"Roach" is a competition for young filmmakers who try to his own strength in filmography. A phone and a camera are inseparable attributes of life today everyday use, so it is worth using them in a creative way. Competition organized by the Ełk Cultural Center proves that the creative, interesting or important film is not needed film education and experience as a filmmaker.

The competition is held in two categories. The first of them is: "Ełk in the Lens", i.e. a proposal for young residents of Ełk and 12-19 years old. The task is to create a maximum of 10 minutes a film in which the author will present his vision of our city, its inhabitants and It will also present the most interesting places and stories related to it.

The second category is: "KinoTerapia – Me. You. Cinema", which is nationwide and will be able to demonstrate in it participants aged 15–19 years old. In carrying out this task, the focus should be on the transfer of emotions, showing interpersonal relationships and on matters and experiences for important to us. The video must not be longer than 15 minutes.

"Roach", or the Short Film Competition is organized as part of the V Ełk Film Festival "KinoTerapia". On The authors of the best productions will receive financial prizes, and selected films will be presented during the festival. The total prize pool is 6,500 PLN.

Applications can be sent until October 5 this year, and The winners will be announced during the final gala, which will take place on October 25.

More details of the competition and the regulations can be found on page kino.elk.pl