The Videomaker/Canon 2008 Best Short Video Contest Winners (page 2)
Best Comedy
Hero
Brett Sorem, New York, NY
Prize: BeachTek DXA-2s Compact XLR Adapter
Can the protagonist stop the evil toilet paper bandit? Watch and find out!
Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: JVC GY-HD100U
Best Student Video
Not Another Bollywood Movie
Chris Knific, Fort Myers, FL
Prize: Canon HF10 Camcorder
A funny take on some of Mumbai's cinematic masterpieces.
Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: JVC GY-HD100U
Best Commercial/PSA
Kryptonite Customworks
Christopher Annese, Westfield, NJ
Prize: Pelican 1510 Carry-On Case with Padded Divider
A well-executed ad for a specialty Jeep restoration/modification shop in Paramus, NJ.
Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: Sony DCR-VX2100
Best Drama/Action
Survive
Joshua Smith, Cloverdale, CA
Prize: Video Guys Gift Certificate
A long-form ad for an energy drink is action-packed and visually remarkable.
Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: Panasonic AG-HVX200
Best Documentary
Sinulog: Colors in Motion
Peter Mancao, Mandaue City, Cebu, Philippines
Prize: Videssence Shooter Kit
A look at the annual Sinulog Festival in Cebu, Philippines.
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Camcorder: Sony HDR-HC1
Honorable Mention
Totem Poles
Cathy Prefrement, Sequim, WA
Prize: Pinnacle Studio 12
Marvel in some of the most the beautiful and largest pieces of art ever created as seen in the Pacific Northwest.
Honorable Mention
Jeff Eben for Mayor
Robert Thissen, Chowchilla, CA
Prize: Pinnacle Studio Plus 12
A funny campaign ad that probably helped Jeff Eben get a few votes in the recent mayor's race in nearby Fresno.
Software: Apple Final Cut Pro
Camcorder: Canon XL1
That's a Wrap
As the Videomaker Contest rides into the sunset, we give thanks to all of our contestants for making our job as judges so much fun over the years. We encourage you all to keep making great video.
Charles Fulton is Videomaker's Technical Editor.
See 'em Online!
Check out the winning videos on our website, a well as previous year winners.
