By Ruby LilesEditor's note: this article was updated at 10:43 a.m. This weekend’s public screening and competition of short films created by Memphis-area students is set to bring together young people with an interest in the arts, specifically filmmaking.  Lily Cloud (left) at the Indie Memphis Youth Film Fest. Photo from Lily Cloud. Lily Cloud's short film "On Edge" screened this past Saturday at the Indie Memphis Youth Film Festival as part of the CrewUp mentorship program. Click here to watch the film! Updated at 10:43 a.m. This Saturday, Sep. 7 is the Indie Memphis Youth Film Fest, located at the Halloran Centre at the Orpheum downtown. The event kicks off at 10 a.m. with “Bluff City Law” star, Caitlin McGee speaking about acting and starting a career in the field of film, but the festivities last all day long. Throughout the day are various workshops covering disciplines like acting, production and art design, directing and cinematography, and even virtual reality. Lunch will be provided by Aldo’s, followed immediately by the youth film screenings at 12:45 p.m. Our very own Lily Cloud has an original film, “On Edge,” being shown as part of the CrewUp mentorship program, which features films made by teams of students chosen for a highly selective six-month mentorship program sponsored by the Grizzlies Foundation. Audience members will vote for their favorite films, pushing the best of the best into the next round of competition, Showcase.  At 3:45 p.m., the films chosen for Showcase will be screened. While festival-goers enjoy tacos courtesy of Maciel’s Taco Shop, the judges deliberate in preparation for the 6:15 p.m. Competition Screening. The festival is concluded by the award show at 8:45 p.m.
Be sure to get your free pass and ticket online, using this link. You must first register for a free pass, then select the tickets for the events you wish to attend. Hope to see a huge turkey turnout! Stay tuned for updates after the Film Fest.
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