When a straight guy takes a look at the other side, he unearths an eye-opening film about the lives and experiences of drag queens, onstage and off.
But these are not just any drag queens; in Robbie Hopcraft's new documentary "Audience with the Queens," he features a diverse group who perform at the 801 Club in sunny Key West, Florida.
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In his first ever foray into professional filmmaking, Hopcraft, who served as both producer and.0 director will have a red carpet ...
New Yorkers in need of an affordable yet satisfying indie film fix will be happy to hear that The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF) has announced their slate of films and red carpet premieres. NYIIFVF runs from March 19 26 in Manhattan and will showcase features, shorts, documentaries and animations from all over the globe. The opening night kick-off party takes place at BLVD (199 Bowery) from 6-10pm. Film screenings begin March 20 on 2 screens at City Cinemas ...
Below is a list of films that have achieved success through exhibition at our festival.
A lot of our films have our festival's laurels on their box art in US video stores.
The Derby Stallion - Distributed by Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
The Final Patient - Distributed by Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
Return With Honor - Picked up by Excel Film Distribution
Maximum Cage Fighting- Distributed by Echo Bridge Home Entertainment
Fighter - ...
NYIIFVF continues to be the voice of independent film, launching many careers and successes from our festivals in New York and LA. The NYIIFVF is accepting last minute entries for its upcoming NY festival in March. This is your chance to be a part of the NYIIFVF and screen your film in a prestigious indie theatre in NYC!!
A sampling of World Premieres in the upcoming festival includes films with Tony Bennett, Iggy Pop, Mick Rock and Lloyd Kaufman!
A Gift of Love
Starring singing le...
STRENGTH AND HONOUR tells the story of an Irish-American boxer, Sean Kelleher (Michael Madsen), who accidentally kills his friend in the ring and promises his wife that he will never box again. However, years later, when he discovers that his only son is dying of the same hereditary heart disorder which has taken his wife, he is forced to break his promise in order to raise the substantial funds needed for the surgery that could save his son's life.
STRENGTH AND HONOUR is a human drama of love...
The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival proudly announces the results from their Fall event in New York. Over 200 films from 45 countries competed for awards in categories such as Grand Jury Prizes for direction, acting, and cinematography, screenwriting as well as genre and documentary awards.
"The caliber of film entries was very impressive from both emerging filmmakers and professional established filmmakers from all over the world. An expert panel ...
NESHOBA, the documentary film that finally tells the true story behind the “Mississippi Burning” murders, will have its New York premiere at this year’s New York International Independent Film and Video Festival.. NESHOBA is directed by Micki Dickoff and Tony Pagano. The premiere will be held at the Village East Cinema, 181 2nd Avenue at 12th Street on Saturday, September 20th at 6:00 p.m. Directors Dickoff and Pagano will attend the premiere.
“I’m so excited the film is premier...
HALFORD RESURRECTION WORLD TOUR - LIVE AT ROCK IN RIO III OFFICIAL SELECTION OF NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL INDEPENDENT VIDEO AND FILM FESTIVAL VILLAGE EAST SCREENINGS 8 PM SEPTEMBER 22ND & 23RDHALFORD RESURRECTION WORLD TOUR LIVE AT ROCK IN RIO III 5.1 DVD / CD DIGI PAK RELEASING OCTOBER 7, 2008LIMITED EDITION PRE-SALE UNDERWAY AT PARTICIPATING E-TAILERS AND METALGODSHOP.COMMetal God Entertainment and Rob Halford are pleased to announce New York screenings of Halford Resurrection World Tou...
The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival is very pleased to announce that legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke will make a special appearance at the "The Wonder Kids" East Coast Premiere, which will be held on Friday September 19th at 8pm at Village East cinema (181 2nd Ave. and 12th Street). Mr. Van Dyke narrated the documentary which scooped the prestigious Grand Jury Prize for Be st Documentary at the NYIIFVF in LA. The legendary performer is expected to...
Celebrated Police Captain turned multi award-winning filmmaker Donna Roman (D.R.) Hernandez today announced that her latest film "Newark Street Preachers" has been selected for exhibition at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF). Tickets are selling very fast for this urban crime feature documentary, which makes its world debut on Saturday September 20th at 4pm at the City Cinemas Village East, 181 2nd Ave. & 12th Street in Manhattan. Written, pro...
The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival proudly announces the results from this summer’s Los Angeles event. Over 100 films from 25 countries competed for awards in categories such as genre, direction, acting, and cinematography and screenwriting. “The caliber of film entries was very impressive from both emerging filmmakers and professional established filmmakers from all over the globe. An expert panel of film judges decided the winners,“ said publicist Briege McGa...
Filmmakers, artists and festival goers had a blast at the west coast edition of The New Yo rk International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF). The 8-day indie film extravaganza opened at the Cabana Club with a packed networking party and film/art market planned by Annalisa San Juan. An interesting fusion of filmmakers, artists, actors, screenwriters from all over the globe mingled, celebrated and pitched their projects with some managing to intrigue press and eagle-eyed distributors ...
Chekhov and Maria, a feature film by acclaimed Canadian director Eric Till whose credits include Luther starring Joseph Fiennes, will screen at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival on July 20th at 4pm at the Laemmle Sunset 5 (8000 Sunset Blvd.)The film stars Ron Bottitta and Gillian Brashear and is based on the highly successful off-Broadway stage play by Jovanka Bach, directed by her husband, John Stark. The film is a memorial tribute to his wife, who died recent...
