On Friday, June 27th, the International Academy of Film and Television (IAFT) hosted an open casting/film and music festival at Club Nuvo. In an effort to introduce local talent to acting opportunities in student films, IAFT provided a relaxed atmosphere where the two groups could mingle while enjoying screenings of student films and local band performances.

Artistic talent is not lacking in Cebu, however, uniting these often isolated groups can be a challenge. IAFT attempted to bridge this gap by holding a music and film festival that also served as an open casting call.   As actors entered the event they were asked to leave their contact information and introduce themselves on video.   This video will be accessible to students who are casting their films.

The evening's entertainment included student film screenings and music performances. The short films were chosen by the school's mentors and showed some of the impressive work that students have produced over the last several years. Among the films shown were “Wish,” a high-energy, heartwarming story about a deaf break-dancer; “Crash Course,” a comedy about a mismatched cop duo; and “Dead Mail.” a drama about the consequences of infidelity.   Zarah Smith, Lui and the Band and Dysfunction provided the live music for the evening.   In addition to the entertainment, IAFT merchandise was raffled off as well as a free workshop at the school.

For more information about casting opportunities at IAFT, contact Jeff Irvin at jeff.irvin@bigfoot.com.ph or call 493-8889 x5238.

About The International Academy of Film and Television

The International Academy of Film and Television (IAFT) offers courses that combine theory and application under the expert auspices of leading Hollywood filmmakers serving as faculty mentors. Located in the heart of Asia on Mactan Island, Cebu, Philippines, this tropical waterfront campus houses state-of-the-art facilities for filming and post production. IAFT extends a comprehensive, hands-on approach to making films and videos using the latest in equipment and technology. Courses are designed for aspiring filmmakers as well as industry professionals looking to advance their skill sets.

IAFT presents a unique internship program that allows selected students to work on feature films and television productions with Bigfoot Entertainment. Our curriculum serves to nurture the creativity and individual talents of each student, cultivating the next generation of filmmakers, and continuing the entertainment traditions of Hollywood and other film capitals of the world.

The International Academy of Film and Television - Asia's Premier Film School. For more information, visit www.filmschool.ph

About Bigfoot Entertainment

Bigfoot Entertainment is an international production and film financing company based in Hong Kong and Los Angeles. Bigfoot's premier studio location is in Cebu/Philippines where the company invested an excess of one billion PHP into BIGFOOT STUDIOS, a state-of-the-art production facility with equipment comparable to leading film studios in Los Angeles such as 35mm cameras, HD cameras, Moviebird cranes, Panther dolly, and the RED camera.

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