Film-makers given shot at the big screen
27/01/2010
Mental Health arts fest calls for new directors to enter awards
Budding film-makers are being offered the chance to have their work showcased in cinemas across the country during the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival.Film submissions do not need to be about specific mental health problems, but can explore any aspect or interpretation of mental health. Entries will also be considered for one of the festival’s awards.
Last year, entrant Lindsay Goodall won the Jury Prize at the Edinburgh Filmhouse, for her documentary, Irene, about three generations of women coming to terms with a difficult decision.
The festival, now in its fourth year, will run for four weeks throughout October and is aimed at transforming attitudes towards mental health.
Last year saw 200 events, attended by over 10,000 people, in venues ranging from town halls to iconic locations including Kelvingrove Art Galleries, and the Old Fruitmarket.
Entry to the competition is free, and films can be of any length or genre. For information about how to enter, visit: www.mhfestival.com.
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