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"A true celebration of storytelling innovation, the 16th New Media Film Festival has set the gold standard for creative excellence, proving once again that the future of film is boundless." - Chuck Haifley, CEO Big Vision (NASA, SF 49ers)

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Join us in Cape Town South Africa Sunday Sept 8th

Exciting News: Our Next Global Gathering Lands in Cape Town South Africa!

We're delighted to share that our next international meetup will take place in one of the world's most vibrant cities-Cape Town, South Africa, on Sunday, September 8th.

Over the years, these gatherings have sparked meaningful connections and unforgettable experiences. Cape Town promises to be no exception.

Final details, including time and venue, will be confirmed in the third week of August. Mark your calendars and consider this your invitation to join us!

RSVP today to let us know you're coming:

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NEW
Music Curation

Exciting News: Introducing Music Curation for Media(TM)

New Media Film Festival® is thrilled to announce a new category dedicated to Music Curation for Media-where story meets sound in inspired ways.

Spearheading this initiative is music supervisor and industry veteran EMMY Nominee David Leon, whose career spans groundbreaking work with NASA, Marvel, and his time as VP of Music at Fox and ABC.

With experience in rights and clearances, score production, and festival navigation, David brings both creative and strategic firepower to our team.

Beyond the screen, David's passion for education shines through TEDx talks, keynote speaking, and panels at major pop culture events like San Diego Comic-Con (we booked him there!).

We're proud to partner with David in this exciting new chapter. Welcome to Music Curation for Media-where meaningful sound meets visionary storytelling.

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Shout Out

Shout out to creator Nafsika Antypas and 2x Emmy award-winning director Jarett Bellucci for GhostedMD,

GhostedMD is a Supernatural Medical Thriller

Logline: When dedicated cardiologist Dr. Anastasia "Stacey" Dimas (Nafsika Antypas) becomes entwined with the ghost of Jason Walker (Jarred Harper), a charming stranger whose life she fought to save, she must navigate a perilous world of crime, love, and supernatural intrigue while uncovering the truth behind his mysterious death. Starring (Nafsika Antypas (A&E series, Plant-Based by Nafsika) and Jarred Harper (American Housewife, An Egypt Affair, Roller Girl)

Synopsis:

Set against the vibrant backdrop of New York City, Ghosted MD follows Dr. Anastasia Dimas, a brilliant cardiologist who is dedicated to her patients but feels the weight of her own unresolved past. After a fateful encounter with the handsome Jason Walker leads to a tragic hit-and-run, Stacey is plunged into a gripping mystery when Jason slips into a coma and later appears to her as a ghost.

As Stacey grapples with her sanity and the reality of Jason's ghostly presence, she uncovers unsettling truths about his life-truths that reveal he was connected to a dangerous world of crime. Determined to help him find justice, Stacey embarks on a thrilling investigation that takes her from seedy strip clubs to haunted mansions. Along the way, she must confront her own emotions, including her growing feelings for Jason.

With a unique blend of humor, heart, and supernatural elements, Ghosted MD explores themes of love, loss, and redemption. Each episode unravels the complexities of Stacey and Jason's relationship, while the stakes rise as unseen threats loom ever closer. Can Stacey help Jason solve the mystery of his death before it's too late, or will the forces working against them prevail?

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Podcast Interview

Sometimes the best conversations are the ones you never see coming! What began as an unexpected invitation to join a podcast turned into an lovely interview-like catching up with an old friend over coffee. From the moment we hit record, the dialogue was effortless, genuine, and full of insights we hadn't even planned for. I'm thrilled to share this special episode with you-it's one that surprised me in all the best ways, and I think it'll surprise you too. Tune in and enjoy the journey!