2011 Pan African Film Festival Calls for Submissions
Official Deadline of October 31 for 19th Annual Festival, Which Runs February 16-21
Los Angeles, CA – Today, the 2011 Pan African Film Festival (PAFF) announced a call for submissions for short and feature-length films. Submission forms can be completed directly online at the official PAFF website at www.paff.org. The 2011 Pan African Film [...]
PAFF ENCORES Extends Engagement of 41st & Central: The Untold Story of the L.A. Black Panthers
For Immediate Release
March 30, 2010
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PAFF ENCORES Extends Engagement of 41st & Central: The Untold Story of the L.A. Black Panthers
Community Support for Film Encourages PAFF and Culver Plaza Theatres to Extend Engagement to April 8
Historical Film Documents Life of Slain Black Panther Leader Alprentice “Bunchy” Carter and the Story of the [...]
PAFF ENCORES HOLDS SPECIAL SCREENING OF 41ST & CENTRAL: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE L.A. BLACK PANTHERS
For Immediate Release
March 30, 2010
PAFF ENCORES HOLDS SPECIAL SCREENING OF 41ST & CENTRAL: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE L.A. BLACK PANTHERS
Award Winning Documentary Celebrates Limited Engagement at Culver Plaza Theatres in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Mar. 30, 2010) – On Saturday, Mar. 28, the Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) hosted a special screening [...]
2010 AFRICAN MOVIE ACADEMY AWARDS TO TAKE PLACE APRIL 10th IN BAYELSA, NIGERIA
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March 30, 2010
2010 AFRICAN MOVIE ACADEMY AWARDS TO TAKE PLACE APRIL 10th IN BAYELSA, NIGERIA
PAFF’s Ayuko Babu and Asantewa Olatunji Return as Judges
2010 PAFF Award Winners “SOUL DIASPORA” and “A STING IN A TALE” Nominated for an AMAA
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Mar. 30, 2010) – The 6th Annual African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA) [...]
Media Advisory – PAFF Encores Presents ’41st & Central’ March 27, 2010
For Immediate Release
March 23, 2010
SPECIAL SCREENING: 41ST & CENTRAL: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE LOS ANGELES BLACK PANTHERS
Award Winning Indie Film on Southern California Black Panther Party for Self Defense Opens for Limited Engagement in Los Angeles Mar. 26-Apr. 1
WHEN:
Saturday, March 27, 2010
4:00 p.m. – Red Carpet
5:15 p.m. – Screening followed [...]
PAFF ENCORES
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Pan African Film & Arts Festival (PAFF) will launch their PAFF ENCORES program with their 2010 Audience Favorite Documentary “41st & Central: The Untold Story of the L.A. Black Panthers.” PAFF ENCORES, a new monthly screening series will feature a popular film from the Festival’s signature February event for one [...]
The Africa Channel to Present Encore of the PAFF Night of Tribute
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Mar. 1, 2010) — Taped live at the 2010 Pan African Film Festival Feb. 12 in Los Angeles at the Nate Holden Performing Arts Center, The Africa Channel will present an encore presentation of the PAFF’s red carpet, star studded event, the Night of Tribute, that honors the achievements of acclaimed actors, [...]
Los Angeles Press Screening
The Pan African Film & Arts Festival is proud to announce a press and industry screening for our 2010 Audience Favorite Documentary “41st & Central: The Untold Story of the L.A. Black Panthers” taking place at the Culver Plaza Theatre on Friday, March 5 at 11 a.m.
As part of the PAFF’s year-round-programming series, the PAFF [...]
Photo Release – PAFF Announces 2010 Filmmaker Awards
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 20, 2010) —The Jury, Audience, Festival, and other special award-winners of the 2010 PAN AFRICAN FILM & FESTIVAL (PAFF) were announced February 17 at the Festival’s Awards Ceremony hosted by actress CCH Pounder (Avatar) at the Culver Plaza Theatres in Los Angeles. The Kenyan narrative FROM A WHISPER won for Best [...]
2010 PAFF Filmmaker Awards
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 17, 2010) —The Jury, Audience, Festival, and other special award-winners of the 2010 PAN AFRICAN FILM & FESTIVAL (PAFF) were announced tonight at the Festival’s Awards Ceremony hosted by actress CCH Pounder (Avatar) at the Culver Plaza Theatres (9919 Washington Blvd. Los Angeles). The Kenyan narrative FROM A WHISPER [...]
PAFF FILMMAKER AWARDS AND CLOSING NIGHT PRESENTATION
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 17, 2010) —The Jury, Audience, Festival, and other special award-winners of the 2010 PAN AFRICAN FILM & FESTIVAL (PAFF) will be announced tonight at the Festival’s Awards Ceremony hosted by actress CCH Pounder (Avatar) at the Culver Plaza Theatres (9919 Washington Blvd. Los Angeles). The PAFF will also screen FREEDOM RIDERS [...]
