On August 19th, 2010 PVIFF will be hosting their opening night reception tentatively being held at the Woodruff Arts Center in Midtown Atlanta hosted by acclaimed comedic actor Mr. Brandon T. Jackson ("Roll Bounce," "Tropic Thunder," "Lottery Ticket" etc.). The opening night will consist of a red carpet reception with food and drinks followed by a screening of a feature film with a Q&A session to follow.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the hit hip hop film "House Party." PVIFF will host a 20th anniversary award celebration & breakfast featuring Kid "N" Play, " Producer/Director Reginald Hudlin & R&B Artists/Producers Full Force. This historic event will take place on Saturday, August 21st (8-10 a.m.) at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (Downtown Atlanta) in the International Tower ball room. For ticket information visit: http://pviff2010.eventbrite.com
Other confirmed guests for PVIFF 2010 include:
-Mark Brown, Writer/Producer ("Barbershop I," "Two Can Play That Game," "Barbershop II" etc.)
-Brian White, Actor ("Mr. 3000," "I Can Do Bad By Myself," "Men of A Certain Age" etc.)
-Twinkie Byrd, Casting Director ("Kings Ransom,""Stomp The Yard," "Nitorious" etc.)
-Quinton Aaron, Actor ("The Blindside)
*Moderated by acclaimed actor Clifton Powell ("Roc," "Dead Presidents," "Ray" etc.)
-Twinkie Byrd, Casting Director ("Kings Ransom,""Stomp The Yard," "Nitorious" etc.)
-Quinton Aaron, Actor ("The Blindside)
*Moderated by acclaimed actor Clifton Powell ("Roc," "Dead Presidents," "Ray" etc.)
The Closing Night Award Ceremony will be hosted by acclaimed actor Malik Yoba ("Cool Runnings," "NY Undercover," "Why Did I Get Married" etc.)
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Specials:
PVIFF currently has 2 special promotions: -For consumers who book 2 nights at the Hyatt Regency Hotel (downtown Atlanta) during PVIFF - Aug. 19-22 they will get a FREE "ALL ACCESS VIP PASS" to the festival. This offer expires on June 1st, 2010. To book your room visit:
https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1522079
https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=1522079
-PVIFF is currently offering a special on All Access VIP tickets for $125.00 ONLY. This offer expires on June 1st, 2010.
About PVIFF:
PVIFF is hosted by The African American Cinema Gallery (AACG) & Gipp. Museums, Inc. PVIFF attracts 5,000+ people each year from around the world. PVIFF was created in 2006 under the previous name (Sweet Auburn International Film Festival) and have served as the launching pad for many successful filmmakers and other artists alike in the film & entertainment industry. This dynamic international film festival showcases feature length films, shorts, music videos, documentaries, and screenplays from around the globe. PVIFF also feature celebrity attractions, innovative workshops, panels, parties, and much more. PVIFF is poised to become one of the most celebrated film events through dynamic programming and a dedication to helping filmmakers excel in their careers. PVIFF's brand is entrenched in the old saying "It Takes A Village."
Our vision allows us to create a village atmosphere that provide opportunities not only for filmmakers but for business owners and film enthusiasts. Artists such as Director/Writer Rob Hardy of Rain Forest Films, Producer, Roger Bobb of Tyler Perry Studios, Director, Leslie Small, Casting Director, Alpha Tyler of Tyler Perry Studios, Best Selling Author Omar Tyree, Actor, Bill Nunn, Director, Kenny Leon, Humanitarian, Afeni Shakur and more have all participated in various aspects of PVIFF over the years. In 2006 during PVIFF's first year the winning short film "Binta & The Great Idea" was nominated for an Academy Award and numerous other projects have received phenomenal acclaim throughout the years as well. With increased exposure, the assistance from the film and business community PVIFF will continue tohelp ignite opportunities and make dreams to come true for decades to come.
