Congratulations to TV Production students, Marcello Messina, Dylan Escobar, and Mendy Ross who were nominated as official selections in the category of Horror/Sci-Fi/Fantasy at the All American High School Film Festival (AAHSFF) in NYC held from October 20 - 22, 2023. Their films were screened at the AMC Theater in Times Square. These students have excelled throughout their video production courses taught by Mr. Truett and are now part of the Morning Show crew.
Films:
- TEETH - Marcello Messina, Dylan Escobar - Horror/Sci-Fi/Fantasy
- WRINKLES - Mendy Ross -Horror/Sci-Fi/Fantasy
From left: Marcello Messina, Dylan Escobar, Chris Truett |
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From left: Chris Omar, Chris Truett, Marcello Messina
What is an AAHSFF Official Selection? Every year AAHSFF receives thousands of films submitted by student filmmakers from around the world. All of our Official Selections are the best of the best, and have been selected by our panel of industry judges. All Official Selections are eligible to be nominated for an award. All award nominees and winners are announced at the Teen Indie Awards at The Kings Theatre in Brooklyn, NY.
Thanks to the generosity of Tom Oliva, M-W community member, Co- Founder & Executive Director of AAHSFF, 30 MWHS art students also attended the festival on Sunday, October 22, with free all-day passes. Thank you, Mr. Oliva, for this wonderful opportunity for our students!
It was great to see Chris Omar, an MW Senior Art Major alum as well. In addition to his own work as a filmmaker, Chris has worked to produce and promote the AAHSFF. His company Co-Visuals is based in Newburgh, NY: https://www.co-visuals.com/
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