UCCA announces documentary contest to mark 125th anniversary of immigration to the U.S.

by Tamara Gallo
Ukrainian Congress Committee of America

NEW YORK - As part of its commemoration of the 125th anniversary of the first immigration of Ukrainians to the United States, the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America announced a contest for Ukrainian American amateur movie directors and students. The contest will judge documentary film or video productions that creatively and appropriately depict Ukrainian American life and the contributions of Ukrainian Americans to mainstream America.

Applicants should explain in detail why their film, which must be 30 minutes in duration, will be a lasting contribution to the history of the Ukrainian American community and the United States. Successful projects will be judged on the basis of how they portray Ukrainian Americans as loyal citizens of America, how Ukrainian Americans fostered and preserved their culture in the United States, and how Ukrainian Americans helped their native land re-establish its national independence.

Applicants should also describe how they expect to complete the project by the end of 2003. The sole winner of the film/video contest will receive $10,000 to produce the documentary.

Those interested in participating in the UCCA's movie contest must submit, in writing, the details of the plan, the script and storyboard to the UCCA's National Office by May 30. PowerPoint presentations of the plan, script and storyboard on CD-ROM will also be accepted.

The UCCA's Film and Heritage Committees will review all proposals and announce the winner by the end of June. Upon completion, the winning film will be screened in Ukrainian American communities throughout the United States.

All entries and the winning movie become properties of the Ukrainian Congress Committee of America, New York. For full contest details, contact the UCCA office in New York City.

Projects can be submitted by e-mail to: ucca@ucca.org or by regular mail to: Ukrainian Congress Committee of Americ, "Film Contest," 203 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10003.

Copyright © The Ukrainian Weekly, March 16, 2003, No. 11, Vol. LXXI

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