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AIFF: Proud sponsor of the A-Town Teen Film festival

ACMi.tv Presents 

A-Town Short Film Contest

featuring Arlington High School Student Filmmakers 

Tuesday, May 21, 7 PM

Regent Theatre, Arlington

https://regenttheatre.com/event-directory/

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Did you catch the film, 'PATRICK and the WHALE' in AIFF 2023?

Did you catch the film, 'PATRICK and the WHALE' in AIFF 2023?

if so, you may be interested in this week's news release.  

  Patrick and the Whale 

Mark Fletcher | 2022 | Doc |Austria | East Coast Premiere

Trailer -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrSc2XZiW8s

This film follows Patrick Dykstra’s personal journey and explores the psychology of a man who has sacrificed everything in his single-minded quest to connect with and understand one of the biggest creatures in the ocean. Devoting years to following these mammals, we share his experiences through his stunning underwater footage as he explores their nature, their intelligence, and their complexity. 

This Week's News Release:

 M.I.T: A team of marine biologists and computer scientists found the phonetic alphabet of sperm whales features 18 rhythms, five tempos, three types of rubat  (variation in duration), and two extra clicks called ornamentation, which are modified depending on conversational context. Using machine learning algorithms, the scientists identified 143 regularly used combinations they believe structure a form of phonetic alphabet. They are now exploring whether these signals convey specific intentions, like making group decisions or coordinating hunts.

Sperm whales employ a system of communication much more sophisticated than previously believed, researchers revealed yesterday, using the equivalent of a phonetic alphabet that varies depending on context. The new study analyzed nearly 9,000 codas— short bursts of clicks—using AI to uncover vocal patterns and potential meanings in how the animals signaled to each other in their deep-sea environment. 

Scientists hope, with the help of AI, to eventually be able to communicate with the whales, which would be the first time humans have spoken with another species.

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ARLINGTON, home of many recognized filmmakers and actors!

Olympia Dukakis Actress, Director, Producer, Teacher, Activist, Author, and Arlington High School Graduate https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001156/

 Stephen Radachia

Actor

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0989820/bio/?ref_=rg_mv_close

Julia Radochia

Actress, Writer,  and Director

https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0705746/?ref_=nmbio_ov_i  

EEPHUS premieres at Cannes!  

EEPUS, a U.S. comedy drama has generated considerable buzz ahead

of its premiere at Cannes. With its intriguing blend of comedy and drama, the show promises to offer audiences a fresh and compelling perspective on life,

relationships, and the pursuit of dreams.  

"Eephus is rooted in the nuanced rhythms and often arcane rules of a quintessentially American sport, but in the great tradition of ‘hangout movies,’

the film is less about the particular game being played than about the possibilities it opens for the devoted community of oddballs on screen.”

Carson Lund, Director

staring STEPHEN RADACHIA 

eephus: one of the rarest pitches thrown in baseball, known for its exceptionally low speed and ability to catch a hitter off guard.

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AIFF: Art and Bloom at the Museum of Fine Arts

The 2024 Art and Bloom Flowers took place at the Museum of Fine Arts, pairing art from ancient to contemporary with flowers designs from South Asia, Islamic countries, Europe, Latin America, Greece, Italy and North America.

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AIFF at DECENTRALAND VR Film Festival

Some exciting things happening this month

AIFF at DECENTRALAND VR Film Festival  

Join a community of creators & explorers in a dynamic,

virtual social world - Audiences from all over the world can engage in their stories

Screening April 27 - May 12

 in the Star Cinema Theater 

https://play.decentraland.org/?position=11,101&realm=main

#AIFFDecentralandFilmFestival

#AIFFDecentralandFilmFestival #AIFFDecentraland2024

#AIFFVRFilmFestivalAIFFIndieFilmFestival

#AIFFVoicesofOurYouthAIFFTwoLivesinPittsburg

#AIFFShortFilmsAIFFCapitolTheatre2024

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AIFF: People with Special Needs

Help People With Special Needs

Patrick's PALS 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament & Fundraiser 

Patrick Vershbow is James and Pamela's son who was diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome at 10 months of age; he is now 31, attends a daily adult services program Monday through Friday, and lives at home.  Fragile X is the most common inherited form of autism and intellectual disabilities worldwide.  The annual event occurs the first Saturday after Memorial Day; ALL proceeds go to FRAXA Research Foundation, based in Newburyport.  FRAXA was established in 1994 with one goal in mind - to find a cure for Fragile X.  Over the course of 30 years FRAXA has funded major research and drug trials that are significantly closing the gap to a cure.  Patrick's PALS 28th Annual Event occurs on Saturday June 1 at the TRACK at New Balance in Brighton.

Patrick's PALS 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament & Fundraiser was established in 1997 by James and Pamela Vershbow (Watertown), along with three very close friends - Jon Pressman (Connecticut),

Bill Rome (New York) and Steve Savarese (Belmont).

