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The Future Was Filmed: A Youth Film Camp

Lights, camera, tech! Calling young filmmakers aged 10-15 to explore the evolution of technology and direct their own film.

Date & time
31 October - 1 November 2025 | 11.00-16.00

Event format

Attend event in person

Event type

Participatory interactive event, Workshop or training

Event topic

Education, My local area, Technology and us

Audience

Young People

Academic discipline

Cinematic Arts

Venue

Rural Community Network

38A Oldtown Street Cookstown BT80 8EF

What's on offer?

Dive into the world of filmmaking at this hands-on two-day camp for 10-15 year olds!

Explore archive footage showing how technology in the workplace has changed – from giant computers in the 1960s, to large assembly lines and robots.

What's it about?

Get creative and turn your ideas into your own short film, created and directed by you!

Learn professional filmmaking skills, try out legendary presenter Charlie Witherspoon’s retro interviewing style, and make films that will be added to Northern Ireland Screen’s Digital Film Archive.

Past meets present in a camp full of creativity, cameras, and tech!

No previous experience required, but availability to attend both days is required.

31 October 11am-4pm - Workshop 1

1 November 11am-4pm - Workshop 2

Filmmaking equipment will be provided.

Who's leading the event?

Led by Dr Laura Aguiar from Ulster University and Bronagh McAtasney, Public Engagement Manager, Heritage & Education from Northern Ireland Screen.

Open to

10-15 year olds

Of particular interest to

Young people interested in filmmaking.

Event booking deadline

24 hours before the event starts

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