Anthony submitted a film review of Sonic 3 as part of the Into Film programme, an initiative that supports young people across the UK to engage with film, develop their literacy skills and express their ideas through writing. His review has now been shortlisted for the Best Film Review category at the 2026 Into Film Awards, placing him among the top young reviewers in the country.
This is a significant achievement. The Into Film Awards receive hundreds of entries from pupils across the UK each year, celebrating creativity, critical thinking and storytelling. Being nominated reflects not only Anthony’s ability to engage with film, but also his confidence in articulating his thoughts, opinions and interpretations through writing.
Anthony’s review of Sonic 3 demonstrated enthusiasm, insight and a clear personal voice, qualities that are at the heart of effective literacy. Opportunities like this allow pupils to move beyond the classroom and see the real world value of their skills, reinforcing that their ideas and perspectives matter.
At Leaways School, we place a strong emphasis on developing literacy through meaningful and engaging contexts. Film is a powerful tool in this process, enabling pupils to explore narrative, character, emotion and critical analysis in a way that feels accessible and relevant. Anthony’s success is a reflection of this approach in action.
We are immensely proud of Anthony’s achievement and look forward to following his journey as he represents the school on a national stage. His nomination is not only a personal success, but an inspiration to other pupils, demonstrating what can be achieved through effort, creativity and confidence in your own voice.
