Search is on for film talent in area (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)

TV star Todd Carty backing scheme to get film made in Bradford

9:46am Thursday 3rd March 2011 in News By Emma Clayton

Todd Carty

A film company, making its first film in Yorkshire, is searching for young movie-making talent in Bradford.

The Co-operative British Youth Film Academy (BYFA) – which includes Bradford College among its member institutions – is holding auditions for cast and crew of its first film made in the region.

The location has not yet been confirmed.

It is part of a challenge to simultaneously make four feature films in four regions – North and West Yorkshire and East and West Midlands – during the school summer holiday.

The Academy has received £500,000 from the Co-operative Group, enabling it to offer young people aged 14 to 25 the chance to get involved in a five-week summer camp covering various aspects of film-making.

The BYFA provides a link between the commercial film industry and media education, offering training and vocational experience.

Students work with professional film-makers to produce a full-length feature film, and get their name in the credits.

Former EastEnders actor Todd Carty has been involved in three BYFA productions.

He said: “It’s a terrific experience.

“The energy of the young people is fantastic; it is extremely inspiring to work with a group of such motivated individuals and the positive impact on all who participate is clear to see.”

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