OIF Chaos Challenge - 2021

Welcome to the Official Page for the 17th OIF Script-To-Screen Challenge.

Chaos Nominations & Winners

(Best Director & Best Picture nominees will be announced at the Awards Ceremony.  Winners are in bold.)

Best Hair MUA

Mystery

Sticky Fingers – Norma Jean Lipert
Welcome to Magenta –  Juan Pantoja
I’m Leaving Her – Shannon Curran

Horror

D.E.A.D. FORCE – Anne Constantino
PRECIOUS – Lindsey Johnson
Don’t Look in the Dark – Bray Muhammad
The Red Clock – Sean Ahearn

Action

GOTHA – Faith Gambina
Night Wynd – Sierra Morales
Crimson Jade– Sean Ahearn

Best Set Design

Mystery

Weekend of Recompense – Violetta Anna Licari
Cold Cuts – Alexis Bishop
Prey – Dean Baker

Horror

Izabella’s Love – Marie Cooper/ Florentina Kleiner
Homebody – McKenzie Jo Frazer
PRECIOUS – Kevin James Bond
Don’t Look in the Dark – Jeremiah Baumbach
The Red Clock – Alexandra Balda

Action

Crimson Jade – Samantha Burton
GOTHA – Stacy O’Connor
Escape – Maria Garcia Ossa

Best Supporting Actor

Mystery

Welcome to Magenta – Cory Churchwell
Weekend of Recompense – Phil Todd
Cold Cuts – Jeffrey Hess
Sticky Fingers – Marc Lucia

Horror

PRECIOUS – Tyler Hammond
Homebody – Cole Durham
Nightlight – Marc Lucia
D.E.A.D. FORCE –  DeVon Rodgers

Action

Game Night – Scott Mayers
GOTHA – Bryson Jonsteele
Escape – Michael Laughton

Best Supporting Actress

Mystery

Welcome to Magenta – Katie Payne
Weekend of Recompense – Jude Biancone
Sticky Fingers – Norma Jean Lipert
Cold Cuts – Sarah Malfara

Horror

Doubloon – Marival Parish
Nightlight – Amber Martin
PRECIOUS – Katie Lyons
The Red Clock – Ava Front

Action

Night Wynd – Jessica Lopes
Game Night – Raegan Smith
GOTHA – Abby Hosmer
Escape – Ava Front

Best Score

Mystery

Sticky Fingers – Francisco Long
Welcome to Magenta – Dillon Spurlin
I’m Leaving Her – Joe Hodgins
Murder on The Mind – Matthew Herzog

Horror

Nightlight – Milo Coello
PRECIOUS – Andrew Glen Weeks
ISOLATED – Kathleen Enriquez
Don’t Look in the Dark – Ron Potter
The Darkness Lives – Brandon Bowman
The Red Clock – Ron Potter

Action

Crimson Jade – Brooks Leibee
GOTHA – Ron Potter
The Ancient Cycle – Ron Potter
Escape – Albert Gonzalez

Best Cinematography

Mystery

I’m Leaving Her – Emmanuel Gallegos
Murder on The Mind – Derin George
Weekend of Recompense – David Kashner
Soliger – Nick Mroz

Horror

Nightlight – Austin Burke
Doubloon –  Marc Shahboz
The Darkness Lives – Joshua White
Crushed –  Dan Hagler
PRECIOUS – Dan Hagler
Homebody – Michael Sabbagh
The Red Clock – Paul Usungu
Don’t Look in the Dark – Jeremiah Baumbach

Action

GOTHA – Ron Bourdeau
The Challenge – Spence Jordan
Game Night – Trent Duncan
Escape – Jeremiah Baumbach

Best Editing

Mystery

Soliger – Nick Mroz
Sticky Fingers – Stanley Pomianowski
I’m Leaving Her – Fernando Tosetti
Murder on The Mind – Derin George

Horror

Crushed – Gregory Mohn
PRECIOUS – Kevin James Bond
Nightlight – Marcelo Carvalho
Homebody – Brooks Leibee
The Red Clock – Peder Trusiak
Don’t Look in the Dark – Kim Honnell

Action

The Challenge – Spence Jordan
Escape – Michael Speigner
Game Night –  Trent Duncan

