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March 26 - 28, 2010 Tempe, Arizona

Video2010 EventYouth BootcampWorkshops2010 FilmsTickets\DonateSponsorsAZBFS HistoryMedia\PressGetting AroundContact Usqwest_-_vzw_co_brandimg_0163img_0206img_0046img_9916dsc00344img_0094img_0158img_0080img_0061img_0045img_0100dsc00397img_0087_0001dsc00419dsc00414dsc00486img_0095VideoThere is still space available in the Youth Bootcamp. Sign up today!View more videos of guest interveiws and 2008 Event Highlights www.youtube.com/azblackfilm2010 Event

2010 Event

Schedule of Events

Friday, March 26, 2010Workshops, 9-5pmRed Carpet Reception, 5:30-7pmFilm Screenings, 7pm-MidnightMADCAP Theaters Tempe, Arizona Urban Youth Film Bootcamp, 8-4:30pmCollins College Satellite Campus Tempe, AZSaturday, March 27, 2010Film Screenings, 9-5pmVendor Fair, 9-4pmMADCAP Theaters Tempe, Arizona Awards Reception, 6-7pmAwards Ceremony, 7-9pm aloft Hotel Tempe, ArizonaSunday, March 28, 2010"Best of 2010" Film Screenings, 11-6pmMADCAP Theaters Tempe, Arizona The 8th Annual Arizona Black Film Showcase will run three days from Friday March 26, 2010 through Sunday, March 28, 2010. This year's Showcase is hosted in downtown Tempe, Arizona, at the Mill Avenue District Community Arts Project (MADCAP) Theaters. We will also host 200 valley high school students for the the 3rd Annual Urban Youth Film Bootcamp at Collins College in Tempe.

This year's event will present a fun-filled weekend of networking and learning through industry-related workshops, the screening of 40 short, feature & documentary films, an industry & community vendor fair, and culminating with a stellar evening of celebration and awards.Filmmakers, industry professionals, celebrities and lovers of film will travel from around the United States to take part in this remarkable event.Plan to join us as we celebrate another year of community partnership, education, industry collaboration, and fun. ! Buy your ticket here!Youth Bootcamp

Urban Youth Film Bootcamp

2010 marks the return of the Urban Youth Film Boot Camp. The Arizona Black Film Showcase will host our third annual “Urban Youth Film Boot Camp” program. This one of a kind, full day youth program will take 200 High School Students through the film making process from A-Z in a single day on March 26, 2010. The informative, engaging classes will be taught by local filmmakers, industry professionals from Los Angeles and Chicago as well as Instructors and Professors from Collins College Film Schools to give each student the hands-on experience needed to understood film production, in front of and behind the camera.If you know a high school student (16 years or older) interested in Writing, Directing, or Acting, please submit all completed documents no later than Wednesday, March 12, 2010.Presenters: Ashley Winston, Iris Huey, Tim Starks, and Terrence FlackUrban Youth Film Bootcamp, Friday, 8-4:30pm, Collins College 1140 South Priest, Tempe AZ 85281 (West of Priest Drive on 14th Street)ATTENTION STUDENTS: You must read, complete, sign and return the three (3) attached documents to confirm your seat at this event. DEADLINE: 3/12/2010.Thank you to our UYFB Sponsors, whose support provides this workshop FREE to our student attendees.ApplicationLiability WaiverPhoto ReleaseWorkshops

Workshops

What to expect...>> Attention Filmmakers: Learn more about Storyboarding and the use of Animation for your short films. More details to come. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Workshops are held at Madcap Theater on Friday, March 26, 2010, 9am-5pm. >> Attention Performers (Writers and Actors): Spoken word to stage & film. More details to come.Stay tuned for session times and presenters!!>> Attention Writers: Are you prepared to Pitch? More details to come.>> Attention Writers: Be prepared to review your screenplay with an Industry professional - More details to come.>> Make-up, Hair, Music and more...Stay-tuned! 2010 Films

2010 Film Screening Schedule

Competitive film submission for this year's competition is now CLOSED. For the 2010 film screening schedule, return to this page after Friday March 5, 2010.This 2010 event will expand beyond the city limits of Phoenix into Tempe, Arizona, a growing, thriving and youth filled city that serves as the perfect backdrop for the showcases expansion of films screenings that include local, national, and international filmmakers with submissions from Nigeria, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Australia and the Virgin Islands.2008 AZBFS WinnersFeatures: 1st Place – - "Something Is Killing Tate" by Leon Lozano Shorts: 1st Place – -"Hollywood Jerome" by Frey Hoffman Documentary: 1st Place –- "Second Chance Season" by Daniel ForerBrowse more 2008 Films and Filmmaker InterviewsThe 2010 Awards: Best Feature Film AwardBest Short Film AwardBest Documentary AwardBest Student Film AwardAZBFS Viewer's Choice AwardTickets\Donate

Ticket Purchase

AGE RESTRICTION: Due to the diverse nature of the films that are shown, all attendees to films must be 16+ years, or viewing in the company of an adult.Note: Through the continuous generosity of our sponsors and private donations, the Urban Youth Film Bootcamp can be attended by any high school student of 16+ years, free of charge. For more details, click on Youth Bootcamp.Full Access Pass is $60 to all AZBFS events, Friday thru Sunday.GROUP RATE: Buy 10 Full Access Passes for $400*! *must be purchased in one transaction.Saturday Only Pass is available for $25. *Covers all Saturday films and events.Saturday Half Day Film Pass grants you access to view 2010’ films for only $15 from 9am-1pm, or 1pm-5pm.Sunday’ Film Pass grants you access to view 2010’ best films from 11am-6pm for only $15.Tickets will be available at the door, but don’'t risk hearing about the full house, be in it! This event contiues to grow each year, don't miss out. Buy your tickets now!CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR TICKETSHelp us continue our educational and no cost Youth Programming. Make your charitable contribution, and donate today!Donate Now!Sponsors

