Opening night at AFI DALLAS is gearing up to be a must-attend event of the season, as festival organizers get down to the nitty-gritty to ensure the evening's festivities go off without a hitch.
In addition to the red carpet premiere of Rian Johnson's "Brothers Bloom", a handful of high-profile directors and actors will be in town to catch screenings of their landmark films being spotlighted by AFI Dallas commencing March 26th thru April 2nd.
When the glittering gala kicks off on the eve of March 26th at AMC Northpark - actors Louis Gosset Jr. and Adrien Brody - in addition to Directors Robert Town, Rian Johnson, Christopher Wong, Nicole Terre, and Aaron Marshall - are expected to trot down the carpet to the delight of filmgoers currently snapping up tickets.
"The Brothers Bloom" (Rian Johnson) is a fun romp about two of the best con men in the world who swindle millionaires in a haze of complex scenarios that make the head spin," according to the producers.In one last job - in what amounts to a swan song - an eccentric heiress finds herself swept up in a romantic adventure that traverses the globe.
Actually, AFI Dallas is going to be like old-home week, to me.
Recently, I attended a mini-fest that Rian Johnson held at the New Beverly Cinema Hollywood.
During the Q & A, Johnson offered up a fascinating peak into the intriguing world of trickery and magic which was the inspiration for "The Brothers Bloom".
Post: 03/10/2009
Recently, I attended a mini-fest that Rian Johnson held at the New Beverly Cinema Hollywood.
During the Q & A, Johnson offered up a fascinating peak into the intriguing world of trickery and magic which was the inspiration for "The Brothers Bloom".
Post: 03/10/2009
In addition to Johnson, Peter Bogdanovich will be honored at the prestigious Festival with the AFI Dallas Star Award in recognition of his outstanding achievements in cinema.
Just a few weeks ago, I also attended screenings of two of Bogdanovich's films - which he hosted locally - and was able to pen an informative article on his insightful thoughts on directing, industry professionals he's worked with, and other delightful musings on life.
Post: o1/24/2009
http://ijulian.blogspot.com/2009/01/peter-bogdanovichcher-pain-in-says-mask.html
Post: o1/24/2009
http://ijulian.blogspot.com/2009/01/peter-bogdanovichcher-pain-in-says-mask.html
The presentation will be made during a special Texas Day celebration of film that will honor the rich history of movies in the Lone Star State.
The legendary director will be presented with the award by Texas Governor Rick Perry.
I'll be front-row-and-center at the ceremony applauding the film genius wholeheartedly.
I also managed to have a word or two with James Toback a couple of months ago about much-anticipated documentary "TYSON".
On that occasion, he amused the rapt audience with a lot of scuttlebutt about Tyson, the making of the documentary, and his thoughts on the man.
Post: 07/28/2008
The legendary director will be presented with the award by Texas Governor Rick Perry.
I'll be front-row-and-center at the ceremony applauding the film genius wholeheartedly.
I also managed to have a word or two with James Toback a couple of months ago about much-anticipated documentary "TYSON".
On that occasion, he amused the rapt audience with a lot of scuttlebutt about Tyson, the making of the documentary, and his thoughts on the man.
Post: 07/28/2008
http://ijulian.blogspot.com/2008/07/natassia-kinskiattends-screening-of.html
AFI Dallas will also be hosting a screening of TYSON on Thursday, April 2 (2009) at AMC NorthPark 15, which I plan to attend.
Tobak will be on hand in at a Q & A afterwards.
Thereafter, there will undoubtedly be a post and/or review of "Tyson", so stay in touch with this site.
This year, there will be a special tribute to the films shot in Texas.
And, it's going to be a big "to do".
"AFI DALLAS is proud to join forces with AT&T and Governor Rick Perry to throw the spotlight on the many film classics that were filmed in this state and the many wonderful film artists who call Texas home," an AFI spokesperson noted for the record.
For example, "The Last Picture Show" (which the festival organizers feel is a quintessential Texas Film) will be screened at the Texas Film Day Celebration at the tail end of the AFI Dallas event.
The Texas Day Film celebration is basically a capstone to the 2009 Festival, which will essentially promote and bring awareness to filmmaking in the great state of Texas.
The high-profile event kicks off with a lluncheon and panel discussion at the AFI DALLAS Festival Lounge in Victory Park and will be sponsored by Women in Film Dallas and the Dallas Producers Association.
Governor Rick Perry and other VIPs will put in much-ballyhooed appearances later at a cocktail reception AFI DALLAS at The House in Victory Park sponsored by the Irving Convention & Visitors Bureau, The Studios at Las Colinas and the Texas Association of Film Commissions.
The paparazzi will probably turn out in droves for the red carpet arrivals at AT&T Plaza.
After Governor Perry makes a formal declaration about Texas Film Day, he'll summarily present the AFI DALLAS Star Award to Peter Bogdanovich in recognition of his extraordinary
contributions to modern cinema.
A screening of "Great Texas Moments in Film" on super-sized-screens in AT&T Plaza crown the ceremony.
The evening will be topped off with a star-studded gala and celebration Neiman Marcus.
All Texas Day events at Victory Plaza will be free and open to the public to participate and enjoy.
Whew, I'm going to be in a real tizzy, if I don't get organized tonight!
Later!
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