Ubisoft has created a short film contest inspired by the video game Assassin's Creed due out in November.

Film students, video game fans and media arts aficionados are encouraged to submit their short film of six-minutes or less, based on Assassin's Creed themes for judging via medialab.ifc.com, an integrated programme which offers filmmakers a destination for posting their independent films online. The grand prize winner will receive US$10,000, an Xbox 360, Assassin's Creed and inclusion of his short film inside the Limited Edition version of the game.

"Assassin's Creed has the cinematic look and feel of an epic movie. This contest allows film makers of all levels a chance to showcase their creativity by expanding upon the mystery and themes of the Assassin's Creed video game," says Tony Key, vice president of marketing at Ubisoft. "Video games, like films, have the ability to tell rich and dynamic stories and the... Assassin's Creed short film contest is a way for Ubisoft to show its appreciation to (sic) the art. We're excited to see what people bring to the table; I have a feeling we won’t be disappointed."

The Assassin's Creed franchise has captured the attention and imagination of video game audiences worldwide and the Assassin’s Creed short film contest is an opportunity for fans and others to explore the mysteries and depth of the Assassin’s Creed story, providing their own interpretation of the game.

Finalists will be selected by a panel of Independent Film Channel and Ubisoft judges and their films will be posted on the IFC website, to be viewed and voted on by fans and visitors who will ultimately choose the grand prize winner. Two runner-up's prizes include $2,500 cash, an Xbox 360, Assassin’s Creed and inclusion of their short films inside the Limited Edition version of the game. Winners will be announced on or before November 30.

About Assassin’s Creed

Assassin's Creed is set in 1191 AD, when the Third Crusade was tearing the Holy Land apart. Shrouded in secrecy and feared for their ruthlessness, the Assassins intend to stop the hostilities by suppressing both sides of the conflict. Players will assume the role of the main character, Altair, and will have the power to throw their immediate environment into chaos and truly experience the art of a master assassin.

For more information, visit assassinscreed.com.