Eddie Redmayne was named Ambassador of Into Film on Thursday, Aug. 6. Into Film is a film education charity in the United Kingdom. The organization works to equip youth with filmmaking, critical thinking, literacy, reporting, programming, and reviewing skills.
“As a hugely respected artist, and with his clear love of film and genuine enthusiasm for enabling young people to engage with it, Eddie is a brilliant advocate for what we do. We hope his involvement will inspire young people from all corners of the UK,” said Into Film CEO Paul Reeve.
The ‘Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’ actor first became interested in theater and film after watching a movie on Shakespeare. Redmayne had drama teachers who had worked in the industry. He said that “there’s something for everyone” in filmmaking.
Eddie Redmayne
"I went to the Westminster Academy last year with Into Film and saw firsthand the impact that all aspects film can have on young people - the power to inspire, connect and expand our understanding of ourselves and the world around us,” said Redmayne in a statement.
“I absolutely loved the day, it was wonderful to meet so many young, galvanized people who were all keen to find out more about the film making process. I hope through being an ambassador for Into Film I am able to help raise awareness of how film can contribute to their cultural and creative lives.”
Into Film offers youth the opportunity to discover career opportunities by connecting them to members of the industry, teaching them skill sets, providing free films, and by offering film tuition. Redmayne’s role as the ambassador will be to visit youth in schools and colleges, support the Into Film Awards and Into Film Festival, and to raise public awareness of the organization.
