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The 8th edition of the Global Nonviolent Film Festival takes place September 19 – 29, 2019 on-line.

“We’re fighting world violence one film at a time!”
– Daria Trifu, Festival Co-Founder & Director

“In such turbulent times, it is refreshing to work with such an experienced film festival that focuses on the important issues we face today. Thank you for giving a platform to so many filmmakers not following the Hollywood hype and telling stories in alternative ways. We look forward to our continued collaboration in the future.” – Marco Orsini, executive producer of the music video and of the documentary “Dangerous Crossings” / “Dangerous Crossings: The Making of a Campaign” that were produced in cooperation with the United Nations’ High Commissioner for Refugees (UNCHR); awarded Best Music Video and Best Short Documentary, respectively, at the 2018 Festival.

“The Global Non-Violent FF is one of the world’s best on-line festivals as it is run by a passionate team whose communication is outstanding. They are one of the most organized and easy to cooperate with festivals and treat each film with the greatest respect, care and attention.” – Rebekah Smith, founder of The Film Festival Doctor.

“The Global Nonviolent Film Festival is unique in its choice of subject matter, showcasing films with positive messages. Because these themes are so thought-provoking, the Festival performs its important objective of spreading these messages around the world. It is fascinating, too, to see different ‘takes’ on similar subjects from the world’s film makers.” – Peter Williams, awarded Best Director in a Feature Documentary 2018 for “A Century of Coal”.

“Thank you for an amazing experience!! Your “worldwide” format for this festival gives great opportunity for film makers. An unforgettable time for sure!! Thank you again.” – Donald Miller, awarded Best Production in a Feature Film 2018 for “If I Could Run”.

“I am glad to be a winner at this amazing festival. Perfect communication, perfect organization experience.” – Mehmet Tığlı, awarded Best Screenplay in a Short Film 2018 for “A Ferry Tale”.

“We were very grateful for our experience with the Global Nonviolent Film Festival. We’re looking forward to showing future films here.” – Isaac Hertz, awarded Best Director in the Feature Documentary Category 2017 for “One Rock Three Religions”.

“We are honored to have had our feature documentary selected by Global Nonviolent Film Festival. It’s a venue that provides a wide selection of excellent international films for an online viewing experience. Global’s unique presentation will no doubt grow into a cinematic wave for film festivals in the future.” – Bo Boudart, awarded Best Documentary in the Feature Documentary Category 2017 for “Paying the Price for Peace: The Story of S. Brian Willson”.

“The festival was very precise and orderly! I am very happy for having participated in this event. Good wishes for this festival!” – Kazem Mollaie, awarded Best Feature Film 2017 for “Kupal”

Filmmakers from every corner of the globe are invited to submit their films, documentaries, docudramas (shorts, features, animation) and music videos to this vanguard on-line festival that showcases the best in nonviolent cinema.

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http://www.nonviolentfilmfestival.com
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Brasov Int’l Film Festival is Open for Submissions and Announces 2017 Dates

Hollywood, California — October 8, 2016 — Brasov Int’l Film Festival & Market, the most important and renowned nonviolent film festival in the world, opens for submissions to its 6th annual edition to be held 14 – 24 September 2017.

The Festival accepts features, documentaries, shorts and animation films.

The Submission deadline is August 11, 2017.

The Festival is being held exclusively on-line and on its Vimeo Channel where all films selected to participate are screened for the duration of the event at:

Filmmakers may submit their movies via:

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The Festival, founded by film director Bruno Pischiutta and producer Daria Trifu in 2012, showcases nonviolent films and demonstrates how those movies are not only capable of great international success, but are also in high demand by the public.

The Festival has been recognized by the IMDB and all the awards handed each year are listed there.

Visit the Festival’s IMDB profile.

Brasov International Film Festival & Market is owned and organized by Global Film Studio Inc.

CONTACT:
http://www.brasovfilmfestival.com
info@brasovfilmfestival.com
USA Tel: (1) 646-300-9232

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Brasov Int’l Film Festival Announces the 2016 Winner of the “MMBF Rising Star Award”

September 9, 2016 — The organizers of the Brasov International Film Festival & Market have announced this year’s winner of the MMBF Rising Star Award.

