Film Festivals Archives
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Atlantic City Cinefest
The mission of the Atlantic City Cinefest (formerly the Downbeach Film Festival) is to present a cultural event for residents of and visitors to the communities of Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate, Longport, Ocean City and beyond.
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5 Questions for Filmmaker: Jesús Canchola Sánchez
By Le Anne Lindsay, Editor Tinsel & Tine’s 5 Question Interviews are catching on! The series got the attention of a Chicago-based Mexican American, first-time filmmaker/musician, Jesús Canchola Sánchez. He has written, directed, produced and stars in his feature film debut, BITTERSWEET WATERS (Agua Agridulce) which recently screened at REELING: Chicago LGBTQ Film Fest. Synopsis: A young man living in rural Mexico loves in secret. In order to live truthfully, he must overcome his mother, his lover’s fiancée, and the traditional community that surrounds him. LET’S GET TO KNOW JESÚS CANCHOLA SÁNCHEZ THROUGH 5 QUESTIONS T&T: In a nutshell what was the main inspiration for BITTERSWEET WATERS and/or the theme that…
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5 Questions for Actor: BROOKE LEWIS
by Le Anne Lindsay, Editor Tinsel & Tine’s 5 Questions for Filmmakers Series has expanded to include those on the lens side of the camera, starting with actor (I don’t use the feminine form any longer) Brooke Lewis (Philly Native). She stars in the comedy ½ New Year about a tight knit group of friends letting loose once a year at their annual Half New Year Party. The film will be showcased at this years FirstGlance Film Festival (Nov 1-3, 2019) in Philadelphia. Brooke Lewis is an multi award winning actress. Among other accolades, she most recently took home the award for Best Actress in an Indie Film at the…
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SUNDANCE Institute NonFiction Filmmaking Session: Philadelphia
Sundance Institute was back in Philly for another creative and energizing all day conference. I attended the inaugural event - SUNDANCE INSTITUTE'S NEW FRONTIER DAY LAB back in 2017.
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THE APOLLO documentary
Roger Ross Williams & Lisa Cortes Presents: THE APOLLO – 90 Years of History in Harlem By Le Anne Lindsay, Editor Tinsel & Tine’s coverage of the 8th Annual BlackStar Film Festival (Aug 1-4, 2019) included the Philly Premiere of THE APOLLO directed by Roger Ross Williams The Apollo chronicles the unique history and contemporary legacy of New York City’s landmark Apollo Theater. While uncovering the rich history of the internationally renowned theater that has influenced American music and culture for 85 years, it also examines the current state of race in America. This was the latest project for creative producer Lisa Cortes who is best known for Precious (2009),…
