CREDIT: OLDEASTSTUDIOS.CA
The Old East Studios is located at 755 Dundas St. in London.

Looking for a new way to explore your creative side? Want to find a way to get involved in the world of art? Check out the 5 Minute Film Festival on October 13 and 14 at London's Old East Studios.

Students and patrons from London and surrounding areas are welcome to join in on this very first semiannual festival dedicated to the art of film. Whether you're a writer, producer or actor, or someone who just enjoys watching films, there is something here for you.

Event coordinator Mike Tyrrell described the festival as a fun and creative way to liven up the Old East Village, providing not just a theatre to watch movies, but a creative community built around individuals who love the art of film.

Those who have passion but lack materials or team members can join this film community and find partners in film. Writers are encouraged to speak with those who enjoy directing, actors are matched up with those who like to film, and the 5 Minute Film Festival crew advertises to help turn your story ideas into short film productions. The festival is about promoting a team mentality, matching talents and abilities and putting them together for the better creative good. There is a place for everyone at the Five-Minute Film Festival!

Already a film enthusiast? It's not too late to submit your best work for the festival. You can find all of the necessary entry information and guidelines at 5minfilm.com, and the deadline for new entries is October 8.

If you'd prefer to watch films rather than create them, you are more than welcome to come and watch — no participation necessary! There will be tons of five-minute films to enjoy (not to mention the complimentary popcorn and drinks that come along with the theatre experience). Admission is by donation, and the proceeds will be going to the funding of future events like this one. You can catch these flicks from 12 to 8 p.m. on both October 13 and 14 at 755 Dundas St.

Be sure to come out and support local art and artists by stopping by this non-competitive short film festival. The 5 Minute Film Festival website says that the general goal is to "build a network of community writers, directors, actors and crews to work on short films," and if that wasn't a convincing enough reason to go, ask yourself this: who doesn't like munching on popcorn while watching a great flick?

For more information, and for some great tips on how to create a film, check out 5minfilm.com.