A group of young film-makers say they’re ‘thrilled’ after their project was shortlisted for a national award.

#LifeUnfiltered was made by 25 youngsters, aged from 11 to 24 and all from Dorset, and aims to raise awareness of mental health.

As reported, the group appealed to the public to win a place on the shortlist of the Charity Film Award. More than 40,000 members of the public took part in the vote and the film has now won an all-important spot.

One of the young people involved in making the film, Siobhan, said: “I am thrilled that so many people voted for our film and I hope that it has helped some people to reach out for the support they really need.”

The film launched on World Mental Health Day and has over 12,000 views on Youtube.

This collaborative project for young people was supported by Healthwatch Dorset, Dorset Mental Health Forum, Dorset Mind, Dorset Healthcare NHS Trust, Poole Youth Forum and Bournemouth University.

Healthwatch Dorset Chair, Joyce Guest, said: “We’re so proud to have been involved, the young people we worked with really deserve this award. Thanks to everyone who supported and voted for #LifeUnfiltered.”

The national Charity Film Awards were created to demonstrate that charitable videos can inspire, incite to action, excite and change behaviour.

Films through to the shortlist will now be judged by a panel of expert judges who will vote independently and the winners will be announced at a red carpet award ceremony in London.

Simon Burton from the National Charity Film Awards explained:

“We are delighted to have brought so much attention to so many outstanding videos and such fantastic causes. To have been shortlisted is a great testament to the enthusiasm of your supporters and the effectiveness of your video.”

To watch the film, visit www.charityfilmawards.com/videos/lifeunfiltered-1