The international jury will apply the following criteria for selection: first and foremost, technical competence in the fields �cinematographic art�, �alpinism�, �journalism� and �film history� as well as the reference to �ethnological topics�. From all the contributions for the competition, the jury will choose the "Grand Prix Graz" winner (trophy and prize money € 5000.-) from among all eligible contributions. In addition, the best film in each of the categories I�V is awarded the �Alpine Camera in Gold� (trophy and prize money € 2500.-).

Competition films that for reasons of time constraints cannot be shown in the main program can be viewed in their original version in the "Blauer Salon". Please note the order of presentation on the program available at the entrance of the theatre.

	Alpine Documentation
	Documentaries about expeditions and ascents, films with historical references to alpinism.

	Climbing on rock and ice
	Films about rock and ice climbing, showing the activities of climbing and the motives behind them

	Adventure
	Adventure films showing people and their extraordinary achievements outdoors

	Alpine and foreign cultures
	Contributions which deal with ethnological topics and cultures worthy of protection in Alpine and foreign regions

	Nature and Environment
	Films that deal with preservation and presentation of the environment, nature and wildlife.