The Iris Prize FIlm Festival, held in Cardiff each autumn, has managed to become one of the best LGBT film festivals around by recognising that a lot of the best work in gay filmmaking is taking place in the short film arena. At Iris these films are at the forefront, rather than being sidelined into niche little collections like they are at many fests.
It also does a great job of trying to open itself up to all people, whether gay, straight, young or old. That includes the Iris Prize Youth Jury 2014 sponsored by Cardiff University, which is returning for a second year and will give up to 10 young people the opportunity to play an integral part in the Iris Prize Festival.
“We are delighted to once again support the Iris Prize Youth Jury. The Iris Prize has in a short space of time become a beacon for the international LGBT film-making community, and each year the number of media professionals we welcome to Cardiff during the festival grows,” said Professor Elizabeth Treasure, Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Cardiff University.
She added: “The local community has an important role to play in the festival, which has become a highlight of Cardiff’s events calendar. Our sponsorship will enable local young people to have direct access to film industry professionals, which we hope will inspire them to pursue their own creative aspirations.”
“I’m thrilled to see the relationship between the Iris Prize and Cardiff University develop and grow. This is an amazing opportunity for somebody who loves film and is considering a future career in media. The chance to meet so many talented people from all over the world is just part of the experience as they select the second Iris Prize Youth Award 2014,” said Andrew Pierce, Festival Chair.
The Iris Prize Festival is looking for young people aged between 14 and 17 years of age who love film to be judges at this year’s Cardiff-based lesbian and gay film festival. Those selected will get a private screening of some of the best short films produced over the past 12 months; a chance to meet the 10-strong Iris Prize International Jury, and a VIP ticket to attend the exclusive 2014 Iris Awards presented by Amy Lamé.
Application forms are available by e-mailing [email protected] and must be returned by Friday 19 September 2014. You can find more details by clicking here.
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