[Fredslist] REVIEW:GOTHAM FILM FEST 2015

[Gideon Schein]

Thanks Odey!
On Nov 10, 2015 1:50 PM, "Odey Raviv via Fredslist" <
fredslist at gothamnetworking.com> wrote:

> The Gotham Film Festival celebrated its Fifth Anniversary with style.  The
> films were certainly the best yet.  The night
> featured a film by an accomplished teen and a star turn by a venerable
> star of stage, television, and screen.
> Many of the night's films had messages of social awareness, community
> activism, gun control and inspiration.  There were laughs,
> tears, guns, escapes, knives, a graphic bathtub scene, and even a surprise
> explosion.
>
> Our new category of Business short featured a variety of clever
> advertising artistry.  The winner was  Gotham Member Mike Liebensohn's
> Ambrosi Cutlery.
> He involved us in the world of restaurant knives.  Cleverly shot in
> kitchens and a cutlery factory, Mike was able to engage us
> by interviewing the master knife cutter Robert Ambrosi.  How could anyone
> go anywhere else to keep their knives sharp.
>
> In our Documentary Category, Gotham's own Cayce Crown won the coveted
> prize for her film, Volunteer Experience.  Cayce was able to get behind the
> scenes of the
> Human Rights Campaign Gala at the Waldorf Astoria.  Expertly filmed and
> cutting from the beauty of the Waldorf to the heartfelt comments of
> volunteer participants, Cayce enabled viewers to focus on
> how much the experience meant to the passionate youthful attendees.  It
> was certainly a tribute to the wonderful dividends volunteers receive from
> their often unrecognized
> efforts.  The short Doc, The Man in the Red Bandana by Gotham's Jefferson
> Crowther is an incredible look at his son, Welles' heroism on 9/11.  If
> you do not know the story, check it out
> on Youtube.
>
> Our Express (under 5 mIns) Narrative Film Category was filled
> with creative fare.  The beautifully shot and edited The Lollilop by our
> teen filmmaker, Talia Zinder, won the
> Audience Award.  The film's joyful take on a world with and without color
> expressed the teen years perfectly.  The Judges chose BMW Spoof by Alex
> Vachon as
> their winner.  Alex took us on an incredible ride filled with wonder,
> anxiety, smiles, and surprises.  His twist on the typical car commercial
> must be seen to be appreciated.
> Spoiler alert, the explosion at the end had the audience in an uproar of
> laughter.
>
> Our Local (under 30 mins) Narrative Film Category was a strong category,
> too.  Films dealing with depression, isolation, homelessness, and
> racial/religious intolerance
> were beautifully done.  Our Winner- The Escape, by Alex Forstenhausler,
> faced the issue of aging and nursing homes in a fanciful and well crafted
> way.  Alex was fortunate
> to have Len Cariou, the star of Sweeney Todd, Bluebloods and many other
> projects, anchor his piece. Set in a nursing home and featuring an adorable
> child actor,
> Alex set the stage for a moving journey of an elderly man anxious to
> return to a world of joy and love.  Mr. Cariou brought the house down as he
> talked about his experience
> making the film in our post film Q and A  session.  An unforgettable,
> uncensored true Friars Club experience.
>
> The $500 and $250 prizes were distributed followed with short speeches and
> thank yous.  Please spread the word to any filmmakers about the incredible
> opportunity to show a film at the Gotham Film Festival
> at the world famous Friars Club.  We hope to see many of you here next
> year with your friends and family.  Put it on your calendar and don't miss
> it.  You will be astounded by the quality and creativity
> of the films that we are showing.
>
> Congratulations to all our filmmakers, judges,sponsors, committee members,
> and a special thanks to Steven Skyles-Mulligan, Fred Klein, and Norm Spizz
> for making the evening run beautifully.
>
> *Odey Raviv, Ph.D.*
> Educational Therapist and Learning Specialist
> Attention, Organization, and Motivation
> Coach and Tutor-SAT & ACT Prep
> Offices in Glen Cove and Manhattan
> 516-732-1617
> OdeyRaviv at aol.com
>
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