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SAG-AFTRA Statement on the Death of Life Achievement Recipient James Earl Jones September 9, 2024 SAG-AFTRA mourns the passing of Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement honoree James Earl Jones, who died today at age 93. Jones’ distinctive deep, booming voice earned him a permanent place in American culture with roles such as Darth Vader in the Star Wars films, Mufasa in The Li...

MONSTERS AMONG US: It’s in Pre-Production. It’s Partially Filmed. It’s Seeking Investors. It’s Filmmakers Are on a Mission to Unleash the Monsters That Dwell Within Us All! – the WORD 2024, 5Ws & H Q&As, AsAmFilmLab Events, FILM LAB NEWS, Film News 2024, Films, Videos MONSTERS AMONG US: It’s in Pre-Production. It’s Partially Filmed. It’s Seeking Investors. It’s Filmmakers Are on a Mission to Unleash the Monsters That Dwell Within Us All! by Greggory W Morris • August ...

After a brutal ‘Bachelorette’ finale, fans say Jenn Tran’s brother was the only good guy onscreen

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/07/asia/older-medical-school-graduate-intl-hnk/index.html

This 70-year-old med student just graduated. He has this advice for others | CNN Everyone thought he was the professor. But the gray-haired older man was a freshman medical student — just like the rest of the class.

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/05/health/anti-racism-daily-practice-jennifer-harvey-wellness/index.html

Work that White people can do to create a just world | | CNN Making anti-racism into a habit takes an intentional strategy, says author Jennifer Harvey, who encourages finding doable practices and enlisting accountability buddies.

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/06/sport/china-japan-world-cup-qualifier-backlash-intl-hnk-spt/index.html

China v. Japan: Chinese soccer team face fan backlash after humiliating World Cup Qualifier loss to arch-rivals | CNN China’s men’s soccer team fell to a 7-0 loss to arch-rivals Japan on Thursday night, a startling new low for a soccer-obsessed nation where the game has been plagued by corruption scandals and ever-worsening performances.

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/06/health/breast-cancer-asian-american-pacifc-islander-women-kff-health-news/index.html

Breast cancer rises among Asian American and Pacific Islander women | CNN Christina Kashiwada was traveling for work during the summer of 2018 when she noticed a small, itchy lump in her left breast.

We are so thrilled to announce the one and only will be moderating our panel on Sept. 19! RSVP now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unfinished-works-screenplay-reading-and-workshop-series-tickets-954398059287

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/06/china/china-ends-foreign-adoptions-children-intl-hnk/index.html

China is ending foreign adoptions of its children. That leaves hundreds of American families in limbo | CNN China is ending most foreign adoptions of its children, leaving hundreds of American and other foreign families with pending applications in limbo.

We are so thrilled to announce the one and only Erin Quill will be moderating our panel on Sept. 19! RSVP now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/unfinished-works-screenplay-reading-and-workshop-series-tickets-954398059287

In the early 1900s, an influx of immigrants changed the workforce forever. A large part of this new workforce was made up of hard-working Asian families from around the globe. Tensions began to flare, and in September of 1907, violent raids and riots took place, harming and displacing Asian American immigrants. Many then fled the area and sought new lives in different parts of the country. Today, let’s remember our history so that we can strive to ensure that such injustices never occur again.

https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/05/world/new-maori-queen-anointed-intl-scli/index.html

New Maori Queen anointed following the death of her father | CNN A new Maori Queen was anointed Thursday, taking on the role at a time when New Zealand is facing some of the biggest challenges to race relations in two decades.

Cheng Pei-pei, Late Star of ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,’ ‘Come Drink With Me,’ to Be Honored at Golden Horse Film Awards Cheng Pei-pei, star of ‘Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon’ and ‘Come Drink With Me,’ who died in July, is to be honored at the Golden Horse Film Awards.

https://www.timeout.com/newyork/news/a-massive-free-korean-culture-festival-is-happening-in-nyc-next-week-083024

A massive free Korean culture festival is happening in NYC next week Korea Fest is one of the first-ever festivals focused on Korean culture.

https://youtu.be/D8Py16ZZr2M

20 Years of the 72 Hour Shootout Join the annual 72 Hour Shootout filmmaking competition and break some glass ceilings!The 72 Hour Shootout filmmaking competition (the “Shootout”) is an annu...

John Cho stars in a film about a universal fear: Protecting family as smart home devices get too smart

Read the latest on our production arm from Gregg W. Morris at featuring interviews with Jennifer Betit Yen, and : https://hunterword.com/index.php/feature-horror-movie-monsters-among-thats-in-pre-production-and-partially-filmed-is-seeking-investors/

MONSTERS AMONG US: It’s in Pre-Production. It’s Partially Filmed. It’s Seeking Investors. It’s Filmmakers Are on a Mission to Unleash the Monsters That Dwell Within Us All! – the WORD 2024, 5Ws & H Q&As, AsAmFilmLab Events, FILM LAB NEWS, Film News 2024, Films, Videos MONSTERS AMONG US: It’s in Pre-Production. It’s Partially Filmed. It’s Seeking Investors. It’s Filmmakers Are on a Mission to Unleash the Monsters That Dwell Within Us All! by Greggory W Morris • August .....

https://www.cnn.com/2024/08/28/sport/vinicius-jr-racism-real-madrid-spain-spt-intl/index.html

Vinícius Jr. tells CNN that he and Real Madrid teammates would walk off the pitch in reaction to racist abuse | CNN Real Madrid star Vinícius Jr. has told CNN that he and his teammates will walk off the pitch if the racist abuse he’s suffered in recent years continues this season.

‘The frilly, coquettish look — which was custom created by designer Yoon Ahn for Nike — is perhaps a kind of subversive armor for the Japanese star.

Since withdrawing from both the French Open and Wimbledon in 2021, and exiting the US Open at Round 3, the four-time Grand Slam singles champion has taken extended breaks from competitive tennis, prioritizing her mental health and then becoming a mother.’

Look of the Week: Naomi Osaka’s subversive US Open walk-on look reclaims girl power | CNN For her highly-anticipated return to the US Open today, Naomi Osaka is hoping to evoke a touch of magic. The 26-year-old tennis player has revealed one of the competition looks she will wear onto the court — and it might surprise you.

Congrats to our winners of the 2024 72 Hour Shootout: Practical Dreamer! Haven't seen the winning films! Catch them anytime from anywhere on the CineVision AAIFF VOD! Starting in the fall, the top 50 films will air on cable on and the top 100 will roll out on our online channel at YouTube.com/AsAmFilmLab!

AAFL TV Launched under the direction of Jennifer Betit Yen by the Film Lab, a 501(c)(3) non profit dedicated to the promotion and support of gender and ethnic parity in film and television, AAFL TV creates and promotes bold, diverse, original entertainment content. The goal of the Production Arm is to creat...

🎬 Big News! The Winners of Film Lab's 20th Annual 72 Hour Shootout Are Here! 🎬

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding filmmakers who triumphed in this year's 72 Hour Shootout! 🏆✨
Read on to learn who won: https://www.prlog.org/13031976.html
📽️ Best Film
🎬 Best Director
✍️ Best Screenplay
🎥 Best Cinematography
💡 Best Editing

👏 Congratulations to all the winners and participants for showcasing such incredible talent and creativity under pressure. Your dedication and hard work have truly shined through!

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and behind-the-scenes content from Film Lab. Let's keep the spirit of independent filmmaking alive and thriving! 🌟

TODAY!!!!!! The top ten premiere!!!!!!!!
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