Reel 2 Real Festival runs April 13-20, 2012
Click here for the 2012 Film Guide
The Reel to Real: A Celebration of Moving Images for Youth Society is a non-profit registered charity dedicated to showing the best in culturally diverse, authentic programming for youth. Reel to Real presents an annual film festival, the Reel 2 Real International Film Festival for Youth, and media arts programming year-round.
Through public screenings, hands-on workshops, interactive panel discussions, and public forums, our mission is to involve youth in actively viewing and discussing professionally made films; expose youth to new ideas and cultural perspectives; offer high-quality cinematic entertainment outside the mainstream; explore issues that are important to youth; engage youth in discussions with filmmakers about their work; increase understanding of the art and craft of filmmaking; and promote the production and presentation of high quality independent films for youth. [read more]
Join the Youth Jury!
If you’re between the ages of 9 and 19 and love movies, tell us what you think of a film you’ve seen. We are now accepting new Youth Jury members at the 14th-annual Reel 2 Real International Film Festival in 2012.
Jury members will:
- Attend Reel 2 Real with free admission to films;
- Judge every eligible film (please see the schedule);
- Watch the films in special jury seats;
- Choose a winning film and provide reasons for the choice;
- Come to a firm and fair decision in full co-operation with other jury members;
- Represent the Festival professionally in any and all media appearances;
- Enjoy popcorn and drinks; and
- Have fun!
