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Suzuki Auto made a star appearance as the presenting sponsor of the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) opening night film “American Son,” featuring rising stars Nick Cannon, Melonie Diaz and Jay Hernandez. Suzuki’s sponsorship of the NYILFF, which runs from July 22 through 27, 2008 in New York City, is part of the carmaker’s ongoing effort to connect its brand and products with a wide range of Latinos — a segment that represents nearly 10 percent of Suzuki new vehicle sales.
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As part of the festival’s opening night activities, Suzuki presented its first ever “Way of Life!” Award to Latina star on the rise Melonie Diaz. The award recognizes Diaz as a flourishing young Latina actress that embodies the authentic, bold and dynamic qualities of Suzuki’s “Way of Life!” brand philosophy. Included with the award, the automaker presented a $2,500 cash donation on Diaz’s behalf to the Manhattan-based Latin American Theatre Ensemble/El Porton del Barrio (LATE), a not-for-profit theater group responsible for the development of dramatic and literary talent from within the Hispanic-American community of New York City.
“The Suzuki brand is about confidently exploring the world and discovering one’s ability to live life to the fullest, and we’re glad we’ve found a like-minded partner in the New York International Latino Film Festival,” said Gene Brown, vice president of marketing for American Suzuki Automotive Operations. “Just as Suzuki is dedicated to providing fun and exciting products that reflect our customers’ ‘Way of Life’ attitude, the festival shares a similar commitment to providing exhilarating and culturally relevant entertainment for film fans.”
“I feel honored Suzuki has recognized me with the ‘Way of Life!’ Award and is supporting the Latin American Theatre Ensemble,” said actress Melonie Diaz. “It’s exciting to see companies like Suzuki Auto support not only a great film festival, but also organizations that help aspiring Latino talent.”
The NYILFF is one of the leading film festivals that focuses on the urban Latino experience and presents the work of the hottest emerging filmmakers from the U.S. and Latin America. This year’s festival includes screenings throughout the day and evening, industry panel discussions, music showcases and an exclusive partnership with Australia’s Hola Mexico Film Festival, all tailored to reach the diverse and generational Latino audience. Visit www.nylatinofilm.com for a complete festival schedule.
About Suzuki
The Brea, Calif.-based Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corporation was founded in 1985 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and currently markets its vehicles in the United States through a network of approximately 500 automotive dealerships in 49 states. Based in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and outboard motor manufacturer with sales of more than two million new automobiles annually. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 193 countries and regions. For more information, visit www.media.suzukiauto.com.
About the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF)
Launched in 1999, the NYILFF is now the premier Urban Latino film event in the country. The NYILFF’s mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. Programming includes the flagship film festival in NYC, new music and art showcases, family and community events, scholarships for aspiring filmmakers, and a national short film competition in partnership with HBO. For more information, visit

Since its launch in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival has always had plenty to offer on a global scale - especially with the filmmakers coming from different Hispanic backgrounds here and abroad.

Despite these differences, all share one common goal: the desire to change perceptions about Latino culture through the art of film. “*