Actor Andrei Neamtu, the Winner of the 2016 “MMBF Rising Star Award”

The recipient of the award is seventeen years old emerging Romanian actor Andrei Neamtu who is a graduate of Bruno Pischiutta’s International Film Workshops and who has been cast to play an important role in Global Film Studio’s upcoming feature film entitled THE BAD JOKE. Last year, Neamtu was the “Image of the Festival” and he was featured on the official poster. He is exclusively represented by Brasov Talent Agency.

For the second time this year Brasov Int’l Film Festival has partnered with the MMBF (Matthew Martino Benevolent Fund). MMBF is a London, UK based international charity that supports filmmakers, actors and individuals studying or working in performing arts worldwide through training grants, scholarships and funding for first time filmmakers. Winners of the award get an award plaque, prize money (USD 250), opportunities to work on film sets as well as tickets to film festivals and film related events.

In 2015, the winner of the MMBF Award at Brasov Int’l Film Festival was actress Denisa Barvon.

After four years of successful annual editions, Brasov Int’l Film Festival, the most important and renown nonviolent film festival in the world has moved on-line exclusively. This year, the Festival showcases 21 nonviolent selected feature films, documentaries and shorts on its Vimeo On Demand Channel, between September 1 – 11: “Film Director Bruno Pischiutta and Producer Daria Trifu make film and internet history with their on-line Film Festival”

The Festival is live on its Vimeo Channel here:

http://www.vimeo.com/ondemand/BrasovFilmFestival

The lineup is featured in the 2016/2017 edition of Daria! magazine.

The Festival was founded by film director Bruno Pischiutta and producer Daria Trifu in 2012 to showcase nonviolent, main stream motion pictures and to show that those movies are not only capable of great international success but they are also in high demand by the public.

The Festival has been recognized by the IMDB and all the awards handed each year are listed. Visit the Festival’s IMDB profile.

Brasov International Film Festival & Market is owned and organized by Global Film Studio Inc.

CONTACT:
info@brasovfilmfestival.com

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Brasov Int’l Film Festival 2016 – Final Call for Entries!

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: July 29, 2016

Submit your film and documentary (short or feature) to Brasov International Film Festival before July 29’s final deadline. The Festival is held 1 – 11 September 2016.

This is the most important and renowned nonviolent film festival in the world and it is today, in its 5th edition, at the vanguard of festivals by showcasing its movies online on its Vimeo Channel.

Submit films via FilmFreeway

All submissions receive an “Official Selection” Laurel and, if chosen to be screened during the Festival, the film may also receive one of the following awards:

Awards & Prizes
– Best Feature Film
– Best Animation Film
– Best Documentary
– Best Short Film
– Best Film Out Of Competition

The following are awarded to feature films only
– Best Director
– Best Cinematography
– Best Lead Male Actor
– Best Lead Female Actor
– Best Screenplay
– Best Music Score
– Best Art Direction
– Best Costumes

The winners receive an Award Certificate and an original handmade trophy (valued at $600) that is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist.

The Festival was founded by film director Bruno Pischiutta and producer Daria Trifu in 2012 to showcase nonviolent, main stream motion pictures and to show that those movies are not only capable of great international success but they are also in high demand by the public.

The Festival has been recognized by the IMDB and all the awards handed each year are listed. Visit the Festival’s IMDB profile.

Brasov International Film Festival & Market is owned and organized by Global Film Studio Inc. since 2012.

CONTACT:

http://www.brasovfilmfestival.com
info@brasovfilmfestival.com
USA Tel: (001) 646-300-9232

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Brasov Film Festival 2015 – Day 9

The feature film WILDLIKE, a USA 2015 production written, directed and produced by Frank Green, was the eight film to screen In-Competition at the Brasov International Film Festival on Friday, September 11.

From the beautiful and enchanting state of Alaska comes this very delicate film about the sexual abuse of children. The performances of the leading stars, Bruce Greenwood (I Robot, Star Trek, Flight), Ella Purnell (she played the young Angelina Jolie in Disney’s Maleficent) and Brian Geraghty (The Hurt Locker, Flight) are very sober and dramatic.

14-year-old Mackenzie (Ella Purnell), a troubled but daring teenage girl, is sent by her struggling mother to live with her uncle (Brian Geraghty) in Juneau, Alaska. She runs away and an unlikely friendship with a loner backpacker (Bruce Greenwood) forms in the spectacular Alaska wilderness, giving a runaway girl hope and sanctuary in America’s last frontier.

