Santorini Super 8

The Greek island of Santorini is as beautiful as it is unique. Literally hewn from the earth's crust, the crescent shaped island is what's left following the collapse of an ancient caldera - its legacy, soaring cliffs and rocky outcrops. Famed for its whitewashed buildings - yes, they're the ones you always see on the travel adverts - the island is an absolute must see.

Having been to Santorini and witnessed its famously stunning sunsets first hand, we were cock-a-hoop when we discovered the call for entries for the 'Détours Santorini' Super 8 Film Festival. The whitewashed stone walls of the village of Oia offering the setting for a unique festival experience - promising a memorable time for audiences, film makers, and the casual wanderer alike.

For four summer nights (June 20th to 23rd), the audience will be given maps to navigate through the village, with details provided on the films showing and the film makers behind them. On their wanderings, participants will encounter films projected on grainy stone walls (from 10 projectors spread throughout the village) and each night will be able to vote for a winner.

There's no entry fee for submissions to this unique event as the festival is benefiting from the cooperation of the town of Oia with support mostly coming from private donors and local sponsorships.

The organisers are looking for films from both amateurs and professional film-makers on the Super 8 format and all genres will be accepted: animation, fiction, documentary and experimental film. However, submissions can only only be on Super 8 reversal film as selected films will be projected from original stock. Entries must be received by 1st June.

For more details on what might just be 2008's most innovative Super 8 experience go to Détours Santorini and then follow this link to the Wiki for more on the island.