PAFF Filmmaker Party Tip Sheet
WHO: 135 filmmakers, representing 36 countries from the 2010 Pan African Film & Arts Festival
WHAT: Pan African Film Festival Filmmaker Party
WHEN: Tuesday, February 16, 2010, Arrivals begin at 9 p.m.
WHERE: Kay N’ Dave’s, 9341 Culver Boulevard Culver City
MORE INFORMATION:
The Pan African Film [...]
Encore Screening of PAFF Centerpiece Film
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 16, 2010) — The Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious Black film and arts festival, has announced an encore screening of the feature documentary 41ST & CENTRAL: THE UNTOLD STORY OF THE L.A. BLACK PANTHERS after premiering the film to a sold out audience. The [...]
Photo Release – 2010 PAFF Opening Night
LOS ANGELES, CA – The Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious Black film and arts festival, hosted the world premiere of Blood Done Sign My Name as their Opening Night feature presentation. Blood Done Sign My Name, which opens nationally on February 19th from Paladin, stars Nate Parker [...]
February 15 Tip Sheet
10 AM – ART MARKET
Westfield Culver Plaza 6000 Sepulveda Boulevard Culver City
The PAFF Art Market will showcase the best in Black fine art, sculpture, photography, unique handmade crafts, home furnishings, designer jewelry, designer fashions and accessories that highlight the artistry and beauty of the African aesthetic. We will provide our participating artists [...]
February 14 Tip Sheet
10 AM – ART MARKET
Westfield Culver Plaza 6000 Sepulveda Boulevard Culver City
The PAFF Art Market will showcase the best in Black fine art, sculpture, photography, unique handmade crafts, home furnishings, designer jewelry, designer fashions and accessories that highlight the artistry and beauty of the African aesthetic. We will provide our participating artists [...]
February 13 Tip Sheet
10 AM – CHILDREN’S FEST
Culver Plaza Theatres 9919 Washington Boulevard L.A.
Westfield Culver Plaza 6000 Sepulveda Boulevard Culver City
Films begin at 10 a.m., Activities follow at 1:30 p.m. at the Westfield Culver Plaza.
Great fun for the entire family, Children’s Fest entertains over 1,000 children, ages 4-12, and their parents with FREE film screenings, storytelling, [...]
PAFF Night of Tribute Tip Sheet
WHO:
Emmy award-winning actor GLYNN TURMAN (Cooley High, The Wire) as the 2010 PAFF Lifetime Achievement Award honoree, award presented by LOU GOSSETT JR.; Pioneer Award recipient film director F. GARY GRAY (The Italian Job, A Man Apart); Beah Richards Award recipient actress TATYANA ALI (The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, Love That Girl), award presented [...]
Pan African Film Festival Announces 2010 Lineup
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 10, 2010) — The Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious international Black film and arts festival has announced its 2010 lineup of films selected to be screened for its Best Documentary Feature, Best Documentary Short, Best Narrative Short, Best Narrative Feature, and Best First [...]
Tip Sheet: Opening Night Gala
WHO:
Cast Members: Nate Parker, Lela Rochon, Omar Benson Miller, Afemo Omilami, Golden Globe- winner Ricky Schroder, Nick Searcy, Darrin Dewitt Henson, Milauna Jemai, Montrey Gordy, E. Roger Mitchell, film writer director Jeb Stuart, and novel author Timothy Tyson. Hosted by CCH Pounder(‘Avatar’, ‘Brothers’).
Other Guests: Civil rights activist Dr. Ben Chavis, Loretta Devine, Antoine [...]
PAFF Announces Panther Documentary as Centerpiece Presenation
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2010) – The Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious Black film and arts festival, has announced feature documentary “41st & Central: The Untold Story of the L.A. Black Panthers” as their Centerpiece Presentation. The feature screening will take place on Monday, February 15 at [...]
2010 Night of Tribute
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Feb. 8, 2010) — The Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious Black film and arts festival, has announced Emmy award-winning actor Glynn Turman (Cooley High, The Wire) as the 2010 PAFF Lifetime Achievement Award honoree. Taking place Friday, February 12 (7 p.m.) at the Nate [...]
PAFF Announces Opening Night Gala Feature Presentation
LOS ANGELES, Calif. – The Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious Black film and arts festival, has announced the world premiere of “Blood Done Sign My Name” as their Opening Night feature presentation. “Blood Done Sign My Name,” which opens nationally on February 19th from Paladin, stars Nate Parker [...]
PAFF Announces Haiti Fundraiser
LOS ANGELES, Calif. (Jan. 22, 2010) — The 18th Pan African Film and Arts Festival (PAFF), America’s largest and most prestigious Black film and arts festival, has announced special screenings of the award winning documentary “Haiti: The Sleeping Giant” beginning February 11 through February 17 at various times throughout the day at the Culver Plaza [...]
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