Cine Under 20

By Rob Christopher in Arts & Entertainment on Mar 12, 2008 2:45PM

Evidence by Godfrey Reggio is a short, rather disturbing film made up of footage of children watching TV. We don't see what they're watching (Dumbo actually). We only see their docile, glazed expressions. They just sit there, absorbing.

By the time they reach adulthood, kids will have been bombarded with tens of thousands of images. But today's kids are also more likely than ever to actually create their own images. All you need is a camera (or even a cell phone), an idea, some energy and curiosity. The third annual Cine Youth Festival for filmmakers under 20, sponsored by Cinema/Chicago, is accepting entries through April 1. All films must be under ten minutes, but the entry fee per title is a very friendly $10. The festival will take place at Columbia College from June 20-21 and will also include workshops. Prizes range from partial college scholarships to a cold hard cash award of $1,000. Go for it!