30th Atlantic Film Fest is prestigious, among the circuit's best-kept secrets

ATLANTIC
FILM FESTIVAL
Halifax, Nova Scotia - CANADA
September 16 to 25, 2010

In the Spotlight this week is the 30th Annual ATLANTIC FILM FESTIVAL (AFF), proudly celebrating a landmark anniversary as a world-class, cultural mainstay in Halifax, Nova Scotia, a city that provides a quaint and alluring metropolitan backdrop to one of the best-kept secrets on the international festival circuit.

As one of Canada's oldest and most prestigious festivals, the AFF is large enough to attract the world's most notable actors, directors, and producers, yet intimate enough to provide a meaningful, unpretentious atmosphere in which to forge real connections with the international artistic community. AFF has attracted many celebs over the years, including Ellen Page, Thom Fitzgerald, Jonathan Caouette, Mike Clattenburg, Olympia Dukakis, Michael Moore, Chloë Sevigny, and more. AFF spans ten days, and offers attendees the opportunity to take in great films, rub elbows, and enjoy performances from emerging recording artists.

Filmmakers are warmly welcomed, and are truly amongst friends at AFF; staff and volunteers provide personalized and attentive service, and filmmakers enjoy full access to films and festivities, including the popular Industry Sessions and Music & Image Conference Series. Panels, discussions, master classes, keynotes, luncheons and one-on-one meetings are designed to encourage artists and industry professionals to explore issues relevant to the film, TV, and music industries, develop their craft, network with peers, and explore opportunities within the constantly evolving marketplace.

UPCOMING DEADLINE
June 25, 2010 - Regular Deadline
Upgraded projects save $5 on this deadline

MISSION AND OBJECTIVE
The Atlantic Film Festival brings the best of the cinematic world to Atlantic Canada and showcases the ever-expanding film and TV culture in order to inspire, enrich, enlighten and entertain audiences everywhere.

MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
AFF's approach to programming honors the best in domestic and international titles within unique groupings like Atlantic Focus, Canadian Perspectives, International Perspectives, 'That's So Gay,' The Late Shift (offbeat international films for a late-night audience), Frame X Frame (animation), ViewFinders @ AFF (family-friendly films), and a full music program. From inspiring documentaries to offbeat film noir and Hollywood's latest blockbusters to beautifully crafted animation, AFF's program has something for everyone.

In 2010, film and music collide at the AFF through the innovative Music & Image program of music films, master classes, panels, keynotes, and other exciting projects. The AFF's music program is a partnership between the Festival and the East Coast Music Association, and is designed to bridge the gap between music and film through professional development sessions, one-on-one meetings between artists and music supervisors, and exciting showcase performances.

Put your work front and center in this vibrant market...submit to the Atlantic Film Festival today!