dropped off at any of our branches or mailed to: LLCU Marketing Department, 3130 E. Mound Road, Decatur, IL 62526.
2. Movies must somehow incorporate our name "Land of Lincoln Credit Union" and our tagline "Bank on learning more." The movie does not have to be about the credit union. You do not have to bank at LLCU to participate.
3. Videos must not be longer than 4 minutes, not including credits.
4. You must be 16 years or older to enter. Only one entry per person may be submitted. Use of any copyrighted material is prohibited.
5. LLCU will reject any entry it deems inappropriate (i.e. pictures featuring nudity, criminal acts against LLCU, drug or alcohol abuse or excessive violence).
6. A waiver must be signed with each entry. The waiver can be obtained on our web site (above) or at our branches.
7. All entries are due by July 16th, 2012. Other restrictions and guidelines may apply.

The 21 Film Project Prize Information

Pictures will be judged by an independent panel and LLCU employees. (3) nominees in each category will be chosen and announced. Top films in each of the categories will be awarded the following prizes:

a) Best Picture	$1,500.00 Grand Prize & Award
b) Best Direction	(1) iPod Touch & Award
c) Best Actor	(1) iPod Touch & Award
d) Best Editing	(1) iPod Touch & Award
e) Best Use of LLCU     Name and Tag	(1) iPod Touch & Award
f) Best Screenplay	(1) iPod Touch & Award
g) People's Choice Award	(1) Award
The People's Choice Award will be voted on and announced at the Award Show and Screening.

Awards Show and Screening

The 21 Film Project will be held in downtown Decatur during the 27th annual Decatur Celebration! With total attendance of almost 300,000, the Celebration is a great way to get the exposure your film deserves. Film Project events will be held throughout the weekend, including screenings of the top 20 films and award-winning films from other festivals around the country.

If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail us at llcu@llcu.org for more information. Thanks for participating!