We want your comedy shorts – and no, we’re not talking about the embarrassing pair of cartoon boxer shorts your mum bought you for Christmas.

We are calling for submissions for the inaugural Eat My Shorts comedy film competition, which is being held as part of the International Comedy Film Festival (25th - 28th September 2008) . 

The rules couldn’t be any more straightforward. The films need to be short…and they need to be comedies. Easy peasy. How short, you ask? Well preferably up to 15 minutes long, although if it’s a work of comic genius, then obviously we could have our rubber arms twisted and allow entries of up to 30 minutes long.

Entries must have been produced within the last twelve months and submitted on DVD in any regional format. Films in languages other than English require English subtitles. Simply download our application form here and pop it in the post along with your DVD by 15th September 2008.  

Our panel of industry and comedy experts will grab their popcorn and watch all of the entries, whittling the witty creations down to the very best. We will let you know if yours has been short listed for a screenings at the International Comedy Film Festival in September, so you can show off to all your family and friends.  

The winning films in each category will be announced at our all-star gala night being held at the Riviera International Centre - live from the glittering heart of the English Riviera on Sunday 28 September.

The categories are:

16 and under; 17 to 21; and 22 and over.

Obviously, you will be entering the competition because you have a passion for the genre and not for any sort of financial reward – although as a bonus, you will be glad to learn that prizes will include cash, flights and a very quirky award to pop on your mantelpiece. Watch this space for details!

Eat My Shorts is set to develop into a fantastic annual competition and a celebration of comedy film, so get creative. And remember, ‘laughter is the best medicine for everything, unless you are really ill, and then we suggest you call 999.    

For more information please visit www.internationalcomedyfilmfestival.com