Idris Elba Launching PeopleWe’ve seen a number of mentoring schemes come by in recent years and Samsung have thrown their considerable hat into the ring, hoping to find and encourage new talent and new voices.

Launching People is all about finding that one person who has a vision and the talent to realise it – if not the technology or the means to do so.

Idris Elba is one of the Launching People ambassadors and in this video he talks about his own journey to the big screen. He outlines what applicants will have to do, and what he is looking for.

Take a look at the Launching People manifesto for a clearer idea of what this project is all about, be sure to check it out before the closing date, the 6th of March.

and if you’re a budding filmmaker then Idris Elba has a few words of encouragement for you.

Click on the banner below to go to the Launching People website to find out more.

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