FEST

Chills and Thrills at Popcorn Frights: ‘Strange Darling’ and ‘Old Wounds’ Emerge as Top Winners in Horror Film Fest

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The Popcorn Frights Film Festival, located in Florida, recently celebrated its latest edition by awarding outstanding films from a diverse lineup. The festival showcased 131 films, including 48 feature films and 83 short films, from 20 different countries. It attracted a crowd of approximately 12,700 enthusiasts, demonstrating its growing influence in the horror genre landscape. This year, the festival’s jury, comprised of national media personalities and esteemed local filmmakers, granted the top honor, the Jury Prize for Best Feature Film, to “Strange Darling” directed by J.T. Mollner. This cat-and-mouse thriller captivated the jury with its … Read more

Class Action Lawsuit Targets Capulet Fest Organizers Over Alleged Deceptive Practices

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Hartford, Conn. — A class action lawsuit has been filed against the organizers of what was touted as a legendary music experience, the Capulet Fest, which ended up leaving thousands of attendees discontented and outraged. The lawsuit, lodged in a Connecticut federal court this week, accuses the event organizers of deceptive marketing tactics that promised world-class performances and luxurious amenities but spectacularly failed to deliver. The trouble started at Capulet Fest when attendees, some of whom paid thousands of dollars for VIP packages, were met with subpar conditions, inadequate facilities, and a lineup that barely … Read more

AFI Fest 2023 Celebrates Award-Winning Films and Shorts, Setting the Stage for an Exciting Awards Season

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Los Angeles, California – AFI Fest 2023 concluded on Sunday, showcasing a lineup of exceptional films and shorts that are expected to gain further recognition during this awards season. Among the winners was “Closing Dynasty,” directed by Lloyd Lee Choi, which took home the Live Action Grand Jury Prize. The film offers a captivating portrayal of New York City through the eyes of a wide-eyed, 7-year-old. In the Documentary Short category, Sean Wang’s “Năi Nai & Wài Pó” emerged as the winner, telling a heartwarming story about the filmmaker’s two beloved grandmothers. Notably, this film … Read more

AFI FEST 2023 Celebrates Global Cinema with Star-Studded Premieres and Award-Winning Short Films

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — AFI FEST 2023, a renowned film festival held in Los Angeles, recently concluded its five-day run with a lineup filled with star-studded premieres and thought-provoking cinematic works. The festival kicked off with the world premiere of “Leave the World Behind,” a film written and directed by Sam Esmail and starring Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, and Mahershala Ali. AFI FEST closed with “Maestro,” a love story portraying the lifelong relationship between Leonard Bernstein and Felicia Montealegre Cohn Bernstein, directed by Bradley Cooper. Greta Gerwig, the Guest Artistic Director for AFI FEST, curated … Read more