Director’s statement:

“I have been very close to all facets of this story for some time. I delved into the landscape of Alaska and studied the trauma that girls and women endure from childhood sexual abuse.”

Producer and Festival Director Daria Trifu, film director and Festival’s Artistic Consultant Bruno Pischiutta and actress Denisa Barvon introduce the 8th film In-Competition from the USA, WILDLIKE.

EAST HAMPTON, NY – OCTOBER 10: (L-R) Diane Farr, Frank Hall Green, Ella Purnell, Bruce Greenwood and Nolan Gerard Funk attend the Wildlike premiere during the 2014 Hamptons International Film Festival on October 10, 2014 in East Hampton, New York. (Photo by Rob Kim/Getty Images for The Hamptons International Film Festival)

Actress Andreea Dumitru was also present at the Festival and she was interviewed by actress Denisa Barvon following the screening of WILDLIKE. Here she mentions the upcoming feature film she will play in entitled THE BAD JOKE directed by Bruno Pischiutta.

Brasov Film Festival 2015 – Day 8

The feature film DADDY, a USA 2015 production by Iranian director Mahmoud Shoolizadeh, was the seventh film to screen In-Competition at the Brasov International Film Festival on Thursday, September 10. The film was presented as a World Premiere.

DADDY is starring Ian Doherty and Alyssa Marchalletta.

When he (Ian Doherty) finds out that his girlfriend (Alyssa Marchalletta) is pregnant, a troubled teen changes his ways and tries passionately to prepare for fatherhood, but he has an extremely hard time to cope with the unexpected and shocking challenge he is facing.

This is a very well realized American feature film and it is exceptional because it has been produced with a zero dollars budget.

Producer and Festival Director Daria Trifu together with film director and Festival’s Artistic Consultant Bruno Pischiutta and actress Denisa Barvon introduce DADDY before its screening In-Competition at the Brasov Film Festival.

 

Brasov Film Festival 2015 – DAY 6

The fifth film In-Competition, from Iran, had its European premiere at the Brasov International Film Festival on Tuesday evening, September 8. The film was OBLIVION SEASON, directed and produced by Abbas Rafei and written by Ali Asghari. The movie is starring Sareh Bayat and Amin Zendeghani.

An ex-prostitute (Sareh Bayat) starts a new life by marrying her loved one (Amin Zendeghani) but leaving the shadow of her dark past is not as easy as it seemed before. Now she is the prisoner of her husband and in order to earn her freedom she should fight with the chauvinistic society of Iran.

Director’s view:

“I tried to show a woman behind bars and fences all over today’s Tehran, who is trying to overcome all the intolerance and traditional and religious dogmatism in her society in order to live and stay alive. A society which doesn’t wish to let her forget the past.”

 

Once again, following the success of the film at the Festival, filmmakers and guests have gathered at the restaurant Die Stube – the second location of the event.

Brasov Film Festival 2015 – DAY 5

The forth film In-Competition, an International Premiere from the USA, was screened on Monday evening, September 7. The film was OTHER PEOPLE’S CHILDREN, directed by Liz Hinlein and produced by Diane Marshall-Green, Liz Hinlein, Adrienne Harris and Edward Button. The director of photography is Edward Button who is also present at the Festival. The movie is starring Diane Marshall-Green and Chad Michael Murray.

This feature film gives us a view of the young filmmakers’ scene in Los Angeles as well as the life and issues of homeless kids.

Reeling from the death of her famous father, filmmaker Samantha Trassler (Diane Marshall-Green) falls down the rabbit hole of PK (Chad Michael Murray), a charismatic homeless man who becomes the subject of her latest documentary. She is at loose ends until PK gives her renewed purpose. Their affair, however, threatens to tear apart the fabric of both of their lives.

The Festival is proud to have presented this beautiful film that has been written, directed and produced by women. This year, Brasov International Film Festival is dedicated to the women of the world and their problems and challenges.

Following the success of the film at the Festival, filmmakers and guests have gathered at the restaurant Die Stube – the second location of the event – where actress Denisa Barvon has interviewed Edward Button about his experience working on OTHER PEOPLE’S CHILDREN.

