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Promote your line up during AFM

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AFM 2017 runs November 1 - 8, 2017  We would like to contribute to your success in AFM Can we help? Promote your line up to media, buyers and attendees. Boost your screenings' attendance. Shoot interviews or video captur... 
 

Q&A on Thai Night AFM 2017 with Mr. Winichai Chaemchaeng, Vice Minister for Commerce, Royal Thai Ministry of Commerce

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THAI NIGHT AFM 2017   Q&A WITH Mr. Winichai Chaemchaeng, Vice Minister for Commerce, Royal Thai Ministry of Commerce       Is the Thai film industry a priority for the Thai Government?   Absolutely. The Thai Government recognizes that creative industries, and film in particular, are very key sectors for the country, both from an economic and from a cultural standpoint.    Is the Thai film industry contributing to the Thai economy in si...
 
 

Eight Leading Thai Film Companies to Participate in Thai Night AFM 2017

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    Tonight, Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi is presiding over Thai Night 2017 - Where Films Come Alive, an event of celebration of Thai cinema and its industry held on the occasion of the American Film Market 2017 edition.   Organized by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Royal Thai Government, the event will spotlight Thailand's new wave of film talent — artists, technicians and ent...
 

 

Catching the Wave at AFM: Full details of AFM panels, keynotes and events

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Wednesday November 1st AFM Orientation Jonathan Wolf, Managing Director, American Film Market   3:00 PM  -  4:30 PM ,  November 1 2017  ArcLight - Screen 1 Thusrday November 2nd The Changing Hong Kong Movie Scene: What is New, How and Why?   3:00 PM  -  4:30 PM ,  November 2 2017  Loews Hotel - AFM Studio   ...
 
 

Frenchman's Flat and "The Measure of Your Faith" from Unlike Any Other Productions

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I hope this email finds you well.  I am Jonathon James Williams, partner of Unlike Any Other Productions. We are wishing to line up a meeting either at AFM or beforehand.    We have two film projects which would be of interest to yourself and your company. As well as a cutting edge Faith-based biblical series. All works are unique, original and generate a universal audience and gathering a lot of interest!    Below are high qualit...
 

Mindjazz Pictures International AFM Documentary Line Up

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            We are delighted to present our Line-up of documentary feature films below (or just click here: www.mindjazz-international.com).    Please do not hesitate to contact us for any information about availabilities for your territory, for premiere statuses or for screening links.  &...
 

Brian Metcalf (The Lost Tree, Living among us) with Bruno Chatelin

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Working on the festival strategy for Living Among Us and a  premiere at Fantasporto next february.   ...
 

'Dead on Arrival' teamworking! working on the details of the red carpet premiere in LA at the Egyptian at ARPA Fest

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Stephen C. Sepher director of Dead on Arrival at Vision Films booth (Las Flores suite, 8 th  floor) with Lise Romanoff, CEO ...
 

Meeting with Bobby Myers former co-founder of AFM, and studio executive

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Bobby (wearing a new beard) with Bruno Chatelin, they worked together at Sony in the 90's! He formed MMG in 2011 and serves the company as Strategic Senior Consultant Bobby, a veteran of International sales and distribution. He began his career with Columbia Pictures in Europe. In 1969 he joined National General Pictures as President of their International Distribution which at the time represented also the films for First Artists which was a company formed by Paul Newman, Steve McQueen,...
 

Your paper fix at AFM...how many trees.?

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Highland Film Group to handle worldwide rights on Daniel Roby’s Gut Instinct

 
Highland Film Group has come on board to handle worldwide rights on Daniel Roby’s Gut Instinct, starring Josh Hartnett (Lucky Number Slevin, Pearl Harbor) and Antoine-Olivier Pilon (Mommy). The crime-thriller is produced by Andre Rouleau and Valerie d’Auteuil of Caramel Films in association with Roby as executive producer. Goldrush Entertainment and Highland Film Group will also serve as executive producers on the picture. Highland Film Group will commence worldwide sales at the...

Hong Kong Day at AFM kicks off today at 12.30

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12:30pm:  Hong Kong Day Opening Ceremony Location:  Front entrance of Lowes Santa Monica Hotel   3:00pm:  AFM Roundtables “The Changing Hong Kong Movie Scene: What is New, How and Why?” Location:  AFM Studios   6:00pm:  Hong Kong Reception Location:  Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel ...
 
 

"Underground" a new japanese production from Stand Entertainment enters the market

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Discover this new japanese production from  Stand Entertainment called "Underground",  starring Al Snow, WWE wrestling legend and Andy McPhee (Animal Kingdom), by Majestic - Australian production, director/producer Steve Ravic. ​ Synopsis:  THE PLACE UNDERGROUND is a prison where people of all walks of life, both men and women have been abducted and forced to fight to survive or die a brutal death in front of private paying spectators.  Anyone refus...
 
 

AFM Screenings & Events Update | Thursday, November 2

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Added Screenings Film: Time: Theatre: Company: &...
 

Hong Kong Day at the American Film Market (AFM®) is set to open tomorrow in Santa Monica

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Hong Kong Day at the American Film Market (AFM®) is set to open tomorrow in Santa Monica, United States. Chris Lo, Director, Los Angeles, Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Jonathan Wolf, Managing Director, American Film Market (AFM®) welcomed the eighth edition of the event, which is jointly organised by the AFM® and the HKTDC. Hong Kong Day features events and screenings highlighting international opportunities for film production in Hong Kong.   Hong Kong&rsq...
 
