Camera Work
Shot composition, camera stability/steadyness, camera movement.

Quality of Dance
Technical and creative composition, motifs, timing, musicality, performance, clarity/intentional.

Sound Design
Sound Score and emotional resonance, balance of sounds.

Lighting and Exposure
Effective use of ambient natural lighting, or artificially created lighting, shadows, shape, color and mood.

Editing and Pacing
Effective flow of film by using lifts, drops, static and dynamic changes in moments. Fluid/intentional transitions.

Storyline & Content
Clear and understandable storyline or character development. Does the message or idea of the piece come through by the end of the film?

Creativity & Originality
Unique varied perspectives used in film. Risks or imaginative takes in the film.