AAFCA 2010 FILM FESTIVAL & ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING

Cinema in Diversity is a panel discussion led by a member of AAFCA that explores the concept of diversity in contemporary cinema.  
Definition of Diversity: The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies. It is the exploration
of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. This panel discussion will explore what role cinema can play to arrive at understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual.  

According to a recent Screen Actors Guild Casting Report
Blacks accounted for 14.5% of roles.
Latino accounted for 6.3% or roles
Asians accounted for 3.4%
Women over 40 were below national standard.
Participant sample will include:
AAFCA moderator
Member of African American press 
Member of Latino press
Member of Asian press
Member of Gay/Lesbian press
Female journalist representing women over 40
Creative Executive 

"WHAT EVERY FILMMAKER NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT FILM CRITICS"

Film Critics Definition: Film Critics offer an analysis and evaluation of films, individually and collectively. Film critics have an important impact on films because of their influence to impact the success of failure of a project. 
This conversation/panel will explore critical areas that every filmmaker needs to know when making a movie. The key talking points will include, but not be limited to the following:  

• The importance of plot lines and story narrative in films.
• Considerations to make when casting your project.
•  The key technical and creative elements filmmakers should consider before presenting their work to the media.

For booking information, please call 323-878-2399.

AFFCA JR. CRITIC PROGRAM

Working with our HBCU network, AAFCA will select four journalism students who demonstrate an ability and/or interest in film to cover a film promo event as a working journalist. Student selection will be made based on recommendations from academic/department institutions and an interview with an AAFCA representative. An AAFCA representative will chaperone selected student for media activity/ junket, and provide follow up support until delivery of final product, which will be made via an AAFCA member partner.