 

Horror Makers in AFM United! let s meet Saturday night

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Let s meet at Rusty's Surf Ranch  cross from the carousel at Rusty’s Surf Ranch and I’ve reserved an area!   November 4th TIME: 7:30-9:30 great initiative by Sean Crayne :-) Check his page on facebook and rsvp top confirm. i am sharing below a nice memory from the fest circuit and my happy days in horror ... I had Wes Craven sitting on our eletrical chair for his movie SHOCKER premiering at Avoriaz Festival...a few years ago :-) ...
 

Festival Directors wine tasting party at AFM

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Bruno Chatelin and the Filmfestivals.com Team, Laurie Kirby and Stuart MacNaught from FestForums and Lise Romanoff VisionFilms CEO Request the pleasure of your company and a taste from your country to share with fun and with other festival directors and peers at our AFM reception. SAVE THE DATE FOR THE ANNUAL FILMFESTIVALS.COM WINE TASTING PARTY FOR FESTIVAL DIRECTORS.   November 3rd , 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Loews Las Flores Suite 8th floor. Reserved for Festival Dir...
 
 

The 3rd Annual Central American International Film Festival in Los Angeles kiscks off this week

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  ​A Celebration and Showcase of Central American Culture   The Central American International Film Festival (CAIFF) is holding its 3rd grand annual film festival in Los Angeles at the LA Film school on November 3rd, 4th, and 5th. We will be celebrating and showcasing Central American cinema and culture with a line-up of emerging and unique Central American filmmakers and a program full of cultural entertainment.   This festival is the first of few to represent Central...
 
 

Stage 32 + American Film Market Join Forces for 2017

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Stage 32 has been named as the official film networking and education platform of the American Film Market for the 2nd year in a row.  As you know, we are big supporters of AFM and all they do to connect producers, financiers and distributors all over the world. To be recognized in such fashion is truly an honor and I thank head honcho, Jonathan Wolf, not only for all the support, but for his friendship as well. In an effort to give back to the film community, we are offering ...
 
 

Ori Pictures titles in AFM

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AFM LINE UP           ...
 
 

 

First Look Photo from VITA & VIRGINIA starring Gemma Arterton and Elizabeth Debicki

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    GEMMA ARTERTON AND ELIZABETH DEBICKI STAR PROTAGONIST PICTURES HANDLING FILM AT AFM Vita & Virginia is the true story of the passionate relationship between literary trailblazer Virginia Woolf (Elizabeth Debicki) and her only lover, the enigmatic author Vita Sackville West (Gemma Arterton).   When their paths cross, the magnetic Vita decides the beguiling, stubborn and gifted Virginia will be her next conquest, no matter the cost. The film is a celebration of their u...

 

We miss you Ed Flaherty, RIP We are raising money for " Anastasia and Max - Ed's kids" - Donate Now!

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Anastasia and Max's papa, our beloved Edwardo passed away on Saturday 10/21/17.  While the family is sorting through Ed's paperwork, etc., Janice Kaplan and her friends decided to start a fund to help them and show them our support. This will go towards their education and general well being and help towards their care. click to donate on gofundme ...
 
 

Thai Night AFM 2017 to celebrate the talent at the heart of the Thai film industry

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Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi will preside over Thai Night AFM 2017 – Thailand Where Films Come Alive, an event of celebration of Thai cinema and its industry organized during the American Film Marketand Conference 2017.   Held in Santa Monica on November 2nd by the Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, Royal Thai Government...
 

Frenchman's Flat and "The Measure of Your Faith" from Unlike Any Other Productions

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I hope this email finds you well.  I am Jonathon James Williams, partner of Unlike Any Other Productions. We are wishing to line up a meeting either at AFM or beforehand.    We have two film projects which would be of interest to yourself and your company. As well as a cutting edge Faith-based biblical series. All works are unique, original and generate a universal audience and gathering a lot of interest!    Below are high qualit...
 
 

The Thai film 'Bad Genius' has been setting records around the world.

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GDH 559 at AFM 2017 brings the international hit 'Bad Genius'   After a very successful release in Thailand, 'Bad Genius' from GDH 559 is now attracting international audiences. It is already the number one grossing Thai film ever released in Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia and Vietnam. It has now set a new record, as the number one Thai film ever released in China. It opened in second place at the box-office, earning $16.1m in its first weekend, and has gone on t...
 
 

Festival Directors wine tasting party at AFM

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Bruno Chatelin and the Filmfestivals.com Team, Laurie Kirby and Stuart MacNaught from FestForums and Lise Romanoff VisionFilms CEO Request the pleasure of your company and a taste from your country to share with fun and with other festival directors and peers at our AFM reception. SAVE THE DATE FOR THE ANNUAL FILMFESTIVALS.COM WINE TASTING PARTY FOR FESTIVAL DIRECTORS.   November 3rd , 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Loews Las Flores Suite 8th floor. Reserved for Festival Dir...
 
 
 

 

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The AFM is not a festival - it is the largest motion picture market in the world. 8,000 industry attendees, including producers, distributors, directors, agents, writers, lawyers & bankers. Over 540 films screened, most world or U.S. premieres.

$US3 Billion spent annually by participants to produce films
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Our AFM Newsletters run each day with three bumper pre roll editions and a wrap edition:  

2019 Complete Coverage

2018 FULL HIT STORY TOLD IN 8 EPISODES

Pre roll newsletter N° 1 
Pre roll newsletter N° 2  
Opening Newsletter N°3 
N°4 (November 2) 
N°5 (November 3)

N°6 (November 4)  
N°7 (November 6) 
N°8 (November 8) Closing

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