St. Margaret’s Winter Film Festival was an extraordinary showcase of the creative works of cinematic arts students in both Upper and Middle School. There were about 350 students, parents and friends attending the event in Hurlbut Theater. 

 

There were 30 films featured at the film festival of different genres written, directed and edited by Middle and Upper School Cinematic Arts students. Cinematic storytelling allows for reflection on joys, struggles, and complexities. Through filmmaking, students develop their unique gifts in storytelling that resonate with their experiences, connecting and understanding the world around them. The opportunity to express how they see diverse cultures, lifestyles, and challenges, evoke empathy and understanding. 

 

“Making movies gives us an incredible opportunity to problem solve as a creative community and tell stories that are meaningful to us,” St. Margaret’s film teacher Karen Bennett said. “I am so proud of our filmmakers who put in countless hours inventing stories that make us smile, laugh, think, and bring us together.”

 

Family and friends can watch the festival films and vote for the Audience Choice Award at the link below through Sunday, January 28th at 9 p.m. Audience Choice Award winners will be announced on Monday.

Visit the following link to watch and vote: https://www.bennettcinematicarts.com/winterfilmfestival