Budding Newark filmmaker hits the big screen at Nottingham's Broadway cinema
A young filmmaker from Newark has hit the big screen by showcasing her own short film.
Mia Rhodes, 18, watched the premiere of her comedy screenplay 'Untitled' at Nottingham's Broadway cinema as part of the British Film Insitute (BFI) Academy.
It was the seventh annual showcase of short films made by young people in education in Nottingham.
Mia wrote her screenplay about a writer wrestling with different story ideas, which she pitched to a panel of industry professionals. Judges were so impressed that she was selected as one of just three to have their screenplay made into a film.
Not only did she write the entire script but also took on the role of production designer, including the responsibility for set design, props, costume and make-up.
"It was a huge responsibility taking on both roles but I really enjoyed the challenge. It was a very cooperative process and we all had to work together as a team to bring the script to life," said Mia.
She recently completed her A Levels at Nottingham College's High Pavement Sixth Form where she studied Film Studies, English Literature and History.
As part of her film studies, Mia got the opportunity to apply for the BFI initiative and was one of 20 to be accepted onto the course.
The project aims to give talented movie-makers aged 16 to 19 the chance to develop their filmmaking skills and prepare them for the industry.
Mia said: "As a child I was interested in acting and I attended several drama schools, but as time went on I became less interested in acting and more intrigued by what goes into film making.
"I have always had a deep imagination and this really helps when coming up with ideas because it is easier to visualise the end product. Getting the chance to see my film on a big screen was so exciting and I’m so proud of it."
Now the promising movie-maker is progressing to Leeds Beckett University in September to continue her pursuit in filmmaking.
"Getting accepted at university was such a relief and I am so pleased they saw potential in my film. One day I would love to become a film director but for now I am looking forward to getting stuck into my degree and seeing where it takes me."
The BFI course started in October last year and the young filmmakers spent more than 120 hours working alongside industry professionals.
This included learning about the different aspects of filmmaking from writing, editing and camera composition to special effects, lighting and sound.
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