Teens, make your movie now for the library's 12th Annual Teen Film Fest!
Join the Arlington Heights Memorial Library for the 12th Annual Teen Film Fest! We'll screen this year's teen film entries, hear from our panel of judges and award the winning teen filmmakers. Meet filmmakers and actors on the red carpet preceding the event. Screening of films for all ages and there will be cash prizes. Films must be submitted by August 1 for the film screening on August 10, 7-9 p.m. in the library's Hendrickson Room. More information on the event, a full list of award categories and submission guidelines at ahml.info/teens/filmfest.
Check Out Equipment to Make a Movie
Calling all creatives! Look no further than the library's Studio for all the equipment you'll need to get the job done to create a film for the fest. Equipment can be borrowed for 1 week. Visit ahml.info/studio/equipment. Key pieces of Studio equipment Arlington Heights cardholders can check out and take on-the-go are:
• Canon Rebel T5i DSLR - The YouTubers go-to camera. Takes stills or video.
• Portable green and blue screen - Collapsible, easy to transport.
• Rode Shotgun Mic - Capture studio-quality sound on-location.
• Sennheiser Lav Mic
• Tripods
• Camera slider - Mini 23" dolly
• GoPros and accessories
Teen Film Fest: After Party
Head to the Hub for the official After Party of the Teen Film Fest. Get to know your fellow film enthusiasts, eat some delicious snacks and play games into the night. Teen Film Fest attendees and guests are encouraged to party with us.
Date and time: Friday, August 10, 9-10 p.m.
Location: Hub
Drop in
For more information, please visit www.ahml.info or call the library at 847-392-0100.