Student Films Showcased Friday at AMU Film Festival

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Published on Wednesday, 01 April 2009 18:40

It will be Opening Night for a number of budding filmmakers Friday at the 3rd annual AMU Film Festival in the Student Union ballroom.

Organizer Michael Suchomski, whose household the Brotherhood of Divine Love sponsors the festival, says he expects films in a variety of genres. "There will probably be a number of comedies," he said, adding that popular prize-winning entries in previous years have included spoofs of the television shows 24 and The Office, and a film called The Fall of Man about how technology can rule lives.

All films are produced by students, and the festival is run entirely by students. Films must be a maximum of 20 minutes long and content must be "appropriate," Mr. Suchomski, an AMU sophomore, said.

Prizes are awarded, with a grand prize of $300 for the best film, $150 for the winner of the "People's Choice" award and $50 for the winner of the Bob Hope Award for best comedy.

All are welcome to attend. The event starts at 8 p.m. and tickets will be sold at the door. Admission is $5 for the general public and $2 for students. Popcorn and other refreshments will be available.