2020/2021 Winners & Shortlists

Write a short summary of what happens in the film

The video opens on teenage girls dressed in two Halloween costumes, coming out of what sounds like a Halloween party. One of the girls notices someone coming towards them. Her friend grabs her and they both run off in fear. The film continues in the suburban-like neighborhood, with eerie background music, and an overall Halloweeny vibe. We see youngsters in spooky costumes hiding, fearing, and running away from this mysterious person. Throughout the video, we (the viewer) don't see this person's face. In the end, just as this person steps into the light, his face is revealed. We understand why everyone was petrified. But he looks normal. Just not the new normal. He's not wearing a face mask. As he makes his way into the light, the end message appears on screen: The scariest thing this Halloween is no mask at all. Protect yourself. Protect others (graphical face mask appears).

Cultural / Context information for the jury

Halloween is one of the most anticipated events for the youth in Lebanon. Each year, kids and young adults go trick or treating, costume parties, major pub streets, and hang out at key public districts that are always filled with youngsters in their spooky and scary Halloween costumes all enjoying this yearly awaited event.