Youth Jurors eager to learn about Filmmaking
Youth Jurors Dive Into Filmmaking Insights
At the 10th annual Special Edition of the Ajyal Film Festival, enthusiastic youth jurors eagerly engaged filmmakers with numerous questions about their creative processes and motivations for addressing controversial subjects.
The Mohaq jury, composed of children aged 8 to 12, showed a keen interest in the narrative of the animated film “Dragon Princess” (France/2021). Director Jean-Jacques Denis explained that the film’s enchanting world and characters were a tribute to childhood, highlighting the story of a little girl raised by a dragon.
During panel discussions, the role of documentary filmmakers was a hot topic. The panel emphasized that documentarians should strive to present reality without altering it. They discussed “The Territory,” noting its powerful portrayal of Amazon deforestation and how it heightened their awareness of environmental issues.
The young jurors also debated the significance of documentaries versus fictional storytelling. They considered whether capturing real-life events or employing creative imagination was more vital for filmmakers. Echoing Werner Herzog’s perspective, they acknowledged that many documentaries blend reality with storytelling and that the profound truth and power of facts contribute to the compelling nature of documentaries.
