Five Free Events at #ATLFF2019
In addition to all the amazing screenings, workshops and meet-ups at this year’s Atlanta Film Festival; most of which require prepaid badge access or tickets, there are also 5 free events that you don’t want to miss! One of these we want to highlight is the premiere screening of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” Season 8! Although I’ve yet to become a raving fan of the show, I’ve always told myself that I need to check it out “for real, for real” to see what all the hype is about! The premiere screening will be held at Plaza Theater on Sunday, April 14, 2019, 9:00 PM. To RSVP for this free event, please visit www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019. Along with “Game of Thrones”, be sure to check out these other free offerings:
ACVB Presents: “Music Voyager”
Monday, April 8, 2019, 6:00 PM
Plaza Theatre Main, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Join us and the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau for the world premieres of “Music Voyager” episodes 5 & 6 that feature yours truly—the Atlanta Film Festival—as well as the Plaza Theatre, Dad’s Garage, Paris on Ponce, Karen Anderson & Tiny Doors, Atlanta United and more!
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019.
The Florida State University College Of Motion Picture Arts Presents:
Selected Keylight Films
Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 6:00 PM
Plaza Theatre Main, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
The FSU College of Motion Pictures Arts presents a showcase of eight short student films followed by a panel discussion with representatives from the College. Ranked by The Hollywood Reporter as one of the top 25 film schools in the country, FSU College of Motion Picture Arts produces student films that regularly win prestigious awards like the Student Emmys and Oscars. Join us for an evening of cinematic entertainment as we showcase this year's selected Keylight Films.
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019.
SOUND+VISION
Thursday, April 11, 2019, 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Eastside Trail // Atlanta BeltLine & Historic Fourth Ward Park
After a year hiatus, SOUND+VISION — ATLFF’s signature mid-week event—returns! Join us on the Eastside Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine and Historic Fourth Ward Park for a night of live music, daring virtual reality films, unforgettable art installations, rockin’ music videos and Atlanta’s best food trucks! Previously held at Atlanta landmarks like The Goat Farm and Ponce City Market, this event is a true festival highlight!
Previous performers include Big Freedia, Tank and the Bangas, HelloOcho, Kodie Shane, Lonnie Holley, Gringo Star, Biters, Jungol.
Free admission. No RSVP necessary.
Presentation of HBO’s “Game of Thrones” Season 8 Premiere
Sunday, April 14, 2019, 9:00 PM
Plaza Theatre Main, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
HBO is partnering with ATLFF to give guests a chance to see the final season premiere on the big screen at The Plaza!
Free admission with advance RSVP at https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019.
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The 43rd Annual Atlanta Film Festival
The kick off to the 43rd Annual Atlanta Film Festival is today! This two-week long festival takes place Thursday, April 4th - Sunday, April 14th. This year’s Opening Night Presentation this is a comedic drama called The Farewell directed by Lulu Wang. The Farwell tells the story of a Chinese family who decides to conceal the news of their grandmother’s terminal illness from her by organizing a spontaneous Chinese wedding in order to reunite and all bid their final farewells. Along with such heartfelt films like The Farewell, patrons, film professionals and movie goers will also have the opportunity to be a part of 11 days worth of workshops, talent and filmmaker appearances, special music, and various film and art presentations.
While many of these films require badge access which can be purchased in advance, we would also like people to know that there are a host of five different free events including the highly anticipated premiere screening of Games of Thrones Season 8! Some of these events require an RSVP while others may not. For full details, please visit https://www.atlantafilmfestival.com/schedule-2019. Dress Like A Gent has had the privilege of covering the Atlanta Film Festival for nearly 5 years now and we always are stunned and touched by the amazing work put in to make this event possible. Not to mention, all the films I’ve seen there have been simply amazing, thought provoking, heart-wrenching and honest! Be sure to take advantage of these offerings before these two weeks expire!
For more information on the 2019 Atlanta Film Festival and ticketing, please visit www.atlantafilmfestival.com.
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The Premiere of Atlanta's Cinébash
Saturday, June 23rd from 7 PM - 12 AM, an innovative blend of music, the arts, food and dance, will makes its premiere début celebrating cinema arts and the work of graphic designer Saul Bass. Deceased now 22 years, Saul Bass is forever remembered for his motion picture title sequences, including Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo and Psycho, as well as his promo movie posters for films like Exodus, West Side Story and The Shining. Guests and lovers of the arts alike will gather this year at Cinébash to experience a well-rounded demonstration of Bass' artistry while networking among people in the industry hopefully to leave with a deeper appreciation for this type of craft. DJ Santiago Páramo will set the atmosphere musically along with an assortment of foods from several local restaurants including Taste of Atlanta. Alon's Bakery & Market, 1KEPT, City Barbeque, DAS BBQ, and FLIP Burger.
