The annual FIRST LIGHT AWARDS are back!

The films are in, the categories decided upon and preparations are being made for the First Light Awards 2012. The ceremony will take place on Monday 5th March at the BFI.

Young people from around the UK will be making their way to London to celebrate their filmmaking successes at the most prestigious young filmmakers event of the year. Awards will be announced and handed out in the BFI’s biggest theatre space, home to the London Film Festival and many glitzy film premieres such as The Iron Lady and Never Let Me Go.

Judges this year include Sam Mendes, Danny Boyle, Rebecca O’Brien, David Heyman and many many more!

The ceremony will be viewed by the industry’s biggest names, and to make this year’s event the most glamourous ever, some of our celebrity friends will also be making an appearance. Keep an eye out on Facebook and Twitter for announcements!

The Awards showcases the creative talents of young people across the UK. It is an inspirational event that celebrates the next generation of British filmmakers. You can watch a montage of clips from last year’s event here.

Audience Award 2012 – It’s up to you to decide!

We also have an Audience Award this year, the winners of which will be voted for by you! Scroll down to the bottom of the page to view and vote for your favourite! The deadline for votes is Friday 17th February at 5pm.

You can view all of the nominations and categories for this year’s Awards below.