Best Sound

Mystery

I’m Leaving Her – Mateo Vanegas
Murder on The Mind – Derin George
Sticky Fingers – Tristan Ortiz

Horror

Nightlight –  Michael Helms
Homebody – Ben Shepler
Crushed – Reese Miles
The Red Clock – Ron Potter
Don’t Look in the Dark – Kim Honnell

Action

GOTHA – Daniel Perretti
Game Night –  Tristan Ortiz
Escape  – Michael Helms

Best Lead Actor 

Mystery

Weekend of Recompense – Neil Parren
Welcome to Magenta – Tyler Price
I’m Leaving Her – Pablo Lorenzo
Cold Cuts – Jarron Webster
Sticky Fingers – Chuck Fusca
Murder on The Mind – Sebastian Hernandez

Horror

Twinsies – Jason Zen
Homebody – Gabe Perez
PRECIOUS – Josh Andrews
ISOLATED – Joseph Marino
Don’t Look in the Dark – Mark Anthony Kelly
Crushed – Robert Buckholtz

Action

GOTHA – Maxwell O’Connor
The Challenge – Andrew Higgins
The Ancient Cycle – Robert Dodrill

Best Lead Actress

Mystery

Welcome to Magenta – Katie Payne
Weekend of Recompense – Violetta Anna Licari
I’m Leaving Her – Madeline Regier
Cold Cuts – Jana Henry
Sticky Fingers – Sarah Malfara
Murder on The Mind – Sarah Yarborough

Horror

Bring me a Dream – Ashlyn McCain
The Handler – Trinity Soos
COVID MAMA – Audra Torres
Twinsies – Katie Payne
Doubloon – Jessica Willis
Homebody – McKenzie Jo Frazer
The Red Clock – Stephanie Kirves
Crushed – Janice Munk
The Darkness Lives – Shamon Williams

Action

GOTHA – Arlene Lagos
Game Night  – Madison Bowman
Escape – Samantha Minton
The Ancient Cycle – Melina Kay

Best Original Story

Mystery

Reflect – Sam Brown
I’m Leaving Her – Fernando Tosetti
Cold Cuts – Zach Cronin-Hurley
Welcome to Magenta – Manny Plaza-Fernandez
Sticky Fingers – Robin Hofmann
Murder on The Mind – Richard Carrillo

Horror

Crushed – Gregory Mohn
Bring me a Dream –  Ashlyn  McCain
The Red Clock – Alexandra Balda
Homebody – Andrew J. Paulsen
Don’t Look in the Dark –  J.P. Smith

Action

GOTHA – Joseph O’Connor
Escape – Jill Minton
The Ancient Cycle – Zachary Tuttle

Best Director

Mystery

I’m Leaving Her – Fernando Tosetti
Sticky Fingers – Robin Hofmann
Murder on The Mind – Derin George

Horror

PRECIOUS – Kevin James Bond
ISOLATED – Leah Breaux
The Red Clock – Alexandra Balda
Homebody – Andrew J. Paulsen
Crushed – Gregory Mohn
Don’t Look in the Dark – Jeremiah Baumbach

Action

Gotha – Joseph O’Connor
Game Night – Trent Duncan
Escape – Jill Minton

Best Picture Mystery 

Murder on The Mind
I’m Leaving Her
Sticky Fingers


Best Picture Horror

PRECIOUS 
ISOLATED
The Red Clock
Homebody
Crushed
Don’t Look in the Dark

Best Picture Action

Game Night
Gotha
Escape

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Official Selections (shown in green):

