Permission to Create!


The $1,000 Grumpy Bear Film Competition exists to give you permission, purpose, and a platform to create.


Here's Your Nudge

Content creation and filmmaking are senses of art. You can manifest ideas in a way that others can experience them. Filmmaking pushes you to wake up early, hike a little further and experience more. It's a form of therapy and accountability. Sometimes you just need a little nudge from the community.
First Prize: $500
1st Consolation: $250
2nd Consolation: $250
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Deadline: Nov 20, 2023
Winners Announced: Dec 6, 2023

How To Enter

Film an original :15 - :60 seconds long.

  1. Create an original film that includes coffee. Doesn't matter how, just include coffee.
  2. Post your short film on your Instagram or TikTok by November 20.
  3. Use the hashtag #GrumpyBearCoffee
  4. Tag Grumpy Bear on Instagram (@GrumpyBear_Coffee) or TikTok (@grumpybearcoffee)
  5. Fill out the form linked on this page. One entry per person/team.

Frequently Asked Questions


How will this be judged?

You must include coffee in your film. The more story and emotion you can include the better.
You don't have to travel far to drink your coffee outside. We are looking for art.
Judges will look for story, feeling, cinematography, sound design, and overall feeling.
You must follow the criteria in order to be considered - don't forget the coffee.


What is the criteria?

:15 - :60 seconds long.
Must include coffee.

Post your short film on Instagram or TikTok and use the hashtag #GrumpyBearCoffee as well as tag Instagram (@GrumpyBear_Coffee) or TikTok (@grumpybearcoffee)


How do I enter?

Fill out the form linked on this page and post to either TikTok (@GrumpyBear_Coffee) or Instagram (@GrumpyBearCoffee) tag the Grumpy Bear profiles and using the hashtag #grumpybearcoffee.


Can I enter multiple videos?

Just one entry will be considered for prizes. You can post and tag Grumpy Bear as much as you'd like though!


Is there a fee to enter?

No! We'd love to see you make a video with your Grumpy Bear Coffee mug or hat, but no purchase is required for entry.


Which countries can enter?

You can enter from every country, but there are some restrictions to who is eligible for prizes due to sanctions from the United States government.