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Youth Jury Program


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Our Youth Jury Program fosters a deeper appreciation for independent film from Canada and around the globe. Two Youth Juries (ages 9-12 and 13-19) evaluate every film in their age category, and choose the Opening Night Gala award winners. Graduates of the Youth Jury Program are invited to join the Youth Advisory Board.

“The films I got to see were original, funny, touching, and inspirational, and best of all, they are not the type of things that you can go to see in a theatre... Being on the youth jury really opened my eyes up to a whole new world of information, of culture, and of art. It has been an amazing experience.” - Lauren Selden, Grade 11

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Youth Jury Application

Entry Deadline: December 3, 2010

If you are between the ages of 9 and 19, then send us a written review for a chance to join the 2011 Reel 2 Real Youth Jury. You can choose to write your review about any movie you have seen.

To enter your film review: 1. Send your film or movie review in 100 - 250 words or less. Include the film title and name of the director. 2. Be sure to let us know how to reach you. Include your name, age, address, phone, and email address. For more information contact us at: 604-224-6162 or info@r2rfestival.org

Why be on the Youth Jury? As a jury member, you will receive a V.I.P. Pass to will see great films from around the world, decide which ones should be awarded the Youth Jury Prizes, and present your reasons for selecting the winning films at the awards ceremony. You will also have the opportunity to meet visiting film directors and participate in filmmaking workshops. Jury applicants will be selected based on content, originality, and the ability to think critically about movies. Click here to find our how to write a movie review.