Finalists Announced for Upcoming Student Media Festival

More than two dozen films from schools and programs throughout Los Angeles County were selected as finalists for the second annual . Thirty-two short films from 17 schools/programs will be screened at the March 10 festival at the El Portal Theatre in the NoHo Arts District, where the winners will be announced. Free tickets are still available at lasmf.lacity.org/tickets.

Last year, during its inaugural run, the LASMF received about 100 submissions from schools all over the city of Los Angeles. This year, the festival sought submissions from throughout Los Angeles County, collecting about 275 short films. Of the 32 final films, 18 are from schools within city limits with others from Burbank, Glendale, La Crescenta, Rosemead and Santa Monica. The complete list is available on lasmf.lacity.org/selections.

“After carefully considering nearly 300 submissions, our jury of esteemed media and arts professionals has selected the best of the best from Southern California’s most talented high school filmmakers,” said Councilmember Paul Krekorian, who created the one-of-a-kind festival in 2011.

“Now, the work of these remarkable young artists will be on the big screen at the Second Annual L.A. Student Media Festival, demonstrating the immense talent and creativity of today's teens. I’m eagerly anticipating the festival, which will present us all with an opportunity to enjoy an outstanding collection of films, and perhaps also to see the debut of the next generation's Steven Spielberg. This will be a marquee event for the entire region and should not be missed!”

The LASMF takes place March 10, at 5 p.m. in the El Portal Theatre, 5269 Lankershim Boulevard  North Hollywood, CA 91601. 

Councilmember Paul Krekorian represents Los Angeles' Second Council District, which includes the east San Fernando Valley and the foothills. His website is cd2.lacity.org, where you can sign up for news updates or visit him on Twitter (@PaulKrekorian) or Facebook.

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