Variety and International Media Report on THE GLOW OF THE FIREFLY’s Success Post Winning ‘Best Director’ at the Brasov International Film Festival

Brasov, Romania — October 14, 2014 — The international media everywhere report about the feature film THE GLOW OF THE FIREFLY that had it’s World Premiere and won the ‘Best Director’ award for Khalid Mahmood Mithu at the Brasov International Film Festival & Market last month and that went on to become Bangladesh’s entry in the Foreign Language Film category at the 87th Academy Awards.

• VARIETY:

Variety – Oscar Race: Bangladesh Selects ‘Firefly’ for Foreign-Language Contention

Yahoo Movies – Oscar Race: ‘Firefly’ for Foreign-Language Contention

• LATIN POST:

Oscar 2015 Predictions, Best Foreign Film

• YAHOO NEWS – MALAYSIA:

Asian films submitted for Oscars 2015

• RMN STARS MAGAZINE – INDIA:

Brasov Film Festival Film Goes for the Oscars

 

BRASOV INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL & MARKET 2015:

The 4th edition of the Annual Brasov International Film Festival & Market will be held September 2 – 16, 2015.

The Brasov International Film Festival & Market has opened submissions. The Festival welcomes submissions of feature-length, nonviolent films only.

About the Festival:

Brasov International Film Festival & Market is the most important and renowned nonviolent film festival in the world. It has been listed by the British Film Council in their ‘Festival Directory’. The Festival takes place in the beautiful resort city of Brasov located in the heart of Romania.

A total of eleven films are presented each year; of these, nine films are screened in-competition and two are screened out-of-competition on the opening and closing gala nights. Each film in-competition is awarded in one of the nine Official Awards categories.

More information about Brasov Film Festival: www.brasovfilmfestival.com

About Global Film Studio:

Global Film Studio Inc. has been federally incorporated in Canada. It is a financing, holding and film distribution company with a world spectrum. Global Film Studio is financing Brasov Film Center.

More information about Global Film Studio: www.globalfilmstudio.com

News about Global Film Studio: www.briffnews.wordpress.com

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Film Presented in World Premiere and Awarded at the Brasov International Film Festival 2014 Becomes Official Entry for the Oscars

• Festival winner becomes Academy Awards contender.

• Dates of the 2015 edition of the Festival are announced.

• Film submissions are now open.

Brasov, Romania — October 6, 2014 — The feature film THE GLOW OF THE FIREFLY that had it’s World Premiere and won the ‘Best Director’ award for Khalid Mahmood Mithu at the Brasov International Film Festival & Market this year has been selected as Bangladesh’s entry in the Foreign Language Film category at the 87th Academy Awards. The film was chosen by the members of the Oscars Selection Committee in Bangladesh following its success at the Festival in Brasov.

From the Romanian headquarters of Brasov Film Center s.r.l., the owner and organizer of the Brasov International Film Festival & Market, the company’s President and Festival Director Daria Trifu has sent a message of ‘Congratulations!’ to Khalid Mahmood Mithu who is currently in the United States of America where he has again been awarded ‘Best Director’ for THE GLOW OF THE FIREFLY at an international film festival in Hollywood.

Director Khalid Mahmood Mithu

“I knew that you will be happy for my success because your Festival was the 1st to discover and to figure out the movie. I was never thinking that I will be going to win a ‘Best Director’ award from your strong Festival in Brasov. It is a real surprise for me.”, wrote Khalid Mahmood Mithu to Daria Trifu.

Festival Director Daria Trifu, Bangladesh Film Producers Faridur Reza and Kona Reza and, far right, Actress Denisa Barvon.

The 4th edition of the Annual Brasov International Film Festival & Market will be held September 2 – 16, 2015.

The Brasov International Film Festival & Market has opened submissions. The Festival welcomes submissions of feature-length, nonviolent films only.

About the Festival:

Brasov International Film Festival & Market is the most important and renowned nonviolent film festival in the world. It has been listed by the British Film Council in their ‘Festival Directory’. The Festival takes place in the beautiful resort city of Brasov located in the heart of Romania.

A total of eleven films are presented each year; of these, nine films are screened in-competition and two are screened out-of-competition on the opening and closing gala nights. Each film in-competition is awarded in one of the nine Official Awards categories.

About Global Film Studio:

Global Film Studio Inc. has been federally incorporated in Canada. It is a financing, holding and film distribution company with a world spectrum. Global Film Studio is financing Brasov Film Center.

More information about Global Film Studio: www.globalfilmstudio.com

News about Global Film Studio: www.briffnews.wordpress.com