College Student Fundraises For Cannes Film Festival Dream

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Friends and the community are joining forces to see a local young man's once-in-a-lifetime opportunity come true.

Nick Paul Menghini of Southampton has kicked off a GoFundMe, Cannes Film Festival Internship; he recently applied early decision to the American Pavilion Cannes film and business program, competing with hundreds of other students.

Then came the life-altering news: He was one of 175 to be accepted.

"I will be working four-to-five-hours per day at the invitation-only Cannes Film Festival for two weeks as a videographer, filming the panel discussion at The Roger Ebert Conference Center," he said. "During my free time, I will have the opportunity to meet and interact with industry professionals, observing firsthand the fast-paced nature of the festival and market. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity."

But there are expenses, which cover residence, airport pick-up and and drop-off services, daily breakfast, membership to The American Pavilion, guidance from an industry adviser, admission to the roundtable series, access to The American Pavilion in-house ticketing system, along with many additional Cannes Film Festival events, he said.

And Menghini needs help to see his lifetime dream realized. "Any donation is greatly appreciated," he said.

To donate, click here.

Photo courtesy GoFundMe.