24 schools have registered to take part in 2017 Kula Film Awards program.
Film Fiji CEO Dallas Foon says more schools are showing interest to register in the coming weeks.
The 12th Kula Film awards was launched by the Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism Faiyaz Koya.
Film Fiji has already begun running workshops for participating students around the country and has more planned in the coming months.
These workshops are conducted by industry experts and includes script-writing, cinematography, acting and dance.
Film Fiji has also again partnered with the French Embassy to bring in an award winning French director to conduct workshops.
There are two categories in the Kula Film competition, the Schools Film competition and Open Category Film competition.
The two other categories are the Kula Dance competition and Kula Art competition.
The Kula Film Awards will be held on 28th July 2017.