LOS ANGELES JULY 2008 SCHEDULELos Angeles VIP Screeningshttp://www.nyfilmvideo.com/2008/la-2008/schedule/la-july-2008.htm FRIDAY July 18thLaemmle Sunset Screen 3 12:00 pm Recover Me 124 min Director Dahsheen Amin Genre Drama Synopsis gritty drama unfolds on the most destitute streets of Richmond Virginia, challenging a single mother’s strength and sobriety as she fights to fulfill her own “pursuit of happiness”. 2:10 pm Fillbilly 98 min Director A.L. “MIG” Ma...
Those needing an indie film fix will be happy to hear that The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF) is gearing up to return to Los Angeles with an exciting lineup of independent films, red carpet premieres and special events, taking place July 17-24, 2008. NYIIFVF kicks off with a film/art market and networking party at the stylish Cabana Club on Thursday July 17 from 6pm-Midnight. In keeping with NYIIFVF's unique and successful formula of 15 years, over 100 eclec...
Holistic practitioner and former geologist turned screenwriter Dr. Andrea Levinson today announced that her first independent film "Death, Taxes... and Chocolate! will screen at the Los Angeles edition of the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF). The dark comedy will play at the Laemmle Sunset 5 theater (8000 Sunset Blvd.) in Los Angeles on Saturday July 19, 2008 at 6PM. The film has been very well received by film critics and has already earned major nominat...
Interview with Frogman, Director, Producer and Writer of EAGLE TALON THE MOVIE: THE CHANCELLOR ONLY LIVES TWICEClaus Mueller:Can you just briefly comment about your background?Frogman:I have been involved in television productions and drama for fifteen years. About four years ago I started with flash animationCM: What kind of films have you done before EAGLE TALON?F: It is actually my first film but I have produced many TV seriesCM: What prompted you to use flash an...
NYIIFVF recently announced the award results for their recent festival that took place in two venues in Manhattan, FEB 28-MARCH 6, 2008. More than 200 films from 50 countries screened in the competition. Best Film Awards Best Feature Film - Journal of a Contract KillerBest Short Film – The Appearances Room (El Espacio de las Apariencias)Best Documentary – Time BombsBest Animation – Eagle Talon The Movie: The Chancellor Only Lives TwiceBest Cinematography – Cuore Scatenato (Raging Heart)B...
Harried New Yorkers can get some much-needed calm energy by watching an uplifting new short film titled, "The World is Yours." The film is the directorial debut for Kathleen Ammalee Rogers, author, personal growth expert, therapeutic coach and artist. "The World is Yours" has been selected to screen as part of the prestigious New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF) on the opening weekend at 4pm and 8pm on March 2nd at the ImaginAsian Theater in Ma...
In keeping with their well-established tradition of showcasing the best in world animation, NYIIFVF is delighted to announce that the Japanese flash animation feature “Eagle Talon The Movie” will premiere on February 29th at 8pm at the ImaginAsian Theater with a private afterparty to follow. Directed by charismatic animator FROGMAN, Eagle Talon The Movie has received two major NYIIFVF Jury nominations including the prestigious Grand Jury Prize for Best Animation as well as a Best Director n...
The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF) has announced the line up of films, parties, and red carpet premieres. The eight-day extravaganza will run from February 28 - March 6 2008, all over Manhattan and will showcase a record number of international features, shorts, documentaries and animations from all over the globe. The opening night kick-off party will take place at China Club (268 W47th Street) on February 28th from 6-10pm. Festival screenings begin on Feb...
Celebrated Police Captain turned award-winning filmmaker Donna Roman (D.R.) Hernandez proudly announces that her crime documentary short film "A Call for Valor" will premiere as part of the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival (NYIIFVF). The eleven-minute film will play at the ImaginAsian Theater, 239 E. 59th Street & 2nd Avenue in New York City at 6pm on March 1st and is expected to sell out. The film has already earned a nomination for "Best Directoria...
The media devotes such a vast amount of attention to tabloid stories/ celebrity scandals, why not diverge some of the attention and direct it to a good cause? This is exactly the intention of Parody 4 Charity Productions, the latest project of Hollywood producer and fashion designer Itsi Atkins. On Valentine's Day, February 14th, 2008, Parody 4 Charity will launch the Pop Your Panties campaign initiated with a four-minute music video called "Pop Your Panties" in which Mr. Atkins revert...
Dynamic independent film distribution company, ITN Distribution Inc., today announced their lineup of films for the 2008 NATPE conference and exhibition staged annually in Las Vegas. This year's films are a diverse mix of high-concept features, shorts and high-quality documentaries in a wide variety of genres such as arthouse, action, war, horror, thriller, comedy and martial arts. Many titles have worldwide rights available and have won awards at film festivals around the globe. ITN's office ...
"CHILL" ( http://www.chillmovie.com/ ) -- In this classic retro horror thriller, Sam ( Thomas Calabro, Melrose Place ), an aspiring writer, takes a job as a clerk in an L.A. inner city grocery owned by the sinister Dr. Munoz, who claims to have a rare skin condition that forces him to live in sub-freezing temperatures. Meanwhile, Sam befriends an attractive neighborhood boutique owner Maria ( Ashley Laurence, Hellraiser ), and is unwittingly entwine...
