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BAFTA’s destination for youngsters to come and discover the magical worlds of film, television and games. Enter challenges, watch videos, and take part in our annual vote to decide the best film, TV show and game of the year.
YGD is a gaming initiative for 10-18 year olds which explores how games are made and the skill required to make them through workshops, a video series and an annual competition.
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In June we held a masterclass in which senior figures from BBC Children’s, Animation UK and the LEGO Group, as well as a presenter and a screenwriter, addressed the issue of Why Children’s Content Matters. TV journalist Robin Parker shares highlights of a wide-ranging discussion about an industry fighting for survival after years of under-investment, escalating competition for attention and the changing habits of a demanding audience.
Lynda Myles to be presented with BAFTA Scotland Award for Outstanding Contribution to Film at a special event on Monday 19 August
Myles was the first woman to ever be appointed as a film festival director anywhere in the world when she was made Director of Edinburgh International Film Festival in 1973
She went on to win a BAFTA as a producer for The Commitments, which was awarded in 1992
