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Celebrating Creativity: Atlantic International Film Festival Names Top Winners at 45th Annual Event

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HALIFAX, Canada — The 45th Atlantic International Film Festival (AIFF) saw a promising turnout this year, with increased audience participation and vibrant community involvement. The festival culminated on September 14 with the announcement of various awards honoring outstanding films and filmmakers from the Atlantic region. The awards were determined by a panel of industry experts, including producers and programmers, who evaluated submissions in both feature and short film categories. Notable jurors for the feature film segment included Ann Bernier, an acclaimed Atlantic filmmaker and producer; Steve Gravestock, a former programmer for the Toronto International Film … Read more

Celebrated Documentary ‘Seeds’ Set to Enrich Thomasville’s Cultural Landscape with Premiere Event

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THOMASVILLE, Ga. — The award-winning documentary Seeds, which recently won the Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the Sundance Film Festival, is set to premiere in Thomasville at the Thomasville Center for the Arts on Saturday, August 30, at 2 p.m. This premiere is free to the public. Seeds delves into the narrative of resilience and cultural heritage within the Black farming community in Thomas County, Georgia. By exploring the experiences of multiple generations of Black farmers, the film highlights both the challenges they face and their triumphs over adversity, emphasizing the profound significance of … Read more

Empowering Residents: Unlocking Legal Insights at Louisiana’s Ask-A-Lawyer Event

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MONROE, La. — The annual “Ask-A-Lawyer” event provided residents in northeast Louisiana with an opportunity to receive legal advice from licensed attorneys, free of charge. This initiative, part of a broader effort to improve access to legal resources, drew numerous community members seeking assistance on a range of legal issues. Held at the public library in Monroe, the event featured local attorneys volunteering their time and expertise. Participants were able to consult with lawyers in various fields, including family law, criminal defense, and housing. This format fostered an approachable environment where individuals could ask questions … Read more

Stars Align for San Quentin Film Festival: Industry Heavyweights Join Incarcerated Filmmakers in Unique Jury for Second Annual Event

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San Quentin, California — The San Quentin Film Festival is gearing up for its second annual event, building on its historic debut as the first film festival ever held within a prison. This year, a distinguished industry jury has been announced, featuring prominent figures including Vanessa Williams, Esai Morales, Jesse Williams, and Celine Song. The jury will evaluate both narrative and documentary short films created by filmmakers who are currently or formerly incarcerated. In addition, there will be pitch competitions highlighting the best screenplay and documentary proposals from writers still serving time. Among this year’s … Read more