HBO and The New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) today announced the 5th annual open call for entry for the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. Jointly created in 2004, the competition seeks to foster films by Latino filmmakers and/or about the Latino experience.
One winner will be chosen from among applicants to receive $15,000 in funding from HBO to produce and direct a short film based on an original script entry. The completed short will be presented on screen this summer at the 2008 New York International Film Festival, July 22-27, and considered for broadcast on any of HBO’s programming services.
“For the past five years we have seen the enormous talent that the Latino film community has to offer,” said Lucinda Martinez-Desir, vice president, Market Development at HBO. “We look forward to reading more great stories from gifted filmmakers, and to spotlighting one special talent in partnership with the NYILFF.”
“Since its commencement, the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition has been one of our most successful opportunities for filmmakers,” said Calixto Chinchilla, founder and co-executive director, NYILFF. “It has introduced us to some of the most talented up-and-coming Latino writer/director, and enabled us to pair those emerging filmmakers with the award-winning creative team at HBO.”
The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is open to U.S. and international entrants 18 years and older. Only original scripts will be accepted and must be written in English by a person of Latino descent or focus on the Latino experience, and entrant must hold all rights to material. The screenplay cannot be more than twelve (12) pages long and final film cannot exceed a maximum running time of five (5) minutes. Submitted screenplay or work produced from it must not have had previous cable, broadcast or internet exhibition, won awards at any other festival or been previously submitted to the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition under its current or any former title.
Each entry must be accompanied by one (1) completed submission form, $10.00 fee, filmmaker bio and photo, a director’s reel or last film produced (DVD NTSC only), and one (1) executed HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition release form. There is no limit to the number of entries that can be submitted (see rules for more specifics). Entries must be postmarked by April 25, 2008 and mailed to HBO/NYILFF SHORT FILM COMPETITION, c/o The New York International Latino Film Festival, 419 Lafayette Street, 3rd Floor, New York, N.Y. 10003.
Applicants will be notified if their screenplay has been selected by May 19, 2008. For official rules, regulations and submission forms, log on to www.nylatinofilm.com/.
Last year, filmmaker Freddy Vargas received the $15,000 grant from HBO to produce and direct a short based on his original script “Hispaniola.” The film, an endearing story of two boys from different worlds — one Haitian, the other Dominican — who develop a strong bond through baseball, garnered praise at the NYILFF.
Home Box Office, Inc. is the premium television programming subsidiary of Time Warner Inc., providing two 24-hour pay television services — HBO and Cinemax — to over 40 million U.S. subscribers. The services offer the most popular subscription video on demand products, HBO On Demand and Cinemax On Demand, as well as HBO on Broadband, HD feeds, and multiplex channels. Internationally, HBO’s branded television networks, along with the subscription video on demand products HBO On Demand and HBO Mobile, bring HBO services to over 50 countries. HBO programming is sold into over 150 countries worldwide.
Launched in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) is now the premier Urban Latino film event in the country. The NYILFF’s mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. Programming includes the flagship film festival in NYC, new music and art showcases, family and community events, scholarships for aspiring filmmakers, and a nationally recognized short film competition in partnership with HBO. The NYILFF is the only film event to have had the endorsement of Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s NYC Latin Media and Entertainment Commission since its formation in 2003.
HBO is the presenting sponsor of the New York International Latino Film Festival. “

HBO and The New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) today announced the 5th annual open call for entry for the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. Jointly created in 2004, the competition seeks to foster films by Latino filmmakers and/or about the Latino experience.

One winner will be chosen from among applicants to receive $15,000 in funding from HBO to produce and direct a short film based on an original script entry. The completed short will be presented on screen this summer at the 2008 New York International Film Festival, July 22- 27, and considered for broadcast on any of HBO’s programming services.

“For the past five years we’ve seen the enormous talent that the Latino film community has to offer,” said Lucinda Martinez-Desir, vice president, Market Development at HBO. “We look forward to reading more great stories from gifted filmmakers, and to spotlighting one special talent in partnership with the NYILFF.”

“Since its commencement, the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition has been one of our most successful opportunities for filmmakers”, said Calixto Chinchilla, founder and co-executive director, NYILFF. “It has introduced us to some of the most talented up-and-coming Latino writer/director, and enabled us to pair those emerging filmmakers with the award-winning creative team at HBO.”

The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is open to U.S. and international entrants 18 years and older. Only original scripts will be accepted and must be written in English by a person of Latino descent or focus on the Latino experience, and entrant must hold all rights to material. The screenplay cannot be more than twelve (12) pages long and final film cannot exceed a maximum running time of five (5) minutes. Submitted screenplay or work produced from it must not have had previous cable, broadcast or internet exhibition, won awards at any other festival or been previously submitted to the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition under its current or any former title.

Each entry must be accompanied by one (1) completed submission form, $10.00 fee, filmmaker bio and photo, a director’s reel or last film produced (DVD NTSC only), and one (1) executed HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition release form. There is no limit to the number of entries that can be submitted (see rules for more specifics). Entries must be postmarked by April 25, 2008 and mailed to HBO/NYILFF SHORT FILM COMPETITION, c/o The New York International Latino Film Festival, 419 Lafayette Street, 3rd Floor, New York, N.Y. 10003.