For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, visit Cinébash 2018.
The 41st Atlanta Film Festival Starts Today!
The 41st Annual Atlanta Film Festival begins today and will run throughout April 2, 2017. For a span of 10 days total, participators can expect an enthralling plethora of more than 160 feature length and short film presentations, 37 Creative Conferences and over a dozen Special Presentations. The Atlanta Film Festival has proven to be a monumental event that draws in filmmakers, writers, film lovers and more from all over the country and abroad. This highly anticipated Festival (aka ATLFF) has received global recognition as one of the "25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World" and "50 Film Festivals Worth the Entry Fee". The Opening Ceremony and red carpet screening this year will feature a narrative, DAVE MADE A MAZE - a story about a character named Dave who falls victim to his own fort erected in his personal living room. Dave winds up "trapped by the fantastical pitfalls, bobby traps and critters of his own making." Following the opening film, there will be a after party available to pass-holders who have obtained wristbands at the conclusion of tonight's screening.
For more information on AFF, please visit, www.atlantafilmfestival.com and to check out my recap from last year's 40th annual AFF, visit http://urbanluxmag.com/2016/04/02/40th-atlanta-film-festival/.
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'Can You Dig This' The Documentary at AFF 2016
Telluride Mountainfilm on Tour held a special screening of the documentary 'Can You Dig This?' at this week's 40th Atlanta Film Festival. The documentary follows the stories of 4 urban gardeners in South Los Angeles who create gardens in some of the heaviest crime-stricken areas of the city. Each character in the film tells the story of their hardships as recovering gangstas as viewers are able to witness first-hand how hopelessness is somehow dissolved through taking responsibility to nurture community gardens throughout South LA. They say, "In the garden you learn that you have a purpose. The way the plants need to be nurtured, tended and cultivated in order to grow and produce other seed that will bring new life... Just like us, it requires patience, persistence and care." And as the film unfolds, we find a message of hope and restoration springing forth out of these shattered lives whereby they demonstrate that it's never to late to turn your life around.
These stories are not only inspiring but more importantly, they have a way of helping others understand and sympathize with people who may have gone through similar things in life. And when it's all said and done, you realize that together, we all can work toward a common goal to rebuild our communities at whatever the cost.
For more, please visit www.canyoudigthisfilm.com
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The Fundamentals of Caring: Opening Night of The 40th Atlanta Film Festival
Director Rob Burnett of the film The Fundamentals of Caring shares with us on the red carpet that this film is "an emotional story told in a funny way." His hope is that people enjoy the film and are engaged in the content from start to finish. So far, the film has gotten raving reviews from its viewers and yielded big laughs.
The Fundamentals of Caring is based on the novel (same name) written by Jonathan Evison. The story centers around Ben (played by Paul Rudd) and an 18-year old young man named Trevor who suffers from muscular dystrophy (played by Craig Roberts). Both Ben and Trevor share a commonality in the level of tragedies they've encountered as one is paralyzed physically and the other (Ben) emotionally due to the sudden tragic death of his son. Needing a job, Ben gets certified to become a caretaker and takes on an assignment as Trevor's caretaker. Although the onset of their relationship proves to be a shaky one, Ben pushes Trevor beyond his limitations and the twobuild a real bond out of their brokenness and despair.
This film was definitely a great opener to commemorate The Atlanta Film Festival's 40th Anniversary.
For tickets and more info, please visit www.atlantafilmfestival.com
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Début to the 16th Annual Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
Tonight marks the kick off to this phenomenal film fest at the Cobb Energy Centre in Atlanta, Georgia. Celebrating 16 years, the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival (AJFF) opens with a stellar gala held in Ballrooms A, B & C of the Cobb Energy Centre. The room was comfortably adorned with both draped café round and high tables topped with hot pink plumes seated in tall vases. The gala began around 5PM EST to segway into the premiere film "Remember" at 7:30PM. The film is a thriller that centers around a dementia-stricken Holocaust survivor played by actor Christopher Plummer (See Movie Trailer Below). Prior to the film premiere, fans of AJFF made their rounds around the ballroom floor to taste a slew of foods and delicacies prepared by close to 20 local top notch dining sponsors for the event.
This event is the largest Jewish film Festival in the world and the largest film festival to be held annually in the city of Atlanta. Scheduled from January 26 - February 17th, there will be a wide range of films shown all around Atlanta. This is definitely one that you don't want to miss!
For more and to purchase film tickets, please visit www.ajff.org.
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