BUDDING young filmmakers were celebrated at the 11th annual Moving Image Awards ceremony held at the British Film Institute on 10 February.

Proud students, parents, and teachers came together across the UK to celebrate the work of young directors, screenwriters, and producers, including several students from schools in London.

The Moving Image Awards, which launched in 2014 in collaboration with the British Film Institute, recognises and celebrates the best moving image productions from students undertaking Eduqas qualifications in Film and Media across the UK.

The 2025 categories included Short Film, Music Video, Screenplay, Film/TV Extract, Animation, One to Watch and the Student Jury Prize.

Thomas Langridge from Twyford Church of England High School in London, took home the coveted Student Jury Prize title at this year’s awards, as well as winning in the animation category for their film titled ‘The Landlord’s Inspection’, following a landlord inspecting his various tenants, paying homage to Keaton and Hitchcock as two seemingly disconnected stories link together.

Judges’ comments: “The Landlord’s Inspection offers a multi-layered comical story. With interesting construction of characters and humorous scenarios, the audience are taken on a tumultuous journey through this lively apartment block through the eyes of its staunch, stickler landlord. The film employs a myriad of creative storytelling techniques and is superbly executed. The jury felt that the visual design was imaginative, with a striking unique style and secure understanding of how to create comedic results. Just fantastic. A true feat.”

Following their win, Thomas said: “I have thoroughly enjoyed the awards event, it’s been really lovely and such a welcoming, creative atmosphere. It’s so great to be in a room where everyone is on the same page and has the same drive. The fact that we are all here demonstrates a level of ambition that I think is very commendable.

“I am so pleased to have won these awards and have loved networking with the other entrants. It’s all very fun, very creative and industry forward. Those are the two words; ‘Industry Forward’.”

Kateryna Iwasko from Ashbourne College in London won the short film category for their film titled ‘Ikebana’, following a young girl as she processes the death of her mother by expressing her grief through the art of flower arrangement, ikebana.

On their win, Kateryna said: “It’s so wonderful being here today. It has been amazing to see everyone else’s short films – so many good ideas!

“I am just delighted to have won this award! All my hard work has definitely paid off! I’d like to thank my teacher, who has been so inspiring. What a great event- thank you!”

Judges’ comments: “This sustained a highly emotional and thoughtful tone throughout, the approach to the sensitive topic was mature and very moving. It has some beautiful cinematography, as well as considered narrative construction. It was excellent in every way.”

Mark Bratkin from DLD College London, won the music video category for their piece titled ‘Misbehaving’ using unusual styles of montage and camera angles.

Judges’ comments: “A very impressive production that constructs a real sense of the artist. There is an excellent awareness of how visual codes including setting and clothing contribute to the construction of a star persona. The inclusion of the performance footage further reinforces the construction of the image. A very professional looking product, well filmed and edited.”