The 11th annual ViewFinders: International Film Festival for Youth and The Discovery Centre proudly present the ViewFinders Expo, April 15

(Halifax, NS) --  Kicking off the 11th annual ViewFinders: International Film Festival for Youth in Halifax (April 15-21), ViewFinders and The Discovery Centre will co-host the ViewFinders Expo at the Discovery Centre (1593 Barrington St.) on Sunday, April 15th from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.  Admission is FREE for all ages.

Whether you are interested in dabbling with special effects, getting your hands on a camera, or viewing some great youth video productions, the ViewFinders Expo offers activities to entertain the whole family.   In addition to the current Discovery Centre exhibit, Grossology – the (Impolite) Science of the Human Body, there will be Animation Stationsprovided by the Digital Animators of Nova Scotia, Blue Screen Special Effects so that you can go from the Taj Mahal to an Artic glacier in the flip of a switch, Special FX Makeup to try on black eyes and bloody scars and an area to dress up in a multitude of fancy attire and have photos taken on the red carpet.

For a complete ViewFinders schedule, visit:http://atlanticfilm.com/festivals/viewfinders/viewfinders-film-festival/schedule

Tickets for ViewFinders films and activities are available now by phone at 902-422-6965 and online at:http://www.atlanticfilm.com/festivals/viewfinders/box-office

Follow the event on Facebook at:http://www.facebook.com/atlanticfilmfestival

About ViewFinders: International Film Festival for Youth
Offering daytime screenings and workshops targeting key grade ranges from Elementary through High School as well as evening and weekend screenings and activities for families, ViewFinders aims to inspire young people to find and broaden their own views of the world.  They will have the opportunity to experience hands-on media workshops, mentorship from film industry professionals and exposure to some of the best in national and international films, tackling important youth issues – such as multiculturalism and diversity, community and creativity as well as offering fresh perspectives from home and abroad. 

ViewFinders gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Hansen-MacDonald Family in its endeavors.

About The Discovery Centre
Discovery Centre, a 25-year-old non-profit charitable organization, stimulates interest, enjoyment and understanding of science and technology through innovative, hands-on experiences for visitors. To learn more, visit: http://discoverycentre.ns.ca/

About the Atlantic Film Festival
The Atlantic Film Festival is a ten-day celebration of film, video and music from around the world. It is a festival that turns Halifax –a charming and historic seaside city – into an international mecca for the arts, abuzz with filmmakers, industry types and film lovers.  What began in 1981 as a tiny, grassroots operation in St. John’s, Newfoundland has blossomed into one of Canada’s premiere film festivals.  The cornerstone September Festival includes year-round industry and community events for every taste.