The Riches of Our Minds and Souls
LOGLINE
This documentary explores the working life of teens. We discuss the pros and cons of working while going to school, our idea of meaningful work, what we want for our future, and how schools can better help us get there.
FILMMAKER INTERVIEW
What do you want the audience to take away from the film?
Young people want meaningful work that gives them a good quality of life, but school and the work opportunities available to them do not always prepare them for that.
Why are opportunities like Film Prize Junior important to students like you?
It motivates us to complete our projects because we have an audience to share them with.
Which scene did you have an absolute blast filming and why?
All of the interviews.
What obstacles challenged you and your crew the most when completing this film? What did you learn from making this short film?
It was difficult to keep the team on the same page.
What advice would you give to future participants in Film Prize Junior?
Be consistent with your effort and show up on time!
Writer
My'Layla W, Kayla F
Cinematographer
Chase B
Researcher
Lelia S
Interviewer
Tremayne C
Date
April 13, 2024
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