Action

Game NightTrentDuncanAn ordinary game night turns deadly for three players when psycho killers from the game come alive with murderous intentions.
Crimson JadeSamanthaBurtonBe Wary of your Faction..
GOTHAJosephO’ConnorIn a futuristic fascist state, 5 imprisoned children try to escape their work camp and its brutality.
EscapeJillMintonIn a post apocalyptic world, two sisters attempt an escape at freedom.
The Ancient CycleZacharyTuttleIn the dawn of mankind, one woman seeks revenge on the one who killed her family.
Itchdoo: Finding CalmRexSeatonICHDOO: FINDING CALM.
An ancient cursed land forces a boy to learn the difficulties of his true destiny much earlier than anyone would have ever expected putting the ones he loves most at risk.
“NightWynd”KENMONTANOShe has made a career out of helping criminals make fast getaways, but this time the cops are not the only ones chasing her.
Soul BladersJosephMarinoSOUL BLADERS
Two crime fighting bounty hunters prepare for the most chaotic night of the year…Mischief Night
Tallow: Checking InCharlesRodriguezTALLOW: CHECKING IN
A couple caught in the midst of a detective thwarting a criminal enterprise finds that some people are capable of more than they know.
“The Challenge”SpenceJordanIn order to save his family, a man must survive in the woods, and as he suspects, he’s not alone
A New DaylightWesImlayTwo government agents with mismatched personalities have to stop a bio weapon from being unleashed.

Horror

PRECIOUSKevin JamesBondThe cocky and arrogant billionaire of a multinational corporation cannot possibly foresee what horrors are about befall him.
The Red ClockAlexandraBaldaA creative young woman works to unlock the chains in her mind from the trauma of her past to find her way back to reality before she is destroyed.
TwinsiesGaryKennedyA serial killer who targets a certain aesthetic in women has found his next victim.
Darkest DaysMichaelSpeignerA high-class Journalist and a teen runaway girl cross paths with Bootleggers and get lost in the woods while being pursued by something supernatural.
Dying LightJacobMassaroA young woman must use her wits to survive the night against a supernatural serial killer.
SpiralKearaMixLiam’s struggles with depression make him a target for a dangerous entity. Will he be able to escape his own downward spiral or will he be consumed?
D.E.A.D. ForceJoeBoiOn a rescue exorcism gone awry, D.E.A.D. Force encounter a Wendigo: a shape-shifting, atmospheric controlling demon.
GROUND STATIONJustinRiosGROUND STATION. A group of engineers & Scientists are in the midst of working in a dish ground station when suddenly the power goes out. One by one the personal goes missing.
Don’t Look In the DarkJ.P.SmithA man recounts the details of a horrific photo shoot.
The Reckoning – The Dating Chronicles Ep 1DavidKashnerAfter a somewhat successful first date a girl must deal with her creepy ride share driver.
ASKErikHelsenA grieving father approaches an underworld boss for revenge. But does he understand what is at stake?
CrushedGregoryMohnA man is desperately trying to save his relationship from ending as an evil presence stalks them.
Love, LexMadisonBowmanWell-organized, straight A student, Lex Franklin, journals about her daily life and meticulous plans, but what if she steps out of line?
The Darkness LivesMegan/MarcBaillie/LuciaA young woman is tortured by a dark presence in her dreams.
The Unwanted VisitorNattaliaOrtizA girl’s anxiety manifests into her reality, struggling to escape the evil that is herself.
Bring Me A DreamAshlynMcCainBring Me A Dream. Annabel suffers from night terrors and in her efforts to try and end them gets trapped, she loses the ability to tell reality from the dream wolrd.
The MarkLouieCastilloAfter undergoing a surgical procedure, a man is forced to stay
in his home as his neighborhood is patrolled by the government.
The HandlerKellyWeaverBullied and abused, teen girl seeks help from a mysterious being called The Handler.
Izabella’s LoveFlorentinaKleinerA young teenager escapes persecution only to be faced with a worse future. She must become immortal in order to live.
Hide and SoughtBruceWoodA teenage girl babysitting four kids drives them to an empty park to play Hide and Seek. As night falls, she discovers they’ve lost the car key and decides the best course of action is to have the kids lock themselves in the car while she walks back to get the spare key. As she nears the house a man with ill-intentions pulls up alongside her and quickly deduces the following: she’s alone, she’s the babysitter and she doesn’t have her cell phone.
NightlightMarceloCarvalhoWhen a boy afraid of the dark is frightened by a ghost in his room during a thunderstorm, he must learn about courage and acceptance.
RamonaAntonChurchA mother is separated from her daughter and becomes determined to find her.
Late PickupSamuelGrovesWhen Christy’s mother fails to pick her up after her late shift, she enlists the help of a friend to investigate the situation.
Demony vs KhloeKrystalDericoDemony vs Khloe. The family goes on a trip to Africa, but daughter gets kidnapped by an African Tribe and returns back home with the soul of a demon.
COVID, MAMAAudraTorresMama races against the clock to save her organization from going under while balancing childcare during COVID lockdown. Can she also manage to keep her sanity?
HomebodyAndrewPaulsenA traumatized girl fears the worst on Halloween after her security cameras record a familiar figure.
PAPADiegoVeraA mother attempts to flee the grips of an abusive husband with her daughter.
Beast HunterJoshuaDe La VegaBEAST HUNTER. A simple walk home becomes a lot more when one young man finds himself hunting for an electronic beast, only to become the hunted.
When The Devil Stands Next To YouMichaelLambertiWhile camping, a group of friends are being possessed by a demon and hunts them down. Who can you trust when the devil stands next to you?
DoubloonMarcShahbozTwo treasure hunters follow their partner deep into the earth looking for both her and a long lost fortune.
The Hallowed and The HuntedKimbriaYoungA former priest tries to leave his past behind him until a revenge seeking demon has other plans.
The CureHollieBinetteFive strangers try to piece together the events leading up to their abduction
ISOLATEDLeahBreauxThe quiet and timid Dan, haunted by the loss of his fiance, is forced to face his trauma after being entranced by a mysterious video game.
StorageNicoleBirdWhen a grieving young woman encounters a malignant spirit imprisoned to an antique chair among the items kept by her, now-deceased, hoarder mother in a storage unit, she must fight for her life before she’s imprisoned, as well.

