Jason Sandford
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The Asheville Cinema Festival hits Asheville Nov. 3-6. The event, run by Tom and Sandi Anton of Asheville, replaces the former city-run Asheville Film Festival.
Here’s a look at a few of the movies lined up so far:
BELIEVE YOU ME
Narrative Feature
Scott Honea produced and starred in the “The Oregonian” which played at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival, and it looks like he’s on his way back to Sundance with his writer/director debut “Believe You Me”. ACF 2011 will be the World Premier of this story about a small-town photographer who volunteers at a suicide hotline after experiencing a tragic family crisis. Don’t be surprised if you hear a lot about this dramatic comedy in the year to come.
GROW!
Documentary
Filmed on 12 farms throughout Georgia, “GROW!” takes a look at a new generation of sustainable farmers through the eyes, hearts and minds of twenty independent young growers. This is an extremely important and relevant film for many people throughout WNC. It creates a new perspective on farming for those just starting, those nearing retirement, and those with land they don’t have a use for.
WAITING FOR YESTERDAY
Foreign Animated Short
It took a lot of work for writer/director/animator Patrick Junghans to complete this poignant animated film, and the end result proves it was definitely worth it. Through unique, expressive animation this story of a depressed man struggling with the haunting memories of his deceased wife leaves a deep impression long after it ends.
MEN OF PERSUASION
WNC Narrative Short
This rich dark comedy from writer/producer Jaime Parker and director Paul Schattel is a great example of the filmmaking and acting talent right here in WNC. A distressed woman ready to end it all. Two specialists with the skills to handle the situation. Should just be another day on the job… unless they let their personal issues get in the way.
It took a lot of work for writer/director/animator Patrick Junghans to complete this poignant animated film, and the end result proves it was definitely worth it. Through unique, expressive animation this story of a depressed man struggling with the haunting memories of his deceased wife leaves a deep impression long after it ends.
