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we like the poster from Arlington Fest: do you too?
AIFF Festival Passes on Sale!
Mark your calendars for November 2-5
and plan to join us at the Capitol Theatre, Arlington, MA
for the best in Indie Films.
We open this year’s festival with films that address key elements in maintaining a democracy: a free press, and the rule of law relating to the rise of insurgency.
Explore the fascinating nature of the sperm whale,
learn about the process that ensued to return Picasso’s Guernica to Spain, embark on a journey with Magnum Photographer Thomas Hoepker, learn about climate change mitigations for agriculture on land and sea, observe the relationship of a parent as their child begins to recognize their true gender, and as the war in
Ukraine continues, travel with two dedicated artists as they use their talents to heal and knit together community.
Purchase your Pass online at https://aiffest.org/support-aiff/
Pick up your Pass at the AIFF table in the Capitol Theatre lobby.
All Access Festival Pass = $95
6 Film Pass = $45
Individual Tickets: https://www.capitoltheatreusa.com/
Thank you for being a valued member of the
Arlington Int’l Film Festival Community.
SEE YOU AT THE MOVIES!
For more information, contact arlingtonfilmfest@gmail.com.
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2023 AIFF Kick-Off
Monday, October 16, 7 PM | The Venue in Lexington, MA
1794 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420
http://lexingtonvenue.com/shows/documentary/brief-tender-light/202309132026006538
The Arlington Int’l Film Festival is thrilled to announce the
2023 AIFF KICK-OFF &
BOSTON PREMIERE of
BRIEF TENDER LIGHT by ARTHUR MUSAH
2023 | DOC | USA
Trailer: https://vimeo.com/856813123/2faca65081
BRIEF TENDER LIGHT documents the inspiring stories of four African students at MIT, who are determined to bring positive change to Nigeria, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. Over nearly a decade, the film intimately captures their challenges, growth, and dilemmas. As they pursue education and dreams on two continents, they must reconcile their teenage ideals with the realities they encounter about the world and themselves. The documentary showcases the quest for knowledge, cultural identity, and the profound impact of their choices on Africa and America.
Q&A w/filmmaker following the screening.
Suggested Donation at Door $12 | High School Students $9
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Volunteer Opportunities
Be a part of the festival Volunteer Team! Our Venue Operations Manager will utilize your skills and talents in the theater where you can share your love of the arts with the audience, filmmakers, and special guests.
Skilled in Social Media Promotion? We need you to promote individual films before and during the festival.
Transportation/Hospitality! What a great chance to meet and talk with a filmmaker! Can you do a run to Logan and back to Hilton Homewood Suites?
Photographers? Capture the moments on film.
WHAT IS REQUIRED? A desire to roll out the red carpet and welcome folks to their
AIFF experience.
EMAIL WITH YOUR AVAILABILITY And become part of the team! Aprilranck.AIFF@gmail.com
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Origin Stories: The Pequot War and Indigenous Enslavement in New England
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This portrait was long thought to be of Niantic leader Ninigret II, but recent scholarship identifies it as Robin Cassacinamon, an important Pequot leader. Native American Sachem, accession number 48.246, courtesy of RISD/public domain.
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You are invited to a lecture
given by the award-winning historian Margaret Newell as she reveals how New England slavery began with the Pequot War and the enslavement of Indigenous people. She will be joined by Joshua Carter, executive director of the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and Research Center and Michael Thomas, member of the board of the Mashantucket Pequot Museum and former chair of the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council.
Boston Public Library
REGISTRATION REQUIRED https://bpl.bibliocommons.com/events/64ee3430bb48a23300591b57
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We know how important
it is for young artists to build their portfolio as they prepare for a career in the arts.
Your vote can help the winning student along their path.
PLEASE VOTE!!!
13th annual Audience Choice
Poster Award
https://aiffest.org/#/postercontest/
#AIFFAudienceChoiceA
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AIFF Global Partner
Boston Palestine Film Festival
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Notes on Displacement
by Khaled Jarr
2022 | Doc Feature | 80 Min
Trailer:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gk1aIgpum6k&t=6s
Synopsis:The news is full of disturbing images of overcrowded boats and vast tent camps. But how much do we really know about what refugees are going through? Notes on Displacement takes a deep dive by following a single family on a grueling journey: destination Germany. Their fear, disorientation, and solidarity is palpable.
MASSART Design and Media Center
621 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA
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AIFF Global Partner
FENEACIES: Student Film Festival
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AIFF invites you to VOICES OF OUR YOUTH program on Saturday, Nov 4, 12 pm. A reception will be held following the student screenings. Come and meet Jorge Cancela, Director of the Student Film Festival in Montevideo, Uruguay. There will be opportunity for interesting conversation about Punta del Este, the Silicon Valley of Uruguay and more.
Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYR2aWm52yQ
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Vanessa Rule, together
with Mothers Out Front started this orgnization ten years ago in a
living room. It’s so exciting to think that a decade later, this movement
is 35,000 strong – powered by thousands of moms and
allies like you.
On October 21, I hope you will join us from your living room to celebrate a remarkable first decade and raise resources for the next one.
Saturday, Oct 21
10-11:30 am PT
1-2:30 pm ET
https://www.mothersoutfront.org/
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Sponsor of AIFF
Cambridge
Immigration Law
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"The team at Cambridge Immigration Law works together with our clients to achieve their immigration goals.
We offer empathy and transparency
throughout your immigration legal process so that you can focus on your professional, academic, family and personal goals.
While we serve clients nationwide and internationally, we also take great joy in our connection to the Cambridge community where we work, live, and raise our families.
It is our pleasure to work with clients
who are also our neighbors."
https://cambridgeimmigrationlaw.com
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November 2 to 5 | Capitol Theatre
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Cara Feinberg
Boston Filmmaker
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LockShop
Winner of Best Int'l Doc 2023
FENACIES, Montevideo, Uruguay
Indie Division
LockShop, an AIFF Official Selection in 2020 was submitted by AIFF as part of the Global Partnership we share with FENACIES, a festival in Montevideo, Uruguay
and its mission
to promote
Massachusetts Indie Filmmakers.
Join us for the AIFF KICK-OFF
October 16, 7pm
The Venue, Lexington, MA
for a screening of
LockShop!
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Sponsor of AIFF
Judy Weinberg
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You don't need to travel to Spain
to try out authentic tapas when you have Pintxo Pincho Tapas Bar.
A beautiful and intimate restaurant that's dimly lit with mosaic
Spanish-inspired decor right in downtown Woburn.
Come join us and try your favorite Tapa along with your favorite drink.
https://pintxopincho.com/
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Many thanks to the Massachusetts Cultural Council for their support of
The 2023 Arlington Int'l Film Festival
2023 COMMUNITY SPONSORS
13 Forest Gallery - 48th Hour Film Project, Boston - Acitron Restaurant - Arlington Community Media, Inc - Arlington Council On Aging - Arlington Jazz Festival - Arlington Commission for Arts & Culture (ACAC) - Avenue Appraisal Company - Bonnie Payne - Boston Rule Camera - Boston Palestine Film Festival - Brigham Square Apartments -Cara Feinberg, Filmmaker - Casa Esme - Cambridge Typewriter - Cambridge Immigration Law, P, C, in Cambridge - CINEFest Latino Film Festival David Lenoir, Real Estate Agent - David Sarkissian Armenian Filmmaker - virtual social platform Uk & US - FICIE, Elche Int'l Film Festival, Spain - FINACIES: Students Film festival, Montevideo, Uruguay - Fine Arts Theatre in Maynard - Global Peace Film Festival, Florida - Hanami Sushi Bar & Grill in Belmont - High Output - Homewood Suites in Arlington - Home Depot, Watertown - Irving House, Cambridge - Jose's Torta Mexicana - Jesus Soria, MMS, Short Film Distribution Agency in Spain - Judy Weinberg, Leading Edge Real Estate - Ken Field musician - Louise B. Popkin - Lesley Ellis School - KUMON, Arlington - Litter Kids Academy, Arlington - Mass Cultural Council - Mass College of Arts, Illustration Department -Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative - Mary Elmer - Menotomy Bar & Grill - Mike Oliver, Medford - Network for Social Justice in Winchester - Omar's World of Comics, Lexington - Pintxo Pincho Tapas Bar Restaurant in Woburn - PRALINE French Patisserie in Cambridge & Belmont - Peter Fuller Motors, Watertown - Rena Lusin Bitmez, Armenian filmmaker - Roma Fashion Film Festival, Rome, Italy - Ted Peluso - The Roasted Granola - Stop & Shop, Arlington - Saoirse Loftus-Reid Filmmakers - Social Equity Access Fund in Boston - STK International in UK - Taiwan Film Festival Boston - The Roasted Granola - Town Tavern, Arlington - The Real Italian Gusto in Medford - Trader Joe's, Arlington - Tryst Restaurant in Arlington - UMATV, Malden - Vinotta Italian Restaurant in Waltham - Watertown Savings Bank - Wed In Love, Madrid, Spain -Yourarlington.com - ZA Restaurant, Arlington
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