Cayman’s man-of-the-moment, screenwriter and movie director Frank E. Flowers, was recently back in local high schools.
Frank E. Flowers discusses filmmaking with students at Cayman Prep. Photo: Submitted |
The young filmmaker was on-island for another round of student workshops in partnership with the Ministry of Education, Training, Employment, Youth, Sports & Culture, according to a GIS release.
This followed his September visits to John Gray High School and the George Hicks campus, which coincided with the Cayman premiere of Mr. Flowers’ latest movie, ‘Haven’.
As well as revisiting government high schools on the George Hicks campus, the young director also spoke with students at Cayman Prep & High School, one of Cayman’s private schools.
The workshops focused primarily on Mr. Flowers’ artistic and creative experiences. The sessions were designed to promote arts and culture among older high school children studying for IGCSEs or A levels, and who are making choices about further education and careers, the release said.
Drama students and aspiring actors and writers at Cayman Prep got to participate in one-on-one sessions with Mr. Flowers. Students were then given the chance to ask questions, which spanned subjects as diverse as the technical aspects of filmmaking, routes into the industry and financial rewards.
Education, Training, Employment, Youth, Sports & Culture Minister Alden McLaughlin was appreciative of Mr. Flowers’ contributions to local schools.
‘Frankie’s success provides an enticing example to young people of the potential rewards of hard work, focus, and dedication.’
The Minister also remarked how pleased he was to work with private schools on youth initiatives.
Mr. Flowers’ sessions were well received by teachers and students alike. As Marva Buchanan, drama teacher at Cayman Prep, explained: ‘The experience of sharing your own words and work with a celebrated artist is one many people dream of.
‘The students listened intently as Frank E. Flowers related tales of his journey from school in the Cayman Islands to filmmaking in Hollywood.
‘Clearly inspired, they were even more excited at his favourable comments about the ideas they had devised and developed for their Drama IGCSE. His visit has made a very positive impact on the work of the group.’
School Principal Jean Bahadur was also impressed by the results of the partnership between Mr. Flowers and the Ministry. ‘The students of Cayman Prep & High School certainly benefited from the frank and open discussions with Mr. Frank E. Flowers,’ she said.
‘His sound advice to them was well received, and his drive, focus and determination to fulfill his lifelong ambitions in the entertainment industry were inspirational.’
It is anticipated that Mr. Flowers and the Ministry will seek further opportunities for partnership on projects designed to educate, inspire and involve young people, as well as promote the arts and creative pursuits locally.
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