Applicants will be notified if their screenplay has been selected by May 19, 2008. For official rules, regulations and submission forms, log on to www.nylatinofilm.com/.

Last year, filmmaker Freddy Vargas received the $15, 000 grant from HBO to produce and direct a short based on his original script “Hispaniola.” The film, an endearing story of two boys from different worlds – one Haitian, the other Dominican – who develop a strong bond through baseball, garnered praise at the NYILFF.

Home Box Office, Inc. is the premium television programming subsidiary of Time Warner Inc., providing two 24-hour pay television services – HBO and Cinemax – to over 40 million U.S. subscribers. The services offer the most popular subscription video on demand products, HBO On Demand and Cinemax On Demand, as well as HBO on Broadband, HD feeds, and multiplex channels. Internationally, HBO’s branded television networks, along with the subscription video on demand products HBO On Demand and HBO Mobile, bring HBO services to over 50 countries. HBO programming is sold into over 150 countries worldwide.

Launched in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) is now the premier Urban Latino film event in the country. The NYILFF’s mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. Programming includes the flagship film festival in NYC, new music and art showcases, family and community events, scholarships for aspiring filmmakers, and a nationally recognized short film competition in partnership with HBO. The NYILFF is the only film event to have had the endorsement of Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s NYC Latin Media and Entertainment Commission since its formation in 2003.

HBO is the presenting sponsor of the New York International Latino Film Festival.

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646.287.9566
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jeff.cusson@hbo.com

“Suzuki Auto, the proud maker of exciting vehicles that reflect consumers’ active lifestyles, today announced its official sponsorship of the 8th New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF), which runs from July 24 through 29, 2007 in New York City.

As the exclusive official vehicle sponsor for the festival, Suzuki Auto will present a special screening and after-party for the film “El Muerto,” produced by and starring Wilmer Valderrama. The auto company also will play a starring role during the NYILFF Family Day on Saturday, July 28, at Maribel Sisters School in Washington Heights. The free event will include family-friendly entertainment, flamenco dancing, outdoor games, arts and crafts workshops, and a unique opportunity to enjoy the ultimate mobile movie experience provided by Suzuki’s own Flix concept vehicle – an ultramodern XL7 SUV equipped with a digital projection system and a roof that opens to reveal a 40-inch movie screen that, for this occasion, will debut shorts produced by kids from the community-based media organization Manhattan Neighborhood Network.

The partnership marks Suzuki’s first foray into the Latino creative and film industry and further connects the company and its products with a wide-ranging consumer demographic of those who choose to live life instead of watch it go by.

“Suzuki is delighted to partner with the New York International Latino Film Festival, the largest urban Latino film event in the country,” said Gene Brown, vice president of marketing, Suzuki Auto. “Just as Suzuki is dedicated to providing fun and exciting products that reflect consumers’ Way of Life, the festival shares a similar commitment to providing exhilarating and culturally relevant entertainment for film fans.”

As part of its sponsorship, Suzuki Auto is also launching the nationwide animation contest, “¡Aní­mate! – La vida Suzuki,” featuring the Suzuki XL7, which will be announced at this year’s festival. Call for entries for the online contest will begin in September, coinciding with Hispanic Heritage Month, and will conclude with the winning animation featured at the 2008 NYILFF. Participants can visit www.suzukiauto.com/nyilff/ for more information.

“The New York International Latino Film Festival is thrilled to have Suzuki as its exclusive automotive partner for 2007 and 2008,” said NYILFF executive director, Elizabeth Gardner. “We are inspired by their commitment to supporting independent Latino filmmaking talent, especially in the animation category, which represents an exciting programming expansion for the NYILFF.”

NYILFF has emerged as one of leading film festivals focusing on the urban Latino experience, and showcasing the work of the hottest emerging filmmakers from the U.S. and Latin America. This year’s festival will include screenings throughout the day and evening, industry panel discussions, music showcases, special cultural events and the free-to-the-community NYILFF Family Day and Cinema under the Stars, all tailored to reach the diverse and generational Latino audience. Visit http://www.nylatinofilm.com for a complete schedule.

