Arcadia, California Aug 27, 2021 (Issuewire.com) - Hollywood Global Film Festival Founder Maryanne Lai with celebrity guests will announce its lineup of official films in competition on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at 5 pm. from the Tong Tak House located at 1271 South Baldwin Avenue in Arcadia, California. Media check-in at 4 pm. Red carpet from 5 to 6 pm followed by live musical performances, the introduction of the 2022 Global Film Queen and Princesses, and the formal announcement of 2021 Hollywood Global Film Festival Nominees. The evening will conclude with the VIP reception and dinner from 8 to 9:30 pm. Formal attire required.
“We are excited to showcase filmmakers from more than 50 countries including Brazil; Belgium; China; Egypt; France; Germany; Malawi; India; Italy; Republic of Korea; Russian Federation; Spain; Sweden; United Kingdom; Mexico; and Canada; to name just a few," said Lai whose purpose is to support a diverse and global community for networking and collaboration with people who create art and those who love and appreciate art. In addition to overseeing the operations of HGFF, Lai is known as an actress; professional martial arts athlete; and Vice-Chairperson of the World Free Sparring Boxing Federation (Shenzhen).
Celebrities confirmed and invited are Grammy award-winning artist David Longoria; California Governor candidate and actor/producer/writer Patrick Kilpatrick; Mirna Velasco (The Mirna Velasco Show); Vicky Contreras (Frontera Camino al Infierno); Said Faraj (Green Zone); Blanca Blanco (Tale of Tails); Jesaiah (American Idol); Manu Intiraymi (Star Trek: Voyager); Justin Shenkarow (Picket Fences); Lisa Langlois (Class of 1984, The Slugger's Wife); Harley Wallen (Tale of Tails), Lana Leslie (The Circuit: Star Crew, Sarah Landon and the Paranormal Hour and 5th Passenger), Andy Rodriguez (Writer/Director/Producer “Exodus of the Prodigal Son”); Robert Amico (Bad President); Yan Birch (Tale of Tails); Vince Romo (Mundo & Cholo Zombies); Anthony Citric Campos (Idiocracy); Deana Molle’ (Ghettobusters); Dawna Lee Heising (Bad President); Blanca Samperio (Under Fire); Adrian Barron (Musical Artist); Trejo’s Music Label Presents Amoraa and Twixxy; Liana Mendoza (The Proud Family, The L Word); Armin Nasseri (filmmaker, Central Authority); Charyse Monet (Ginger, Exodus of the Prodigal Son); Fawn Quinones (former Soul Train dancer and Executive Producer of new Fox show “Train”); Jonathan Ruggiero (film producer); Patrick Faucette (Tyler Perry’s Haves and Have Nots); Lizette Santiago (The Ol' Timey Spectral Hour TV Series); Mario Bryant (Fox TV I Can See Your Voice); Reatha Grey (Betty White’s Off Their Rockers, Shameless, The Rich and the Ruthless); Sheldon Bailey (Animal Kingdom, Space Jam: A New Legacy, Shameless); and Tiffany McNulty (A House Divided); and more.
HGFF, a verified Gold Festival, recognizes excellence in filmmaking, acting, and storytelling. Official Selectees and Award Winners receive promotional support from HGFF. Filmmakers are eligible for several categories: Founder, Fan, Critic, Jury Awards; Rising Filmmaker; Rising Star; Best Film; Best Period/Historical Film; Best Family Film; Best Horror Film; Best Musical Film; Best Socially Conscious Film; Best Documentary; Best Animated Film; Best Short Film; Best VR Film; Best Experimental Film; Best Sci-Fi; Fantasy; Futuristic Film; Best Student Film; and Best Music Video. HGFF awards include Best Producer; Best Director; Best New Director; Best Film Soundtrack; Best Cinematography; Best Film Editing; Best Story; Best Original Screenplay; Best Adapted Screenplay; Best Actor; Best Supporting Actor; Best Actress; Best Supporting Actress; Best Ensemble Cast; Best Costume Design; Best Makeup and Hairstyling; and Best Fashion.
All nominees will formally be invited to an award ceremony in October 2021 to compete for the custom-made 15” trophy of the Hollywood Global Film Festival which holds a registered trademark emblem.
For talent submissions, request press credentials, and/or schedule interviews with the HGFF founder, contact Marie Lemelle of Platinum Star PR at MarieLemelle@PlatinumStarPR.com. For festival information, call 888.505.977.
ABOUT HGFF
The Hollywood Global Film Festival Committee produces film festivals, red carpet events, fashion shows, live performances, industry forums, sponsor exhibitions, and other celebrations. HGFF is a verified Gold Festival that recognizes excellence in filmmaking, acting, and storytelling. Tom Lai, President of the company will introduce its decentralized Hollywood Global Coin that is listed in various cryptocurrency exchanges so it may help facilitate utility usage amongst crypto traders for exchanges in goods and services.
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