The International Academy of Film and Television (IAFT) held its fourth graduation ceremony this year this past Saturday, October 11, 2008.

Twelve graduates received their diplomas in filmmaking. The students of this class are from the Philippines, the Unites States, India and Holland: Maaike Wolterink, Anirban Sinha, Margael Ember Navarro, Olaf Martinus Robert Jacobson, Maria Cristina Casas, Brian Valdez, Willem Johan Bosma, Mark Christian Sarion, Andrea Nicole Pastrano, Craig Adrian Tuazon, Joseph Olav Laurel and Joel Gana.

The keynote speaker at the graduation ceremony was Richard Hearsey, an international filmmaker whose credits include game shows shot throughout the world such as “Family Feud” (Germany, Greece) and “The Price is Right” (Germany, Greece, France.) He is an experienced producer and director and will join IAFT for the next couple terms as a mentor.

Jeff Bacon, senior mentor at IAFT, said of this class, “the thesis films showcased [at the graduation ceremony] are a testament to the high quality of work produced by our students. Each student grew so much from when they started in all areas from story to cinematography to editing and sound design. We even had our first ever thesis film shot entirely on 16mm.”

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 innovative, socially responsible entertainment company, which provides quality content, products, services and training for the global marketplace. Founded in 2002, the company continues to finance and produce feature films, television series and reality shows that are distributed throughout the world, many of which receive recognition and awards at film festivals. With primary production facilities in Cebu, Philippines and a presence in Hong Kong and Los Angeles, Bigfoot is positioned to be a viable competitor in the international entertainment industry.

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