Congratulations to the following students who won awards at the New Age Film Festival on Wednesday, May 21. This competition is open to students throughout Fairfield County from public and private schools. 

• Outstanding Documentary Interview, Julia Beaudry & Maria Walsh, "The Man in the Red Bandana"
• Outstanding Narrative Performance, Clara Bonomo, "Trick or Dog Treat"
• Outstanding Creativity in an Open Entry, Grace Villar, "Behind the Lens"
• Outstanding Message in a PSA, Lila Caruso, "The Letting Go"

The "Wicked"-themed 11th annual New Age Film Festival opened with a powerful presentation by juror Claire Ayoub. She encouraged young filmmakers to avoid perfection in the filmmaking process and to focus on telling their authentic story.