''World Music & Independent Film Festival'' is an international film festival that takes place annually in Washington D.C.. Held in the third week of August the seven-day festival is a showcase of independent filmmakers and musicians from around the world.

History

WMIFF was established in 2010 by actor, producer Master June Daguiso to celebrate and provide a platform of achievements for international cinema artists. Dedicated to building a global film community and supporting emerging filmmakers, WMIFF offers all selected artists exceptional exposure with an inclusive vibe that has won over alumni, attendees, and industry members alike. WMIFF festivities are open to all, featuring some of the most talented artists in both film and music. The inaugural year of 2010 was attended by notable celebrities including

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winning actor

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guitarist and actor, Edrew Cardano, Tibetan music composer and

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nominee

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, Actor Warrington Gillette of Friday The 13th Part 2 fame, Actor Robert Z’Dar. At each festival a number of awards are given by an international jury. This week-long festival highlights includes opening and closing night celebrations, a festival centerpiece presentation, special spotlight on South East Asia Films, International music videos, concluding with a Red Carpet Black tie event held at the Washington Plaza Hotel in Washington D.C. The festival attracts celebrities, media journalists, civic and community leaders, film crews and film enthusiasts from around the globe, as well as the D.C. metropolitan area which includes Virginia and Maryland. In the last fours years attendees included award-winning personalities including

nominee singer-songwriter Carol Connors, Grammy Award Winner

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, Acclaimed filmmaker

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and Merrie Lynn Ross, two times

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best known for Scarface and Ray Donovan.

References

UE Student Edrew Cardano to Represent the Country at World Music Fest

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:World Music and Independent Film Festival Film festivals established in 2010 Film festivals in Washington, D.C. 2010 establishments in Washington, D.C.

History

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