film festivals

Bruce Lee memorabilia exhibit and new publication launches at Asian film fest

Bruce Lee’s wife and daughter unveiled an exhibition of the late martial arts superstar’s personal items, photos and movie posters in Hong Kong yesterday, as part of a tribute commemorating what would have been his 70th birthday later this year, according to THR. The exhibit contains a number of Bruce Lee’s personal items including a ….

After Dark Films and Lionsgate putting innovative horror filmmakers in the spotlight with new festival and original productions

After Dark Films, the company behind Horrorfest 8 Films To Die For, announced that it is teaming up with Lionsgate and Syfy Channel for a new series of original horror productions called After Dark Originals (ADO). Tapping into the vast and innovative talent of directors and filmmakers from Horrorfest’s acquisitions over the past 4 years, ….

Magnet gobbles up sci-fi creature film Monsters at SXSW fest

Within hours of its world premiere at South by Southwest, Gareth Edward’s hotly anticipated first feature Monsters was sold to Magnet Releasing for North American and Mexican distribution. In a deal brokered by Magnolia’s Tom Quinn and Protagonist Pictures’ Ben Roberts, the Vertigo Films production premiered to a packed midnight screening in the SX Fantastic ….

Stars and directors of Zombies of Mass Destruction and The Graves headline countrywide Horrorfest activities this weekend

Horrorfest 4 begins in two days, and there are number of cool events happening around the U.S. in conjunction with this year’s screenings. In New York, After Dark Films is planning a Greenwich Village Zombie Walk. Join the flesh-eating horde at the muster area and lurch block by block to your ultimate destination – the ….

4th Annual Vail Film Festival Screenwriting Competition

The 4th Annual Vail Film Festival Screenwriting Competition (VFFSC) is a powerful vehicle for aspiring screenwriters. VFFSC presents winning short and feature screenplays for consideration to top-level producers, and furthers the careers of talented screenwriters, through visibility, networking opportunities, and industry access. Short and feature screenplay submissions are judged by an industry jury, with first ….

5th Annual Women’s International Film & Arts Festival

The 5th Annual Women’s International Film & Arts Festival (WIFF) is exclusively dedicated to celebrating women in the arts, and films made by or about women. This ten-day extravaganza – consisting of indoor and outdoor screenings, fashion shows, a Family FunFest, workshops, symposia, an outdoor concert, and parties – is a celebration of women and ….

Assassin’s Creed II Filmmaking Challenge 2009

The Assassin’s Creed II Filmmaking Challenge (ACII) is another exciting filmmaking competition presented by IFC’s Media Lab Studios. ACII invites filmmakers on a cinematic journey through the dark and dangerous world of the Assassin’s Creed II video game. To be released this November, Assassin’s Creed II takes gamers into the lush and deadly world of ….

16th Annual Sedona International Film Festival

The 16th Annual Sedona International Film Festival (SIFF), offering a singular experience: a jam-packed eight days of thought-provoking and stimulating cinema, set against the rugged, rust-red landscape of one of the most stunning places on earth – Sedona, Arizona. Date: February 21 to 28, 2010 Location: Sedona, Arizona, USA Website: www.sedonafilmfestival.com

LG Life’s Good FilmFest 2010

LG Life’s Good FilmFest rewards and recognizes uplifting HD short films that express a life-affirming message that best demonstrates the notion that “Life’s Good.” This unique, not-to-be-missed global competition offers a grand prize of $100,000 CAD cash and potentially vast exposure worldwide. LG Life’s Good FilmFest has garnered the support of such celebs as Academy ….

Access TV Video Festival 2009

The Access TV Video Festival (ATVF) is an exceptional opportunity for filmmakers and writers who have an idea, developed concept, or existing project that could be expanded into a TV series. This New York City-based event delivers access to industry pros working in TV today, and provides personalized help and constructive support to take development ….

11th Da Vinci Film Festival

The 11th Da Vinci Film Festival (dVFF) celebrates independent films and artists in idyllic Corvallis, Oregon, located in the beautiful Willamette Valley. This filmmaker-friendly event boasts savvy audiences who are eager to explore new ideas and fresh voices in cinema, making dVFF a terrific showcase for films in all genres and styles. dVFF also pays ….

2nd Annual Zero Film Festival

The 2nd Annual Zero Film Festival (ZFF), exclusively for self-financed filmmakers who take risks and fight the odds to see their visions through. ZFF ’09 offers exceptional exposure to selected artists, with a film program presented in both New York City and Los Angeles. To be held 12/2 – 12/6 in Los Angeles and 12/9 ….