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This Gainesville student’s short film just won a big award. He was 12 when he made it

At 12 years old, Gainesville High School sophomore Austin Thomasson wrote, directed and starred in his debut short film, "Mom." The film was named the 2021 George Lindsey UNA Film Festival's best youth film. Photo courtesy Roy Thomasson

03042022 MOM 1 — At 12 years old, Gainesville High School sophomore Austin Thomasson wrote, directed and starred in his debut short film, "Mom." The film was named the 2021 George Lindsey UNA Film Festival's best youth film. Photo courtesy Roy Thomasson

Adolescence and the pursuit of one’s dreams can coexist — just ask Austin Thomasson.