Completed films must be submitted to the Simcoe Branch by 7 p.m. Friday, November 20th.
High school-aged youth across Norfolk County will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity and filmmaking skills during the second annual Youth Film Challenge and Festival hosted by the Norfolk County Public Library.
The 24-hour challenge begins Thursday, November 19th, at 6:30 p.m. at the library’s Simcoe Branch. Participants will receive three unique prompts, a registration package and filmmaking tips from industry professionals before getting to work on their own five-minute movie.
Young filmmakers will have just 24 hours to develop an idea, write a script, film and edit their projects.
Completed films must be submitted to the Simcoe Branch by 7 p.m. Friday, November 20th. The deadline coincides with a PA day, giving participants a full day to work on their productions without missing school.
The event will wrap up Monday, November 23rd, with a red-carpet premiere at the Strand Theatre in Simcoe, beginning at 7 p.m.
All submitted films will be screened on the big screen, giving participants an opportunity to share their work with family, friends and members of the community.
Audience members will also be invited to vote for their favourite film. The winning filmmaker or team will receive the Live Audience Choice Award.
The event offers young people an opportunity to explore filmmaking, put their creative ideas into action and experience the excitement of seeing their work featured on the big screen.
