Pretoria, Gauteng – August 7, 2023 – Aspiring filmmaker Jack Masanabo' s short film "Behind the Mirror Family" will screen at the Lift Off First Time Filmmaker Sessions 2023 on August 7, 2023. The film, which explores the challenges and rewards of being an influencer, will be available to stream online on Vimeo On Demand.

"I am thrilled to have my film selected for the Lift Off First Time Filmmaker Sessions 2023," said Jack Masanabo. "This is a great opportunity to share my work with a wider audience and to connect with other filmmakers."

"Behind the Mirror Family" tells the story of a family of influencers, one of whom is struggling to find success. The film explores the pressures of social media and the impact it can have on our lives.

Jack Nhlanhla Masanabo is a Gen Z filmmaker and screenwriter based in Pretoria, Gauteng. He is currently working on his next short film.

The Lift Off First Time Filmmaker Sessions is a prestigious international film festival that showcases emerging filmmakers from around the world. The festival runs from **Monday, August 7, 6pm BST to Monday, August 21, 6pm BST**. The festival has a reputation for discovering new talent, and many of its alumni have gone on to win awards at other major film festivals.

"Behind the Mirror Family" will be screened in the Trendsetter Shorts P2 category. The film will be available to stream on Vimeo On Demand for a limited time. For more information, please visit Lift Off First Time Filmmaker Sessions 2023.

**Vote for "Behind the Mirror Family" at the Lift Off First Time Filmmaker Sessions!**

The film will be eligible for the Audience Award, which is decided by the votes of the viewers. We encourage you to watch the film and vote for it if you enjoy it.

You can vote for "Behind the Mirror Family" on the Lift Off First Time Filmmaker Sessions website. The voting period will begin on August 7, 2023 and end on Monday August 21, 2023.