About American Suzuki
The Brea, Calif.-based Automotive Operations of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC) was founded in 1985 by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) and currently markets its vehicles in the United States through a network of more than 530 automotive dealerships in 49 states. Based in Hamamatsu, Japan, SMC is a diversified worldwide automobile, motorcycle and outboard motor manufacturer with sales of more than two million new vehicles annually. Founded in 1909 and incorporated in 1920, SMC has operations in 125 countries. For more information, visit http://www.media.suzukiauto.com.

About NYILFF
Launched in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) is the nation’s premier organization to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent from the U.S. and Latin America. Its mission is to support these filmmakers, offer expansive images of the Latino experience and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. NYILFF presents over seventy works in the categories of Feature Film (in Spanish and English) and Vanguard Cinema, which includes experimental works, documentaries, student works and short films. NYILFF Family Weekend is a weekend of films and indoor and outdoor activities the whole family can enjoy.”

“The 8th Annual New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) announces its Premieres line-up of the latest and best in U.S. Hispanic and Latin American cinema. The festival runs from July 24 - 29, 2007, and opens with TRADE, a raw and powerful film on international human trafficking, and closes with EL CANTANTE, a salsa music epic starring Marc Anthony as the legendary Hector Lavoe, and Jennifer Lopez as his wife. Other premiere films feature some of the most impressive talent in the industry, such as Wilmer Valderrama, Kate del Castillo, Eduardo Verástegui, Manny Perez and Victor Rasuk. Tickets are available June 25 through Ticketmaster, the Florence Gould Hall box office (55 E. 59th Street), and the festival’s website: www.NYLatinoFilm.com.

More than just a film festival, NYILFF showcases more than 80 U.S. and international feature films, documentaries, and shorts. Industry panels and special events such as Dominican Night, Cinema Under the Stars, NYILFF New Music Showcase, NYILFF Vanguard and NYILFF Family Day demonstrate the festival’s dedication to providing a wide milieu of culturally relevant programming. The six-day schedule of events highlights the full range of Latino culture, targeting different segments of the community.

“This year’s Latino filmmakers have pushed their talent to the next level. We’re excited not only to be back but to return with such a strong roster of films and events we hope everyone will enjoy. It’s going to be an exciting summer,” said NYILFF executive director Calixto Chinchilla. He added, “There is increasing recognition of Latino talent in filmmaking, from Oscar nominations to lead roles in popular television shows. The festival is proud to provide another forum to demonstrate the influence Latinos presently possess in scriptwriting, directing, and acting.”

NYILFF is proud to announce that HBO(R) will return as the presenting sponsor and co-creator of the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. “Over the years, the NYILFF has flourished into the premier gathering place for the best in Latino cinema,” said Lucinda Martinez-Desir, vice president, Market Development at HBO. “We’re extremely proud to continue to support them in helping to empower and inform the Latino creative community, especially in the development and promotion of new talent through the short film competition.”

Opening this year’s festival is the Roadside Attractions release TRADE, directed by Marco Kreuzpaintner and starring Kate Del Castillo, Kevin Kline, Cathleen Gati, Alicja Bachleda, Cesar Ramos and Paulina Gaitan. Spotlighting the increasing traffic of people across international borders, Trade focuses on a 13 year-old girl from Mexico City, Adriana (Gaitan) who is kidnapped by sex traffickers, setting into motion her 17 year-old brother Jorge’s desperate mission to save her.

The Picturehouse Release EL CANTANTE, directed by Leon Ichaso, starring Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, wraps up the festival as its Closing Night presentation, sponsored by mun2, the bilingual network for young Latinos. The highly anticipated film is the dramatic biography of Puerto Rican salsa pioneer Hector Lavoe. The film follows Lavoe’s (Anthony) passionate relationship with Puchi (Lopez) and his quick ascent to international fame. Lavoe’s fast rise is matched by his tragic fall, fueled by the salsa star’s struggle with drugs and his own personal demons.

This year’s exciting line-up of premieres also includes:
BELLA (A Metanoia Films Production) directed by Alejandro Gomez Monteverde and starring Eduardo Verástegui, Tammy Blanchard, Manny Perez, Jaime Tirelli, Ali Landry, and Ramon Rodriguez. Once a famous athlete and now a cook a his brother’s Mexican restaurant, José (Verástegui) confronts his own past and shows a young waitress (Blanchard) how the healing power of family can help her embrace the future. Bella is presented by Banco Popular.