Sponsors

2010 Presenting Sponsors:

Many thanks to our current and past Sponsors:Adcats AgencyAmerican ExpressArizona State Lottery Arizona State University Chase BankCollins College Leonard G. Knight Scholarship Fund Macy'sMEGA RadioPhoenix Convention CenterPhoenix Film Office SafewayTempe Convention and Visitors Bureau Tempe Improv The Leadership ConsortiumWells FargoTo learn more about becoming a 2010 AZBFS Event Sponsor, contact Maekela Delk, 2010 Event Chair, 440-237-4046 or email sponsorship_azblackfilm.comLocal Businesses and Filmmakers: If you are interested in participating in the AZBFS Vendor Fair on Saturday, March 27, 9am-4pm,or need more information, please email vendors_azblackfilm.com.AZBFS 2010 Sponsor InfoAZBFS History

About Us

MISSION STATEMENTAZBFS mission is to become the premier, national media arts event dedicated to supporting Black film professionals through educational and networking opportunities. We believe that "Black Film is American Film", and that Black Films have a significant impact on the broader film and television industry. The Arizona Black Film Showcase, (AZBFS), founded in 2001 by community leader and business professional, Joanna de'Shay, is a program of The Leadership Consortium (TLC) a 501(c)3 organization, whose mission is to identify, recruit, support and retain leaders of color. This annual, competitive film showcase is dedicated to supporting, celebrating and promoting the dynamic works of Black filmmakers locally and nationally. The Showcase solicits independent feature film entries created for under $1,000,000. Additionally, the Showcase provides Black directors, writers, producers, actors and other industry talent a forum to network and share in their cinematic experiences.The Arizona Black Film Showcase is a world-class event that brings world class talent such as Wayne Brady, Lynn Whitfield, Hill Harper, Bill Duke (A Rage In Harlem, Sister Act II), Lee Daniels (Precious, Shadowboxer, Monsters Ball, The Woodsman), Ehrich Van Lowe, of "The Cosby Show, Michael Stradford, vice president, Columbia Tri-Star DVD Divisions, and many more.Joanna de'Shay, Founder & 2008 Event ChairMaekela Delk, 2010 Event ChairDrisana Rose, 2010 Event Co-ChairYvette Martin, 2010 Event Co-ChairOscar Micheaux Winners: Special Guests:Pam Grier - 2008Lynn Whitfield - 2008Hill Harper - 2007James Earl Jones - 2006bill dukemario van peepleswayne bradyLee Danielsreginald hudlinlinara washingtonreginald dorseyterrence flacktim starksandrew p jonesMedia\Press

Media & Press Info.

AZBFS 2010 Media Partners:For more information on Media news and Event coverage, contact Suzanne Wilson, 2010 Marketing/Public Relations Chair, at media_azblackfilm.comCurrent Press Releases: AZBFS-Event UpdateFebruary 2010AZBFS Screen Shortsfor Haiti Relief - January 2010http://www.youtube.com/user/azblackfilm2008 Video Edit and Production compliments of:Getting Around

Getting Around

Opening Night ReceptionFilm Screenings & Workshops, Friday - SundayMADCAP Theaters Tempe, AZ310 S. Mill Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281Parking ***Due to Tempe Arts Festival Special Event Weekend, Event Parking is $10. Check www.tempefestivalofthearts.com for area parking and street closures.Urban Youth Film Bootcamp, Friday, 8-4:30pmCollins College1140 South Priest, Tempe AZ 85281 (West of Priest Drive on 14th Street)Filmmakers Lounge, Saturday, 11am-5pmLabocca Urban Pizzeria + Wine Barhttp://www.laboccapizzeria.com/7th Street & Mill AvenueAZBFS 2010 is in the heart of Tempe'’s Mill Avenue District. Restaurants, entertainment, and the buzz of this youthful and creative area are all in walking distance of our main event. We encourage use of the city’'s free local area buses, Orbit or FLASH, to travel between the host hotel and Madcap Theater. The Metro Light Rail or Orbit Park & Ride are easy access for local event attendees. See the links below for the stops near you.TransportationOrbit http://www.tempe.gov/tim/Bus/Orbit.htmFLASH http://www.tempe.gov/tim/Bus/FLASH.htmValley Metro Bushttp://www.tempe.gov/tim/Bus/FLASH.htmMetro Light Rail http://millavenue.com/transportation/railEvent Hotel & Closing Night Awards Ceremony, Saturday, 7pmAloft Hotel Tempe, AZContact UsMedia Contact:Suzanne Wilson2010 Marketing/Public Relations Chair media_azblackfilm.comSponsorships:Maekela Delk, 2010 Event Chair sponsorship_azblackfilm.comUrban Youth Film Boot Camp:Christian Johnson & Victor Barrow2010 Urban Youth Film Boot Camp Chairsyouthbootcamp_azblackfilm.com Film Crew/Technical Volunteering:Karen Sundt, 2010 Technical Film Crew Leadfilmcrew_azblackfilm.comVendor Fair Contact:Ruth Barrow & Terry Cato, 2010 Vendor Fair Leads vendors_azblackfilm.com

Arizona Black Film ShowcaseP.O. Box 63483 Phoenix, AZ 85082-3483(440) 237-4046General Information:info_azblackfilm.comVolunteering:Drisana Rose, 2010 Volunteer Coordinator volunteer_azblackfilm.comFilm Submissions:April Patterson & Candace Mayfield2010 Film Submission\Screening Chairs films_azblackfilm.comCopyright © Arizona Black Film Showcase - AZBFS. All rights reserved.Recent News on AZBFS: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn YouTubePage-1