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SHORT FILM RUBRIC 
SHORT FILM RUBRIC
Rubric Code: H2WB999
By GreyWarden
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Subject: Vocational  
Type: Project  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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CRITERIA
  Excellent

WELL DONE!

4 pts

Good

GOOD JOB!

3 pts

Fair

WELL...

2 pts

Poor

GO HOME!

1 pts

Script

Excellent

Complete script for entire film turned in by deadline. Includes all dialogue, stage directions, scene/set descriptions, and technical notes.
Good

Complete script for Includes most dialogue, stage directions, scene/set descriptions, and technical notes.
Fair

Missing significant amount of dialogue, stage directions, scene/set descriptions, and/or technical notes.
Poor

Did not turn in script at all or what was turned in barely qualifies as a script.
Cinematography

Excellent

Shot composition is carefully crafted to the mood and purpose of each scene. Clever and creative shots and angles are used throughout the film. Visually interesting and memorable.
Good

Shot composition is sometimes crafted to the mood and purpose of each scene. Clever and creative shots and angles are used for the majority of the film. Visually interesting and memorable for most of the film.
Fair

Some clever and creative shots and angles are used, but more attention was paid to WHAT was shot than HOW it was shot.
Poor

Little, if any, attention paid to shot composition. Shots and angles are boring. Viewers don't want to continue watching this film.
Audio

Excellent

Dialogue sounds clear and crisp. Music and sound effects suit the cinematography, character, and mood.
Good

The majority of dialogue sounds clear and crisp, with few audio problems. Music and sound effects suit the cinematography, character, and mood for the majority of the film.
Fair

Dialogue is overpowered by background noise or audio buzz. Music and sound effects are in the film because the team liked them, as opposed to helping tell the story.
Poor

Dialogue is difficult to understand for the majority of the film. Little to no use of music or sound effects. Audio was not a priority in this film.
Costumes/Props

Excellent

All costumes and props are suitable to character, time, and place. No "magical mystical costume changes" between scenes. All props look real.
Good

Most costumes and props are suitable to character, time, and place. One "magical mystical costume change" between scenes. Most props look real.
Fair

Little attention was paid to planning costumes and props, but the end result isn't too bad. Two "magical mystical costume changes" between scenes. Some props are inappropriate, or look obviously fake.
Poor

People showed up in clothes. That's it. Three or more "magical mystical costume changes" between scenes. Props are missing or poorly chosen.
Tech Specs

Excellent

Completed film is 10-15 minutes long. Exported in H.264 format. Saved as film title. Saved to correct folder on class flash drive.
Good

Completed film is 8-9 minutes long. Exported in H.264 format. Saved as film title. Saved to correct folder on class flash drive.
Fair

Completed film is 5-8 minutes long. Not necessarily exported in H.264 format. Not necessarily saved as film title. Saved to correct folder on class flash drive.
Poor

Completed film is 0-5 minutes long. Not exported in H.264 format. Not saved as film title. Not saved to correct folder on class flash drive.
Plot/Dramatic Structure

Excellent

Plot has clear beginning, middle, and end. Dramatic structure builds to climax, then ends with falling action.
Good

Plot has mostly clear beginning, middle, and end. Dramatic structure is generally followed, but wanders in places. Climax of story is clear.
Fair

Plot is difficult to follow, and lacks either a clear beginning, middle, or end. Dramatic structure is only somewhat followed, and actions seem random.
Poor

What plot? This is a collection of random actions with nothing tying them together.
Character Development

Excellent

All characters are as thoroughly fleshed-out as the story requires. Clear protagonist and antagonist.
Good

Most characters are as thoroughly fleshed-out as the story requires. Main characters are clear, but their roles in the story may not be.
Fair

Some characters are developed, but at least half are just people on the screen. Who's story is this?
Poor

Everyone who appears on screen is immediately forgettable. No real character development to speak of.



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