The 47th AAFF gets a strong dose of Don and his wonderfully warped world of animation on Friday, March 27th at 7pm at An Evening With Don Hertzfeldt. This program features his latest animated and crafted epic I am so proud of you, the follow-up to his acclaimed everything will be ok (which took award honors at the 45th AAFF).
Classics from the Hertzfeldt collection be will seen in their cinematic majesty on 35mm at the historic Michigan Theater, providing an opportunity to fully appreciate Hertzfeldt's craft and meticulous attention to detail. The program concludes with an on stage interview and audience Q & A.
"I am so proud of you" has its regional premiere at Opening Night of the 47th festival, March 24th.
Advance tickets are now on sale (and recommended) for both programs.
Following Hertzfeldt's program, the 47th AAFF explores The Animated Forest, with short frame by frame films in competition on Friday, March 27th at 9:30pm. This program features memorable animations that provide an eye-popping ride across a vast landscape of techniques, styles and storytelling.
For full program details, advance tickets and to start exploring this year's "new world of independent cinema", please visit: http://47.aafilmfest.org/
The 47th Ann Arbor Film Festival explores “the new world of independent cinema," taking place March 24 - 29th. With 33 film screenings, daily free events, educational opportunities and multiple world premieres, adventure-seeking audiences will have ample opportunities to experience the full realm of independent cinema.
This year's Opening Night Gala, Tuesday March 24th, takes place from 6 – 8pm in the Grand Foyer of the historic Michigan Theater. The festivities kick off with live music, open bar, and catering from local favorites. Following the director's opening remarks, some of this year's most memorable short films in competition will screen starting at 8:30pm.
Over 125 films in competition from 20 countries will compete for $20,000 in awards at the 47th Ann Arbor Film Festival. Covering all lengths and genres of independent and experimental film, this year's festival explores a handful of resonant themes, including: the frontline battle for Fair Use in RiP: A Remix Manifesto, existential dilemmas in the Unexplored Territories program, evolving definitions of home and identity with You Are Here, strong female voices rising above crisis in Terra Firma, and utopian goals gone awry in Beyond the New World.
Special presentations at the 47th AAFF include a live multimedia presentation by legendary culture-jammer Mark Hosler of Negativland, a double-retrospective tribute to the late Bruce Conner, one of the most influential filmmakers and artists of the 20th century, and the ever-surprising and animated Craig Baldwin joins us to present his film, “Mock Up On Mu.”
The founder of the AAFF, George Manupelli, is also making a special appearance this year. On Thursday, March 26th, he will give a free public lecture in the Michigan Theater with Penny W. Stamps series, followed by a screening of his avant-garde classic "Cry Dr. Chicago."
For full program details, advance tickets and to start exploring this year's "new world of independent cinema", please visit: http://47.aafilmfest.org/
Consider making the 47th AAFF a destination this year, whether you live down the road, across the country or overseas. We promise all the charms of a top university town, high value for your travel dollars and a memorable adventure through the wild, rewarding terrain of independent and experimental cinema.
Full festival passes are $95 for six-days of screenings, events, performances and parties. AAFF hotel rates range from $55 - $99 night. And you can even catch the free 24-hour public re-opening of the Univ. of Michigan's Museum of Art on March 28th.
This is going to be an AAFF year to remember and we invite you to join us.