Austin Film Festival & Writers Conference (AFF) announced the full schedule of films and panels for the 26th annual Festival, this October 24-31.
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Fascinating Documentary RECORDER: THE MARION STOKES PROJECT Opens in Theaters on November 15
Recorder: The Marion Stokes Project Recorder: The Marion Stokes Project, Matt Wolf’s (Teenage, Wild Combination) fascinating documentary portrait of the life and obsessions of an eccentric archivist, will open at the Metrograph in New York on Friday, November 15 with a national rollout to follow (including Philadelphia on Nov. 22 and LA on Nov. 29).
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Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s Directorial Debut FARMING Opens in Theaters in Late October
FARMING directed by Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Farming, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje’s autobiographical directorial debut, starring Kate Beckinsale, Damson Idris, John Dagleish, Jaime Winstone, Gugu Mbatha-Raw will open in select theaters and on VOD on October 25, 2019.
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Watch Trailer for HBO Documentary THE BRONX, USA Celebrating the Diverse NYC Boro
THE BRONX, USA directed by Danny Gold From the team behind HBO’s “If You’re Not in the Obit, Eat Breakfast,” The Bronx, USA, debuting Wednesday, October 30 (9:00-10:25 p.m. ET/PT), follows producer George Shapiro as he returns to his hometown of the Bronx. Revisiting the streets, stores and memories of his childhood, Shapiro reflects on the singularity of the borough he grew up in and the close friendships he made there that have stood the test of time.
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THE APOLLO Documentary Drops Trailer + HBO Debut Date
The Apollo, directed by Oscar(R) and Emmy(R) winner Roger Ross Williams (“Music By Prudence,” “Life Animated”), chronicles the legacy of New York City’s landmark Apollo Theater, covering the rich history of the storied performance space over its 85 years. What began as a refuge for marginalized artists emerged as a hallowed hall of black excellence and empowerment. In the film, Williams reflects on the struggle of black lives in America, the role that art plays in that struggle, and the part the Apollo Theater continues to play in the cultural conversation.
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THE IRISHMAN to Open and WAVES will Close 2019 Key West Film Festival
WAVES directed by Trey Edward Shults; and starring Sterling K. Brown, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Kelvin Harrison Jr., Lucas Hedges, Taylor Russell, and Alexa Demie Martin Scorcese’s critically acclaimed “The Irishman” (Netflix) will open the 2019 Key West Film Festival, and the festival will close with Trey Edward Shults “Waves” (A24). Orlando-based director Stults will appear for a Q&A.
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QUEEN OF LAPA Documentary on Brazilian Trans Activist Luana Muniz to Premiere at NewFest
QUEEN OF LAPA directed by Theodore Collatos and Carolina Monnerat The critically-acclaimed documentary Queen of Lapa from directors Theodore Collatos and Carolina Monnerat will have its much-anticipated New York premiere as part of the documentary competition at the 31st edition of New Fest: New York’s LGBTQ Film Festival, taking place October 23 to 29.
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Palestinian Youth Overcome Obstacles Through Parkour in Documentary HURDLE at DOC NYC
Hurdle In the shadow of a border wall, a new generation of Palestinian youth overcome obstacles through their love of the sport parkour in Hurdle , a new documentary that will have its New York Premiere at DOC NYC 2019.
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Intriguing Documentary IN BRIGHT AXIOM to Premiere at DOC NYC 2019
IN BRIGHT AXIOM directed by Spencer McCall The documentary IN BRIGHT AXIOM from director Spencer McCall (The Institute) will have its NYC Premiere at DOC NYC 2019 in the section: INVESTIGATIONS.
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Documentary HEALING FROM HATE to World Premiere at DOC NYC
Members of the National Socialist Movement march down the streets of Columbia, South Carolina to the steps of the State Capital building. April 21, 2007., Columbia, S.C. They rally to protest the “3rd world invasion” of illegal immigrants and the thousands of Mexicans shutting down major cities demonstrating against border reform and their refusal to assimilate into American culture. During the rally, the NSM announced their third party candidate for the upcoming US Presidential election John Taylor Bowles. Bowles is a veteran of the United States Air Force and has been in the NSM for over 30 years. The National Socialist Movement had upwards of 100 supporting members and were met by a vocal crowd of counter protesters. A large police and federal presence kept the event free from incident. (HEALING FROM HATE: BATTLE FOR THE SOUL OF A NATION directed by Peter Hutchison) The documentary Healing from Hate: Battle For The Soul Of A Nation, directed by Peter Hutchison and featuring Frankie Meeink, Tony McAleer, Sammy Rangel, Christian Picciolini and Michael Kimmel will have its World Premiere at DOC NYC 2019 in the section: FIGHT THE POWER.
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32 Animated Feature Films Submitted for 92nd Academy Awards
“Buñuel in the Labyrinth of the Turtles” Thirty-two features have been submitted for consideration in the Animated Feature Film category for the 92nd Academy Awards®.
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New Spotlight Films THE TWO POPES, JOJO RABBIT, A HIDDEN LIFE Added to New Orleans Film Fest 2019
Portrait of a Lady On Fire (PORTRAIT DE LA JEUNE FILLE EN FEU) New Orleans native, 6-time Grammy winner and Academy Award® -nominated composer Terence Blanchard will be presented with a Career Achievement Award at the Closing Night of the 30th New Orleans Film Festival on October 23rd. Blanchard composed the music for HARRIET, the Closing Night Selection of the festival which tells the story of the renowned abolitionist Harriet Tubman.