Awards will be presented to the best films in several different genre categories including – Drama, Animation, Documentary, Fantastic, Experimental, Music Video and Short Shorts.

Every year Cinemagic receive hundreds of entries into CINEMAGIC YOUNG FILMMAKER from young people wishing to share their stories with a wider audience. In 2023 they received over 700 short film submissions from the next generation of young creatives, from throughout the UK and Ireland, and are delighted to share with you the competition shortlists.

Part of the Cinemagic Film Festival. For more information about the festival visit cinemagic.org.uk.