A teenager has been named one of the UK’s brightest filmmaking talents.
Seventeen-year-old Rosie Merat-Brandwood, from Brighton, was presented with the Ones to Watch award at the Into Film Awards, held at the ODEON Luxe in Leicester Square yesterday.
The event celebrates emerging talent in youth filmmaking and was hosted by broadcaster Konnie Huq, with appearances from Jodie Whittaker, Hayley Atwell and Nick Frost.
Rosie’s win was praised by Barbara Broccoli, producer at EON Productions.
Ms Broccoli said: "I’m incredibly proud of this year’s Into Film Awards, Ones to Watch winners; Rosie from Brighton, Noah from Bristol and Araminta from Conway, Wales. It’s so exciting for us all to celebrate their fantastic work today here on London’s Piccadilly Lights."
Rosie was recognised for her filmmaking achievements, including the documentary The Freedom of the Sea, which tells the story of her family’s decision to leave Iran during the 1970s revolution.
The film has earned multiple awards, including Best Short Film at the Media Magazine Awards and YOUKI International Youth Media Awards.
Into Film chief executive Fiona Evans said: "Each year we receive hundreds of brilliant entries and for every young filmmaker walking the red carpet today, the Awards will be a life-changing experience."
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