Registration for the 2015 Shootout Opened March 1!

It's all online: www.asianamericanfilmlab.com

From Rodrigo Garcia (Emmy nominated director of "Big Love") to playwright David Henry Hwang, the judges are ready to hear YOUR stories. From a workshop with NBC to a filmmaking how to nuts and bolts for actors ready to showcase themselves to the networks, we have everything you'll need to put your best foot forward. The calendar of events is live online and we have a sampling of info below. Network and keep up to date via our Facebook Fan Page. More details and a CALL TO ACTION:

SECOND 2015 SHOOTOUT WORKSHOP: Informational session on NBC’s Entertainment Diversity Programs with Grace Moss

The goal of all the Shootout is to increase diversity and NBC has stepped on to share that goal! Their new initiatives to promote diversity on the network include programs like Writers on the Verge, the Directing Fellowship Program, NBCU Short Film Festival and Scene Showcase. Grace will break down these programs and answer any questions you may have about these opportunities. This is a special event that will be sure to rec ah capacity so RSVP EARLY here.

THIRD 2015 SHOOTOUT FILMMAKING HOW-TO WORKSHOP: WRITING THE BEST SCRIPT

April 16, 7-9pm in NYC

A panel of established tv and film writers will lead this workshop on how to write the best possible script for your 72 Hour Shootout film! How do you write strong storylines and create genuine, lovable characters under a time crunch? Free for REGISTERED Shootout competitors only (registration automatically RSVPs you). All others can RSVP here

CALL TO ACTION! Support diversity and get FREE weekly shots of bold, innovative and deliciously diverse entertainment!

SUBSCRIBE TO AAFL TV (it's FREE) here!

AAFL TV was founded to prove everyone will watch racially diverse entertainment as long as it is GOOD! Show you agree by subscribing to us at www.youtube.com/asamfilmlab! Like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/AAFLTV and check out the new constant update live feed of the best entertainment around at http://www.asianamericanfilmlab.com/aafl-tv/
Help us prove people want diversity in media! Your support means everything!
Plus, we'll be entering subscribers during March into a raffle to win free Shootout entries and free IFC movie tickets and posters! More on our Facebook Fan Page!
Thanks!

There's so much more, including a Build Your Team Networking Party in May and, of course, the fabulous Launch Party in June! Stay posted via our Facebook Fan Page: www.Facebook.com/72hrshootout! Copyright © 2015 The Asian American Film Lab. The 72 Hour Shootout and the Asian American Film Lab are registered trademarks of the Asian American Film Lab. All rights reserved.
www.asianamericanfilmlab.com

Our mailing address is:
20 Jay Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201
attn: Secretary Daryl King

unsubscribe from this list update subscription preferences

2015 SHOOTOUT FILMMAKING COMPETITION BUILD YOUR TEAM NETWORKING PARTY
May, 7-9pm in NYC
You are ready! You've registered! You've accepted the challenge! You're going to create a bold, beautiful, brilliant film for this year's 72 Hour Shootout and you're sure to win fame and accolades...all you need is...a team! Looking for actors? A writer? A director? A sound gal? A PA? Well, c'mon out and meet other folks also looking for team members! Actors should bring multiple copies of their headshots and resumes! Everyone should bring business cards and be ready to network up a storm. Free for REGISTERED Shootout competitors only (registration automatically RSVPs you). All others can RSVP here in April.

THE 2015 72 HOUR SHOOTOUT LAUNCH PARTY: LOOK DEEPER!
June 4, 6-8pm in NYC
It's time! Join us live or online from anywhere on the globe you happen to be creating your Shootout film! At 8pm EST, we'll be announcing the TOP SECRET THEME of the 2015 72 Hour Shootout, the theme upon which all the films must be based. As soon as we announce the theme, the clock starts ticking and you have 72 hours within which to complete your short film. For more, visit us online at http://www.asianamericanfilmlab.com/72-hour-shootout/

You already know the focus this year is LOOK DEEPER. But what will the true theme of this year's Shootout be? The Launch Party will include prizes, drinks and all sorts of fun so join us in person if you can!

THE 2015 72 HOUR SHOOTOUT
June 4-7 in NYC
For more, visit us online at http://www.asianamericanfilmlab.com/72-hour-shootout/

THE 2015 72 HOUR SHOOTOUT WORLD PREMIERE AND WRAP PARTY
July 25 at The Asian American International Film Festival in NYC
Come out and see the world premiere of the top ten most incredible films of the 2015 72 Hour Shootout! Enjoy prizes from our sponsors, network and collaborate with fellow artists. Find out who won the awards, including mentorships from NBC, ABC and so much more! Tickets to the screening must be purchased through Asian CineVision.

The Wrap Party is for ALL who participated in this year's Shootout and will be an extravaganza of prizes and celebration. The Wrap Party is free for REGISTERED Shootout competitors only (registration automatically RSVPs you). All others can RSVP here in June. Of course, it's not really a wrap, because the winning films will go on to screen at many other festivals and on AAFL TV!

For more: email Shootout@film-lab.org!