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There is now a CONTENT FREEZE for Mercury while we switch to a new platform. It began on Friday, March 10 at 6pm and will end on Wednesday, March 15 at noon. No new content can be created during this time, but all material in the system as of the beginning of the freeze will be migrated to the new platform, including users and groups. Functionally the new site is identical to the old one. webteam@gatech.edu
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Lisa Yaszek
Summary Sentence: A boutique-style film festival showcasing the best in both local and international independent science fiction filmmaking
Full Summary: A boutique-style film festival showcasing the best in both local and international independent science fiction filmmaking
Atlanta Sci Fi Film FestivalThe Atlanta Sci Fi Film Festival (ASFFF) in an eclectic, boutique-style festival that provides screens for the finest independent SF films locally and internationally.
Presented by the Multicultural Sci Fi Organization and Georgia Tech's School of Literature, Communication, and Culture with sponsors including IMAX, the Georgia Tech Library, and Georgia Tech's School of Modern Languages, this festival is dedicated to providing audiences with access to a variety of science fiction film experiences.
This year’s festival will feature a VIP opening reception at Google fiber for the first 50 people to register; the IMAX Young Filmmakers’ Competition; Audience Awards for the ASFFF 48 Hour Film Challenge; a Very Special film screening courtesy of Neill Blomkamp - Director of District 9, Chappie & Elysium; and a closing night surprise advance screening at Atlantic Station, courtesy of IMAX.
All events are open to the Georgia Tech and greater Atlanta communities and are FREE with REGISTRATION: http://theatlantascififilmfestival.com/.