EL MUERTO (An Echo Bridge Entertainment Release) directed by Brian Cox and starring Wilmer Valderrama, Angie Cepeda, Joel Moore, Maria Conchita Alonso, Tony Plana, Nathan Mussell and Alfonso Arau. Based on the popular comic book of Javier Hernandez, EL MUERTO follows Diego de la Muerte (Valderrama), a 21-year-old Latino-American living in East L.A., who is sent to the Land of the Dead after he is killed in a car crash. El Muerto is presented by SuzukiAuto.com.

ADRIFT IN MANHATTAN (A Hannibal Pictures Production) the third feature of writer/director Alfredo de Villa and starring Heather Graham, William Baldwin, Dominic Chianese, Marlene Forte, Victor Rasuk, and Erika Michels. The film follows three characters: an optometrist (Graham), pained by the devastating loss of her child; an elderly painter (Chianese), who is slowly losing his sight; and Simon (Rasuk), a teenager living under the thumb of his overbearing mother (Forte), as they struggle to overcome their isolation in a crowded city.

For a full roster of festival films, special activities, or to purchase tickets (available as of June 25), please visit the festival’s website at www.NYLatinoFilm.com, or call the NYILFF hotline at (212) 726.2358.

The 2007 NYILFF is presented by HBO, sponsored by Banco Popular, and made possible with the additional support of Official Sponsors HBO Latino, Heineken, SuzukiAuto.com, Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., American Airlines, Amsterdam Hospitality, Big Mama Productions, Daily News/VNY, Latinvox, Telemundo, Time Warner Cable of NY & NJ, Univision Radio/La Kalle and WNBC. The NYILFF is also proud to have The Coca-Cola Company, El Especial/El Especialito Newspapers, Getty Images, Mun2, nocheLatina.com, Quepasa.com and Verizon as Benefactor Sponsors. Special thanks to the Eastman Kodak Company, Avid Technology Inc. and BMI. NYILFF Family Day is presented by Cartoon Network.

About NYILFF
Launched in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) is now the premier urban Latino film event in the country. The NYILFF’s mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. Programming includes the flagship film festival in NYC, new music and art showcases, family and community events, scholarships for aspiring filmmakers, and a nationally recognized short film competition in partnership with HBO. The NYILFF is the only film event to have had the endorsement of Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s NYC Latin Media and Entertainment Commission since its formation in 2003. “

“HBO and The New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) today announced the 4th annual open call for entry for the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. The competition, created in 2004, seeks to foster films by Latino filmmakers and/or about the Latino experience.

One winner will be chosen from among applicants to receive $15,000 in funding from HBO to produce and direct a short film (on digital video) based on an original script entry. The completed short will be considered for exhibition this summer at the 2007 New York International Film Festival in July and on any of HBO’s programming services.

“There is no doubt that the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition has become a key festival event,” said Lucinda Martinez-Desir, vice president, Market Development at HBO. “With its growing diverse audience, coupled with its lively and celebratory atmosphere, the NYILFF provides a great opportunity for new filmmakers to showcase their work and garner recognition. We are excited to once again reward and foster a new talent in partnership with the festival.”

“Since its commencement, the HBO/NYILFF Short film competition has been one of our most successful opportunities for filmmakers,” said Calixto Chinchilla, founder and co-executive director, NYILFF. “It has introduced us to some of the most talented up-and-coming Latino writer/directors, and enabled us to pair those emerging filmmakers with the award-winning creative team at HBO.”

The HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition is open to U.S. and international entrants 18 years and older. Only original scripts will be accepted and must be written in English by a person of Latino descent or focus on the Latino experience, and entrant must hold all rights to material. The screenplay cannot be more than twelve (12) pages long and final film cannot exceed a maximum running time of five (5) minutes. Screenplay and work produced must not have had previous cable, television or internet exhibition, won awards at any other festival or been previously submitted to the HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition.