When... Saturday, June 1, 2024, 8 am - 3 pm

Where... the TRACK at New Balance

91 Guest Street, Brighton

Day Includes... Basketball, Field activities for non-basketball guests, breakfast & lunch & ice cream truck,

raffles, contests, silent auction, free swag

To sign up... James Vershbow / 617.599.2641 or [email protected] 

 PALS 28 - https://www.fraxa.org/events/patricks-pals-28/

FRAXA - https://www.fraxa.org/ 

About PALS - https://www.fraxa.org/patricks-pals/ 

 

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AIFF: FILMBUILDING

Filmbuilding

Building Bridges Through Film

Cinematic Creation Through Collaborative Exploration

https://filmbuilding.org/about

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AIFF at DECENTRALAND VR Film Festival

Some exciting things happening this month

AIFF at DECENTRALAND VR Film Festival  

Join a community of creators & explorers in a dynamic,

virtual social world - Audiences from all over the world can engage in their stories

Screening April 27 - May 12

 in the Star Cinema Theater 

https://play.decentraland.org/?position=11,101&realm=main

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Dear Indie Filmmakers

We invite you to submit your project on FILM FREEWAY for the

2024 Arlington Int’l Film Festival in Arlington, Massachusetts.

https://filmfreeway.com/arlingtoninternationalfilmfestival

AIFF has a special category of submissions for High School Student

Filmmakers UNDER 18 years of age. Please email us for a waiver.

[email protected] 

Mark your calendars for the 14th annual Arlington Int’l Film Festival! 

November 7 - 10 at the Capitol Theatre

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AIFF: 128th Boston Marathon Team Memories

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Oscars 2025 Film Academy Updates

Oscars: Film Academy Updates Rules and Campaign Protocols, Announces Changes to Special Awards

The Academy is also taking on a more prominent role in the effort to boost movie theaters, becoming more hospitable to composers and asking writers to show their work.

 Film Academy announces several changes to the 2025 Oscars, including changes to rules affecting best picture, animated feature, and original score categories  (More)

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/oscars-2025-changes-rules-special-awards-campaigns-1235878854/

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Oscars Film Academy Announces for 2025

 Oscars: Film Academy Updates Rules and Campaign Protocols, Announces Changes to Special Awards The Academy is also taking on a more prominent role in the effort to boost movie theaters, becoming more hospitable to composers and asking writers to show their work.

Film Academy announces several changes to the 2025 Oscars, including changes to rules affecting best picture, animated feature, and original score categories  (More)

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AIFF ~ Spring has sprung!　

AIFF Partners...

Thrilled to share exciting news of our local, national, and international partners/collaborators within the film festival community and film industry...

collaborations that create a platform for exchange of

ideas and innovations!

https://lexingtonvenue.com/

 #AIFFLexingtonVenue

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AIFF: Boston Marathon

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Nobel Prize-winning defender of press freedom

Maria Ressa, a journalist, media entrepreneur, and leading advocate for freedom of the press, will be the principal speaker at Harvard’s 373rd Commencement on May 23.

“Maria Ressa embodies Veritas. For nearly 40 years, she has dedicated herself to truth — its pursuit, its advocacy, and its defense — no matter the repercussions,” said interim President Alan Garber. “Her unshakable commitment to free expression and her courageous fight against disinformation are an inspiration to all who value democracy. We look forward to welcoming her to campus and to acknowledging her outstanding contributions to society.”

https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2024/03/maria-ressa-named-2024-commencement-speaker/?utm_source=SilverpopMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Daily%20Gazette%2020240320%20(1)

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AIFF: Dedication & Women's Visibility Ceremony

LexSeeHer, Inc. Proudly Presents

Lexington Women's Liberty Monument

Commissioned by renowned artist, Meredith Bergmann  

May 15, 10 am - Unveiling 

May 18, 11am - Meet the Artist

2 pm - Dedication & Women's Visibility Ceremony

Location: Visitors Center Lawn / 1875 Mass Ave / Lexington Center

 Lexington is preparing for the unveiling and dedication

of a new public art work in it's historic town center

titled SOMETHING IS BEING DONE

by renowned artist Meredith Bergmann.

 The monument, the first to celebrate women as participants in Lexington– often referred to as the birthplace of American liberty–

is a free-standing ceremonial bronze gateway standing 12 feet high

on a circular granite plaza.

Among symbolic animals and plants, portraits of 24 women

from Lexington’s history are sculpted in bas-relief,

with 12 different women and girls portrayed on each side. 

Visitors can stand in the central gateway and join hands with them.

To learn more about the artist:

 https://meredithbergmann.com/about/

Tickets are required. Please visit:

https://www.lexseeher.com/firstlook

Or call: [phone]

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AIFF Partners: Arlington Jazz Festival

The 13th Annual ARLINGTON JAZZ FESTIVAL

Feature Event: Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 7:30PM

Christian McBride - Bass

Nicole Glover - Sax Ely Perlman - Guitar Mike King - Piano Savannah Harris - Drums Eight-time Grammy-winning jazz bassist Christian McBride 

fuses the fire and fury of a virtuoso with the depth and grounding

of a seasoned journeyman.

Powered by relentless energy and a boundless love of swing,

McBride’s career is now blazing into its third decade and he is one of the most requested, most recorded, and most respected figures in music.

 https://www.arlingtonjazz.org/