Mystery

In the Heat of the NightPaulUsunguA woman and her publicist become prime suspects when her wealthy husband is found dead in his office.
Sticky FingersRobinHofmannAll of them may have sticky hands, but only one of them has Sticky Fingers.
Weekend of RecompenseViolettaLicari

Three notorious serial killers are invited to the Estate of the infamous H. Lecter, by Epstein, and get far more than they expect.

Writers note: This is a re-submit with a scene change

MistranslationEmilioRomanTwo detectives try to interrogate a suspect without a certified interpreter.
PreyArleneLagosNobody goes home alone.
What the eyes cant seeAngelinazagonenkoClara is plunged with recurring dreams that she can’t decipher. Ignoring them comes consequences.
CicadaFreddieJarrettNothing is every really perfect, except the reviews for this 5-star secluded getaway under the stars.
Voices of the DeadPetraTresslerA newly purchased bed and breakfast becomes the site for evil and paranormal activity leading to the solving of a cold case.
ReflectBrandonPeeblesTwo distant friends meet again only to find that one of them may not be who they claim to be.
Masquerade: CoyoteDannyNavarroTwo men hit a snafu at a gas station in Texas delivering a mysterious package to their boss on the west coast.
Murder on the MindRichardCarrilloPatrick struggles with visions of violence and murder. He seeks help from a psychiatrist, but as their meeting goes on he continues to lose his grip on what is real and what is in his head.
“Welcome to Magenta”MannyPlaza-FernandezA families seemingly normal daily routine controlled by an evil mega-corporation is interrupted by an unknown resistance.
Wide AsleepMischaBubnashA man who struggles with sleepwalking discovers a frighteningly unique skill that is only accessible while he is asleep.
Dude, Where’s My CarKadeemBriddellA young man finds himself searching for his car as he is followed and harassed by a stranger in the parking lot.
My FlameChelseaNunezAfter the death of his wife, a wealthy man suffering from dementia, confides in his care taker about his marriage. But as the care taker begins to piece together the man’s story, they quickly unravel the decades, or even centuries long mystery that his wife had tried to keep hidden.
Cold CutsZachCronin-HurleyWhen Sam’s lunch goes missing one too many times, they must track down the company fridge thief.
I’m leaving herFernandoTosettiA deranged couple’s long-awaited heist to steal an unknown fortune takes a turn for the worst.
Eyes Tell AllZachMooreA Mystery/Horror about a visually impaired young man that experiences something more than just sight.
Rule #1H.MarieRULE #1. Two friends taking an improv class at their college find that what they perform in class starts to happen in real life. Facing a disastrous reality, they suspect that their professor may be involved in dark magic.
SoligerRobertMillerSOLIGER. A lawman is searching for missing girls, including his own daughter, unaware the answer may be closer than he realizes.

