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White Castle's short film contest inspired by Harold & Kumar

November 8, 2011

White Castle and the New York Film Academy have kicked off a short film contest inspired by New Line Cinema's new film "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas," which debuted in theaters Nov. 4.

Ten winners will each be awarded a $5,000 scholarship toward tuition for the New York Film Academy's eight-week filmmaking workshop. A panel of judges, including "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas's" Oscar-winning producer Greg Shapiro and director Todd Strauss-Schulson, will evaluate the short films.

"We are thrilled to be involved in this project," said Jamie Richardson, vice president of corporate relations for White Castle. "The contest is a challenge for filmmakers to distinguish themselves by telling an original story and to connect with the audience in a creative way. We're very excited to watch each film and see how the storyteller incorporates White Castle and the Harold & Kumar theme into their movie."

To enter, filmmakers must create and submit an original short film that follows the contest theme of "Heroic Quest for Holiday Cheer" in the spirit of "A Very Harold & Kumar 3D Christmas." The film must be 4 minutes and 20 seconds in length or shorter.

Submissions should be made online. 

All entries must be received by 5 p.m. Nov. 17. Winners will be announced on Dec. 20.

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