FILM FESTIVAL

Art on the Square is pleased to announce the inaugural

FILM FESTIVAL OFFICIAL SCHEDULE

FILM FESTIVAL WINNERS

Athens State University, "Grand Jury Prize" $500 prize
"The Voices of Jericho: Stories of Jail Diversion"
(Social Documentary)
Directed by JoAnn Self
Memphis, Tennessee

Adult Division, Westside Jiffy Pharmacy, "Best Indie Short" $200 prize
"Collecting Chloe" (Drama/Thriller)
Directed by Brad Thompson
Athens, Alabama

Youth Division, J.R. Douthit "Excellence in Film" $200 prize
"The Legend of the Lost Gold" (Action Adventure)
Directed by Stahlie Calvin
Athens, Alabama

SPECIAL AWARDS

Art On The Square "Creative Vision Award"
Production Shoot with Cornerstone Entertainment
"The Key" (Mystery)
Directed by Matthew LaBathe
Athens, Alabama

Spirit of Athens, "Community Vision Award"
Production Shoot with Cornerstone Entertainment
"1 Small Detective" (Mystery/Comedy)
Directed by Joseph Kirby
Athens, Alabama

Special Distinction, Creativity
"The Protagonist" (Drama)
Produced by David Kilgo
Birmingham, Alabama

Special Distinction, Animation
"Elements of Time" (Experimental Animation)
Directed by David Montgomery
Fernandina Beach, Florida

Special Distinction Award, Impact
"Under One Roof" (Documentary)
Directed by Tyler Godsy and Chris Lee
Harvest, Alabama

Special Distinction Award, Story
"Wonder Water" (Drama)
Directed by Sam Tumminello
Huntsville, Alabama

Cornerstone Entertainment "Technical Excellence in Film"
"Collecting Chloe" (Drama/Thriller)
Directed by Brad Thompson
Athens, Alabama

Showcasing Local Independent Film

October 16: To kick things off, we are hosting a Premiere Party October 16 from 7:00 PM to 10:30 PM at the Club House Cafe 121 South Marion Street, Athens, AL. Come celebrate the launch of the first film festival in Athens.  Get a peak at some of the films, enjoy complimentary "Southern" cuisine favorites, and drinks.  It's a party, YA'LL! Presale tickets available now for $25. After October 1, tickets will be $35 or $60 for guest plus one.

October 17: Film Festival October 17 from Noon to 10:00 PM to be held at Athens State University, McCandless Hall 300 North Beaty Street, Athens, AL. Tickets are $8 for an all day pass and will be available at the door the day of the event.

PREMIER PARTY TICKETS

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!!
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Got questions?
Film submissions:
email Alissa Rose-Clark at alissarc@aots-athens.com
256-4 44-8156 or 256-777-5389

Premiere Party: 256-656-6588 or 256-278-6436