19 Feb 2014
Students at Taree High School, in partnership with Forster Films, are producing short films to explore issues relating to health and well-being.
The films provide the students with an exciting medium to explore their knowledge and feelings on a particular subject and learn new skills in digital film making.
One of their first films, Sport is Awesome, explores the connection between physical activity, obesity and depression.
Student Jaden Riley told the Manning River Times the students chose the film topic as they felt the two issues were interconnected.
"We discussed two major problems with our generation, which are depression and obesity. With young people who suffer from both illnesses, one of the ways to overcome it is through sport and exercise," he said.
Education-based Forster Films was formed by film makers and teachers in the Taree-Forster area. The company has also made films with Taree Public School students.
Taree High School plans to continue the movie-making journey and release more films this year.
Click here to view Sport is Awesome.