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OIF CHAOS FILM CHALLENGE

Chaos means to liberate against the same old stay-in-line chains that hold back creativity.   Go crazy and chaotic with your ideas!  Bring something totally new to the screen.  Surprise everyone. Aiming for Best Thrilling Screening Night!

Final film may be up to nine minutes long, including credits.
Avoid “fluff” that may disenchant the audience and use the action for greater engagement.
Horror – We want to feel chills and jump out of our seats.  Horror brings out our fears and innermost instincts.  These are strong emotions and perfect for a film’s goal to evoke these.

Action – Courage, bravery, vindication, justice.  Show us how a quick-moving film can capture our attention and have us hold our breaths as your story is told.

Mystery – Murder mystery? Sleuth? Whodunit? The case of….?  Provoke our minds and make us guess the outcome, but oh no!, The twist! The unexpected ending!  Mystery requires you to weave a story with intricacies that entertain and enthrall us.
PLEASE NOTE:
Filming cannot start prior to July 15 where the script selection is scheduled be announced. (Any prior filming will disqualify the entry) We all start at the same time.
We are looking for PG-13, No Nudity – general audience fitting scripts.
As most saw, we bring lots of people to watch the films and they are all ages. In order to give them enjoyable night, we are going to be a bit more selective with the scripts. If your script contains too much gore, too much violence, too much profanity… it may not be selected or screened.

Lets put on a show everyone can enjoy!

Link to submission page will be posted closer to the deadline.

– Award Categories

  • Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Music, Best Director, Best Cinematographer, Best Editor, Best Original Story, Best Sound, Best Set Design, Best Hair/MUA, Best VFX, Best Wardrobe
  • Certificate Awards:  Honorable Mentions, Best of Genre.

Submit an engaging original. Include a memorable story with scenes and characters to thrill the audience at the premiere.

– An official OIF Script-to-Screen Challenge.
PLEASE READ ALL GUIDELINES. Be sure to check the standard film submission guidelines, which are incorporated herein by reference.

  • Submission deadline for scripts: July 12, 2021 @ 11:59pm
  • Complete film must be submitted by End of Day:  October 15, 2021 @11:59pm
  • Please practice safe filming.  No real arms to be used on ANY set.
  • Choose one of the following genres: Horror, Action or Mystery. Sub genres are welcome, such as comedy.
  • Keep it clean, max rating of  PG-13.  Limit cursing, No nudity, minimal the gore and blood.  Limited profanity allowed where useful to the story line.  We normally have a general audience in the theater, keep it so the whole family can enjoy the screening.
  • Keep your script tight and engaging.
  • NO copyrighted music or stock footage
  • NO Fan films, make it original please.
  • Maximum total film run-time (including credits) is 9 minutes.  Required Slates do not count towards time limit.
  • If your script was selected you have a secured screening spot at the event and your cast and crew are eligible for awards as long as the final film qualifies and is submitted by the deadline.
  • Films not received by the deadline will not be eligible for awards and may not be screened.
  • If your script is selected you are expected to post updates to the OIF group along with these lead tags:
    #OIF #oifchallenge
  • Your film may NOT be shown elsewhere prior to the OIF Challenge screening date.
  • Standard Terms and Conditions apply and will be posted on the submission form.

Recap of some rules meant to provide more opportunities and fairer chance at the awards ceremony:

  • Same actor can only be in a total of 3 films as a lead or supporting lead role with a max of 2 leads roles.   Undertaking roles as an extra is excluded from the count.
  • Director and/or writer is limited to 1 film submission per Challenge.

Please read the full guidelines HERE

Tips

  • REWRITE – leave the script for a couple of days then come back to read it with a fresh mind, you have time, don’t rush or send the first draft.
  • GET FEEDBACK  – Let someone else advise if it made sense to them. We have a poll with 50+ people who are willing to give that feedback, reach out and/or consider participating in the pre-challenge table read workshop. (will be posted soon)
  • Get to the point fast, answer the question “what are we following here” as soon as you can so your script has a good pace, keep the audience engaged.

Complete Film Submission form:

Film Submissions are now closed.

Thank you and good luck!