Curious what your friends and neighbors might be creating behind a camera? Two upcoming events showcase students and other aspiring filmmakers. ---

On Sunday night, Oct. 7, the Tower Theatre hosts the 2nd annual fall showcase of new works from students in the University of Utah Film & Media Arts Department. The juried "festival" features works created in the department's production courses, and the audience will be invited to vote on a prize-winning "Best of Fest." Showtime is 7 p.m., and admission is free.

On Monday, Oct. 8, Brewvies presents a monthly compendium of short films by local filmmakers titled "Channel 801". Between 7 and 12 new short works will be debuted, giving the filmmakers a chance to show works in a variety of genres to an audience. Showtime is 7 p.m., also with free admission. (21+)