Cape Town Squad International Film Festival 2024 "THE FUTURE OF FILM"

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Festival Hosts Jacques Adriaanse and Natasha Mayet invite you to The 3rd Annual Cape Town Squad International Film Festival.

Join us for a red carpet and extraordinary cinematic experience under the stars at the Rooftop Cinema, Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel!

Cape Town Squad International Film Festival (CTSIFF) is back, rolling out the red carpet for a celebration of cutting-edge filmmaking, with a special spotlight on the future of cinema and AI-driven innovation.

Indulge in complimentary welcome drinks sponsored by Graham Beck and CanCan wines, enjoy bottomless popcorn, and immerse yourself in a weekend dedicated to visionary storytelling, and meeting filmmakers.

Dates: 14th & 15th September 2024

Venue: Rooftop Cinema, Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel, Cape Town

Tickets include free popcorn and a welcome drink!

Festival Schedule (click here for full program)

Day 1: Saturday, 14th September

Kick off the festival with an exclusive red carpet event, engaging talks, and inspiring Q&A sessions with filmmakers.

• 16:00 - Red Carpet Open (Private event for directors of Official Selection films and press, by Invitation only)
• 17:00 - 17:30 - Red Carpet Open for Festival Guests
• 17:30 - 18:15 - AI & The Future of Film Talk with Director Donovan Marsh
• 18:15 - 18:30 - Intermission
• 18:30 - Opening Comments from Festival Hosts
• 18:45 - 19:50 -Screening Slot 1 & Q&As (AI Films) (click here for full program)
• 19:50 - 20:00 Intermission
• 20:00 - 21:45 Screening Slot 2 & Q&As (AI Films, Live action, Commercials & Animation) (click here for full program)
• 21:45 - Networking & Bar Hangout

Day 2: Sunday, 15th September

Experience a day dedicated to diverse voices in film, female filmmakers, & culminating in an awards ceremony.

• 17:00 - 17:30 - Registration
• 17:30 - 18:15 - FilmScape, Cameron Hadlow & Stephan Hambsch (SASC) Talk
• 18:15 - 18:30 - Intermission
• 18:30 - 19:15 - Screening Block 1 & Q&As (click here for full program)
• 19:35 - 21:00 - Screening Block 2 & Q&As (click here for full program)
• 21:00 - 21:40 - Awards Ceremony & Closing Remarks

Meet Our Esteemed Jury and Partners

The CTSIFF 2024 jury features a distinguished lineup of international industry professionals:

• Scott Hillier, Oscar-winning cinematographer, judging the Best Film category.
• Cameron Hadlow, last year’s Best Cinematography winner, now judging Writing and Directing.
• AIVA, overseeing the Best AI Film, AI Film Score, and Score categories, while also sponsoring awards for these categories.
• Monique Murray of Zest Casting, returning to judge the Best Commercial category.
• Ian Boggs, Creator/Actor, evaluating Best Animation.
• Stephan Hambsch (SASC) and Amy-Jane Louw of Cine Media, judging Best Cinematography and Best Female Filmmaker.
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We’re thrilled to announce a new international collaboration with The European Independent Film Festival (ECU), offering selected winners the opportunity to submit to next year’s ECU festival in Paris.

Thank you to our Sponsors

CTSIFF is proudly supported by a stellar lineup of local and international sponsors:

• Final Draft: For the first time in South Africa at a film festival, we welcome Final Draft! Industry-standard software for professional screenwriters, offering a customizable writing environment and streamlined processes to enhance productivity.

• CanCan wines will be sponsoring a welcome drink!

• Graham Beck will be sponsoring welcome drinks!

• Coverfly: Empowering screenwriters with tools to build standout resumes and connect with industry professionals.

• Topaz Labs: Providers of professional-grade photo and video editing tools powered by AI, marking their debut partnership in Africa.

• AIVA: AI music generation assistant known for creating music in over 250 styles within seconds.

• Cine Media: Cape Town’s bespoke gear house, dedicated to uplifting young female filmmakers.

• FilmScape: Sponsoring a two-day shoot valued at $60,000 on Africa’s first LED stage built for virtual production.

• Photo Hire: Returning to provide essential screening equipment for the festival.

• The Acting Habit: Run by UK-based casting director Manuel Puro, returning as sponsor for Best Acting.

Don’t Miss Out!

Tickets are selling fast, and space is limited. Secure your spot now for an event you won’t want to miss! Whether you’re attending in person or joining us virtually, be part of the excitement at this year’s Cape Town Squad International Film Festival.

Virtual tickets and film schedule available at www.capetownsquad.com.