Each entry must be accompanied by two (2) completed submission forms, $10.00 fee, two (2) copies of screenplay, one (1) PDF of screenplay on CD-ROM, filmmaker bio and photo, director’s reel or last short film produced (DVD NTSC only), and one (1) executed HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition release form. There is no limit to the number of entries that can be submitted (see rules for more specifics). Entries must be postmarked by May 4, 2007 and mailed to HBO/NYILFF SHORT FILM COMPETITION, c/o The New York International Latino Film Festival, 419 Lafayette Street, 3rd Floor, New York, N.Y. 10003.

Last year, Hugo Perez received the $15,000 grant from HBO to produce and direct a short film based on his original script “Betty La Flaca,” a humorous take at a young Latina’s efforts to change her body image. His film won praise throughout the festival’s celebrations.

Home Box Office, Inc. is the premium television-programming subsidiary of Time Warner Inc., providing two 24-hour premium television services, HBO and Cinemax. Together, both networks reach approximately 40 million subscribers in the United States via cable and satellite delivery. Home Box Office’s international joint ventures bring HBO branded services to more than 50 countries around the globe.

Launched in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) is now the premier Urban Latino film event in the country. The NYILFF’s mission is to showcase the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent in the U.S. and Latin America, offer expansive images of the Latino experience, and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. Programming includes the flagship film festival in NYC, new music and art showcases, family and community events, scholarships for aspiring filmmakers, and a nationally recognized short film competition in partnership with HBO. The NYILFF is the only film event to have had the endorsement of Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s NYC Latin Media and Entertainment Commission since its formation in 2003.

HBO is the presenting sponsor of the New York International Latino Film Festival.

HBO/NYILFF”

“The NYILFF announces in its 8th year running its open call for film submissions.

Get Those Films Ready The New York International Latino Film Festival is Open for Submissions

Celebrating eight years of Latino cinematic excellence, the New York International Latino Film Festival NYILFF announces its open call for applicant entries for film submissions. The New York International Latino Film Festival is now looking for films of all genres for its 2007 film festival. The deadline is Saturday March 31, 2007.

NYILFF is committed to showcasing films and artists that offer expansive depictions of Latino culture to a cross-section of our diverse nationalities and communities. NYILFF screens films from North, Central and South America and the Caribbean made by, about and/or for the Latino community. Emerging beyond just a film festival and into a premiere marketplace for Latino film, the festival attracts over 20,000 attendees and industry executives from throughout the U.S.

NYILFF will consider films from North, Central and South America and the Caribbean made by, featuring, about and/or for the Latino community. They also will consider all forms: feature narrative, short films, documentary and experimental shorts. All projects must have been completed by no earlier than 2005. Projects in a language other English must have English subtitles. Films cannot have been broadcast television or Internet or distributed commercially in the U.S. prior to the festival. Exceptions are made for short films and documentaries. All genres are welcome.

Previous NYILFF premieres include:
Favela Rising, Quinceanera, Rikers High, Imagining Argentina, Girlfight, Raising Victor Vargas, Empire, Crazy/Beautiful, Nicotina, A Day Without a Mexican, Undefeated, Manito, Washington Heights, Rhythm of The Saints…to name a few.

More information and to download an application and regulation form please log on to the website: nylatinofilm.com

About NYILFF
Launched in 1999, the New York International Latino Film Festival NYILFF has quickly grown into the largest Urban Latino film event in the country. NYILFF showcases the works of the hottest emerging Latino filmmaking talent from the U.S. and Latin America. Its mission is to support these filmmakers, offer expansive images of the Latino experience and celebrate the diversity and spirit of the Latino community. NYILFF’s current annual programming line-up includes the flagship weeklong film festival in NYC, a touring arm, a new music showcase, special one-off screening events, a short film competition in partnership with HBO, and a high school scholarship program sponsored by Time Warner.”

“HBO and The New York International Latino Film Festival (NYILFF) today announced an open call for entry for the 3rd Annual HBO/NYILFF Short Film Competition. The competition is a partnership between the pay television network and festival to find and showcase a new Latino talent.

One winner will be chosen to receive $15,000 in funding from HBO to produce and direct a short film based on an original script entry. Winner will be given six weeks to complete the film, which will then make its premiere at the NYILFF’s opening night ceremony and presented before every 2006 NYILFF evening feature screening.”

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