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Brooklyn Horror Film Festival 2024 Shocks and Delights: ‘Dead Talents Society’ and ‘Animale’ Steal the Show

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Brooklyn, N.Y. – This month, the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival celebrated its latest edition with screenings and events held from October 17 to October 24. Hosted at the Nitehawk Cinema’s two borough locations in Williamsburg and Prospect Park, the festival showcased a vibrant selection of groundbreaking films that captivate and terrify in equal measure. The festival concluded with the announcement of its award winners, highlighting exceptional talents in the genre. “Dead Talents Society,” a film directed and written by John Hsu, emerged as a standout, claiming the best film and best ensemble awards from the … Read more

John Hsu’s ‘Dead Talents Society’ Dominates at Brooklyn Horror Film Festival with Top Honors

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Brooklyn, New York – The Brooklyn Horror Film Festival concluded its ninth annual event with a showcase of groundbreaking films and performances that captivated both jury members and attendees. The festival, known for highlighting emergent talent in the horror genre, held multiple world premieres and concluded with awards handed out to stand-out works and creators. John Hsu’s comedic horror, “Dead Talents Society,” emerged as a top favorite, securing the coveted Best Film award by the Dark Matter jury as well as winning over the general audience to snag the Gold in audience awards. This film … Read more

Brooklyn Horror Film Festival Celebrates Supernatural and Avant-Garde Winners: ‘Dead Talents Society’ and ‘Animale’ Take Top Honors

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Brooklyn, NY — The Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, held at Nitehawk Cinema’s locations in Williamsburg and Prospect Park from October 17-24, showcased a diverse array of spine-chilling cinema. The festival celebrated the conclusion of its 2024 run by announcing the recipients of its audience and jury awards, highlighting innovative creations that stood out in a genre known for pushing boundaries. “Dead Talents Society,” a film blending comedy and horror elements masterfully directed by John Hsu, emerged as a major winner. It clinched the Best Film and Best Ensemble accolades awarded by the Dark Matter Jury. … Read more

Canon Law Society of India Focuses on Restorative Justice at Historic Northeast Conference

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Guwahati, India – The Canon Law Society of India (CLSI) recently inaugurated its 37th annual conference in the northeastern city of Guwahati, marking a significant first for the event in this region since the society’s inception in 1987. Over 130 participants including canon lawyers, priests, and religious sisters gathered to deliberate on the theme “Penal Sanctions in the Church,” critiquing and exploring the disciplinary structures within the church’s legal framework. The event commenced with an invocation by Father Selvaraj from the Bongaigaon Diocese who called for divine wisdom in deepening the understanding of God’s justice … Read more