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Relationships Matter: Bronzelens Film Festival developing the next generation of filmmakers.

The Steve Harvey Morning Show
The Steve Harvey Morning Show
Episode โ€ข Oct 10, 2024 โ€ข 30m

Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning television Executive Producer Rushion McDonald interviewed Kathleen Bertrand.

  • Founder of the BronzeLens Film Festival, celebrating its 15th year.
  • Former Senior VP of Diversity Marketing at the Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau.
  • Longtime advocate for filmmakers of color and inclusive storytelling.

๐ŸŒŸ About the BronzeLens Film Festival

  • Mission: To serve as a platform for filmmakers of color, providing exposure, networking, and education.
  • Location: Atlanta, Georgiaโ€”one of the top three film production hubs in the U.S.
  • Dates: August 21โ€“25, 2025.
  • Venues: Tara Atlanta Theater and Ray Charles Performing Arts Center at Morehouse College.

๐ŸŽฅ Festival Highlights

  • 140 films screened over five days.
  • 11 panel discussions on topics like:
    • Filmmaking with smartphones
    • Getting films greenlit
    • Women in film
    • Mental health, comedy, spirituality, and more
  • Cinema and Social Justice Sunday: Free public screenings focused on civil rights and human rights.
  • Andrew J. Young Cinema and Social Justice Award: Honoring the civil rights icon and Emmy-winning documentarian.

๐Ÿ•ด๏ธ Celebrity Involvement

  • Films produced or supported by:
    • Jamie Foxx
    • Jamie Lee Curtis
    • Morris Chestnut
    • Ben Crump (civil rights attorney)
  • Notable films include How to Sue the Klan and The Warner Boys.

๐ŸŽ‰ Special Events

  • Filmmakers Sneaker Ball: Inaugural celebration hosted at Atlanta City Hall on August 24.
  • BronzeLens Awards Ceremony: Held at Morehouse College, honoring best films, actors, and creators.

๐Ÿ† Academy Award Qualifier

  • BronzeLens is an Oscar-qualifying festival for short films since 2016.

๐Ÿ’ก Secrets to Success

  • Hospitality: Treating every filmmaker with care and respect.
  • Relationships: Built through integrity, consistency, and community engagement.
  • Volunteer Power: Over 100 volunteers help create a welcoming and professional experience.

๐ŸŒ More Info

  • Website: www.bronzelens.com
  • Social Media: @bronzelens on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter)

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