| Ricardo Montalbán
and Nosotros
Kick Off the Nosotros American Latino Film Festival
Ricardo Montalbán and Nosotros,
a 501c(3) non-profit organization present the 2006
Nosotros American Latino
Film Festival (NALFF) August 24th to the
27th in the epicenter of the entertainment community
at the Ricardo Montalbán Theatre
located at 1615 N. Vine St., Hollywood, Ca, 90028.
The festive event will showcase the work of American
Latino filmmakers and will offer free entertainment
industry workshops, panel discussions, a high school
filmmaker's showcase, educational programs, networking
receptions, and live entertainment. The event is open
to the general public and all films are presented
in English.
DIVERSITY / LATIN ENTERTAINMENT SUMMIT (Free
Event)
Thursday, August 24th
Various topics regarding diversity in TV and film
will be explored during panel discussions. Hear what
TV networks and film companies have to say about the
future of Latinos and other underrepresented minorities
in TV and Film.
Location: Ricardo Montalban Theatre
OPENING NIGHT MIXER (Free Event)
Thursday, August 24th
8:00pm
Come and meet the festival directors, filmmakers and
other entertainment industry professionals. This event
is free and open to the general public. Bring a friend!.
This is your chance to promote your film before the
film screenings begin. Hosted by *The Good Life*
RSVP: NALFF06@Yahoo.com
Location: The Bungalow Club (Upstairs Bar), 7174 Melrose
Ave., Los Angeles, Ca900046
HIGH SCHOOL FILMMAKERS FORUM (Free
Event)
Friday, August 25th
11:00am - 4:00pm
High school filmmakers will walk the red carpet in
Hollywood! Watch their films showcased alongside some
of today's most celebrated Latino filmmakers, on the
big screen! Select projects from the programs include:
Echo Park Film Center, Washington Prep High School,
and the South East Student Film Festival. The event
is presented by The Walt Disney Company. A private
reception with the high school filmmakers and festival
participants is sponsored by Chipotle Mexican Grill.
Hosted by Nachin of Latino 96.3fm Radio.
FILM SCREENINGS
The competitive festival brings together the best
Latino filmmakers in the country. Each day will showcase
feature films, documentaries, short films and music
videos. Feature films include:
World Premiere of “The New Los Angeles”
(Documentary / 54min 38 sec.) Director/ Producer:
Lyn Goldfarb. Nominated for an Imagen Award. Friday,
August 25th at 6:00pm
Between (Drama / 88 min.) Director / Producer: David
Ocañas. Sundance Film Festival (Nominee for
Grand Jury). Friday, August 25th at 8:30pm.
Champion (Documentary / 90 min.) The life of Danny
Trejo. Phoenix Film Festival (Best Documentary). Saturday,
August 26th at 6:30pm
Crossing Arizona (Documentary / 60 min. 37 sec.)
Directed and Produced by Joseph Mathew and Daniel
DeVivo. Brooklyn International Film Festival (Audience
Award). Saturday, August 26th at 9:00pm
The festival also includes many outstanding short
film selections. Please visit us online for a complete
list.
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS / SPECIAL EVENTS (Free
Events)
Casting Workshop with Fern Orenstein
Thursday, August 24th, 4:00pm
Coffee Talk with producer Marilyn R. Atlas
Sunday, August 27th, 2:00pm
Coffee Talk with Vanguard Cinema
Saturday, August 26th, 12:00pm
Screen Writing with Harrison Reiner
To be determined
Meet development executives from SiTV
To be determined
GALAS
Friday, August 25th - Sunday, August 27th
Each evening will host a private reception for filmmakers
and VIP guests.
Location: Ricardo Montalban Theatre
TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION
Purchase tickets at the box office during the festival.
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