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    PRESS RELEASE
    Arpa Foundation for Film Music and Art (AFFMA)
    2919 Maxwell Street, Los Angeles, CA 90027
    www.affma.org
    Contact: Beve Regas / Kalista PR
    (818) 566-9769 / [email protected]



    IN THIS NEWSLETTER
    - #CALL FOR FILMS 1. CALL FOR FILMS - Submit your film today!

    - #FREE SCREENING 2. - #FREE SCREENING REMINDER - FREE SCREENING
    SATURDAY, JUNE 18 - 2:00 PM
    Dance Camera West presents THE LAST TIGHTROPE DANCER IN ARMENIA

    3. MESSAGE FROM FOUNDER

    4. CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

    CALL FOR FILMS!

    14th Annual Film Festival
    September 22 - 24
    Egyptian Theatre, Hollywood

    Arpa is now accepting films! All filmmakers are encouraged to -
    http://cts.vresp.com/c/?ArpaFoundationforFil/11efbbcdd7/6c5fab4db7/cd1686b268 apply. -
    http://cts.vresp.com/c/?ArpaFoundationforFil/11efbbcdd7/6c5fab4db7/8551c7066a

    AFFMA seeks films that cultivate global empathy and cultural
    understanding, creating a dynamic forum for international cinema with
    a special focus on the work of filmmakers who explore the issues of
    Diaspora, exile and multi-culturalism. A strong emphasis is placed on
    ideals of independent thought, artistic vision, cultural diversity
    and social understanding.

    Submissions can be made in the following categories:

    Feature Film Short Film Documentary
    Animation Music Video AFFMA presents the
    AT&T/Arpa International Film Festival Award for
    Environmental Conservation & Stewardship.

    Films addressing green initiatives and environmental awareness can be
    submitted to Arpa International Film Festival
    for this competition. Click here to submit! -
    http://cts.vresp.com/c/?ArpaFoundationforFil/11efbbcdd7/6c5fab4db7/112b61382a

    FREE SCREENING AT HAMMER MUSEUM 2p.m., JUNE 18, 2011
    AFFMA proudly supports our friends at Dance Camera West Dance Media
    Film Festival -
    http://cts.vresp.com/c/?ArpaFoundationforFil/11efbbcdd7/6c5fab4db7/a0cf07ba5e who will screen a stunning documentary, "The Last Tightrope Dancer
    in Armenia," on June 18, 2011 at the Hammer Museum in Westwood, Los
    Angeles.

    Two of Armenia's most celebrated tightrope dancers, both in their
    late '70s, search for an apprentice to take over this ancient art
    form, or face having it lost forever. Winner of the Grand Prix of
    the 19th International Festival of Ethnological Films, along with a
    dozen awards for Best Documentary and Special Jury Awards throughout
    Europe. [Dir. Inna Sahakyan and Arman Yeritsyan, 2009 Armenia 72']

    "The Last Tightrope Dancer" will be introduced by AFFMA and screen at
    the Hammer on June 18th at 2pm.

    Hammer Museum (Billy Wilder Theater)
    10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
    www.hammer.ucla.edu -
    http://cts.vresp.com/c/?ArpaFoundationforFil/11efbbcdd7/6c5fab4db7/15769c87dd

    All festival events are FREE and open to the public. First-come
    first-
    serve seating. Guaranteed seating through special DCW Membership Pass
    is highly recommended. For more information, please click here. -
    http://cts.vresp.com/c/?ArpaFoundationforFil/11efbbcdd7/6c5fab4db7/832d1efefd

    MESSAGE FROM THE FOUNDER

    Dear AFFMA Friends,

    With great joy I extend a warm welcome to Councilman Paul Krekorian,
    esq., Eileen Keusseyan, esq., filmmaker Eric Nazarian, and Angelo
    Ghailian, businessman, who have joined the AFFMA Board of Directors
    this year. They join returning members Zaven Khachaturian, Sonia
    Keshishian Rubik Babaians, and Maral Kazazian. Welcome to our new
    Board of Directors and thank you for choosing to join AFFMA, an
    organization that crosses the cultural divide by supporting artists
    from all over the world.

    Sincerely,
    Sylvia Minassian
    AFFMA Founder and Boardmember

    CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

    AFFMA, a volunteer-driven non-profit organization, is currently
    seeking dedicated volunteers interested in film and event production.
    All may apply. AFFMA offers internships and training in all aspects
    of the entertainment industry including programming, marketing,
    casting, publicity, production, web design, member outreach,
    sponsorship and more! Experience in non-profit management a plus.
    5-10 hours a week. Interested parties please contact [email protected] -
    [email protected]?subject=Volunteer Inquiry .

    For AFFMA submission or sponsorship information, please contact
    [email protected] .


    From: Baghdasarian
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