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LA-Based Filmmaker Nick Frew joins IFAP Judging Panel

2/3/2020

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IFAP welcomes  a new addition to the judges panel

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London-native and Los Angeles-based filmmaker Nick Frew has joined the judges panel for the 2021 IFAP awards! 

Film was the family business
Nick Frew was born in London in 1977 to a family steeped in the movie business. His grandfather was the beloved film journalist, Peter Noble, and his grandmother, actress Marianne Stone, has a Guinness World Record for having more credits than any other actress in history.

​Nick was educated at progressive prep school St Anthony’s and arts-focused Bryanston. He specialized in the arts, studying Art, English Literature, Music and Theatre at Camden School for Girls (no joke!) before moving onto studying Fine Art at Chelsea College of Art And Design.

An indie filmmaker who wins awards
A versatile filmmaker, Nick is also writer-director of the award-winning short film Perfect Roast Potatoes. The film stars Catherine Tate (The Office), Jonathan Cake (Doll & Em), Tituss Burgess (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), and Jessica Walter (Arrested Development) which won critical acclaim and a number of awards at film festivals across North America.

The film earned the Best Short Film award at the 2017 Artois Awards, commonly considered the “Oscars of the casting world.” It has also screened at numerous film festivals, including Nashville, Atlanta, Palm Springs, Vail, Lower East Side, and others.

Charting a creative course
Currently creative director at film and TV production company Dirty Robber, Nick has since done an enormous amount of work for the company. Notably, he served as Executive Producer on a National Geographic documentary made in collaboration with Nike called Breaking 2 (watch the trailer) which won a number of prestigious awards including a Cannes Lion.

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Online Voting for the IFAP Impact Award has begun

4/10/2019

 

Cast your vote TODAY

Visit our IFAP Impact Award page today to learn more about the 2019 nominees and the multiple accomplishments that earned them a place on our short list.
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​Cast your vote online today. And don't forget to purchase your tickets for the May 19 Philadelphia Independent Film Awards gala so you can be in the audience when we announce the winners.
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The 2nd FREE Film Collective screening brings out the indie film and Phillies fans!

12/11/2018

 
Film Collective founder Floyd Marshall with
Film Collective founder Floyd Marshall with "Free Agent Fan" director Andrew Volpe, the "free agent fan" Michael Volpe, and the Phillies Director of Publicity John Brazer at the South Street Cinema for the 2nd FREE Film Collective screening.

Famous Phillies fan Michael Volpe reminisces and 

​director Tyrone Blassingame talks "Payback" 

​at 2nd FREE Film Collective screening

Audience at the 2nd FREE Film Collective screening
Movie fans packed the South Street Cinema in Philadelphia on Friday, Dec. 7 at the 2nd Film Collective screening.
The  indie film - and Phillies - fans came out in force for the 2nd FREE Film Collective screening held Friday, Dec. 7 at South Street Cinema in Philadelphia. 

The free showcase of independent films started off with the documentary "Michael Volpe: The Free Agent Fan - A True Story". 

​Directed by Volpe's son, Andrew, the documentary film short featured Michael's quirky 90s era quest to find a new baseball team to follow after his favorite player was traded.

His search eventually landed on the Philadelphia Phillies, grabbing national headlines along the way.

Phillies Publicity Director John Brazer was in the audience  to share in the recollections. It was Brazer's letter that

​persuaded Michael to become a Phillies fan.

After the film was shown, Michael shared humorous inside baseball stories (view video, top left) he became privy to as a result of his search. 

Later in the evening director Tyrone Blassingame fielded questions about the production of his harrowing short revenge drama "Payback" (view video, left, second from top). Lead actress Janan Ashton discussed how she was ready to give up acting before being cast in "Payback."

Save Your Seat for the 2nd FREE Film Collective Screening!

11/26/2018

 
Free Agent Fan Mike Volpe standing in a baseball diamond
The quirky saga of how Mike Volpe (above) became a Phillies fan will be screened.

No reservations required - no ticket fee to pay

It's easy. Just show up at the South Street Cinema in Philadelphia on Friday, Dec. 7, and grab a chair - NO CHARGE!
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  • Enjoy a night of FREE film short screenings

  • Vote to decide the Audience Favorite
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  • Meet the filmmakers, network with fellow film fans, and build your connections to the indie film community
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Audience members at South Street Cinema, Philadelphia, PA
The audience packed the South Street Cinema in Philadelphia, PA for the premiere Film Collective screening.

FREE Film Screening Schedule, Friday, Dec. 7

7:00 to 7:45 pm
  • Michael Volpe: The Free Agent Fan – A True Story
  • Dance Bitch
  • Still
  • Rooftops
  • Schwinn Varsity
  • Periphery

​15-min. Talk Back with Filmmakers

8:00 to 8:45 pm
  • Payback
  • Two Drifters
  • Unnoticed
  • Blue
  • Girls Soccer Beyond Borders
  • Hellcats Highway!
  • Ghosts
  • Witches
  • Porcelain
15-min. Talk Back with Filmmakers
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​9:00 to 9:45 pm
  • Youth Go to Waste
  • Forever Mine Baby
  • Less
  • Unborn Souls
  • FAAGUN
  • 15-min. Talk Back with Filmmakers

Votes for Audience Favorite tallied and winner announced

The Philadelphia Independent Film Awards Presented Its 1st Film Collective Screening!!

10/7/2018

 

"Justin Geller" is voted audience favorite at the 

​Philadelphia Independent Film Awards'

​ 1st Film Collective screening

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Indie Filmmakers

came out to support

the Film Collective

"Justin Geller" Director-Producer Jon Rehr and actor Paul DiChellis (top right photo) along with members of the production crew were on hand to receive the audience's appreciation along with Philadelphia Independent Film Awards (PIFA) and The Film Collective founder Floyd Marshall.

"Summon" Director Madison Calicchia (not pictured) and "Mila & Mimi Too" lead actress Malinda  Logan (bottom right photo, left) were also on hand.

Join our mailing list to get an email update on the next Film Collective screening!

(From the left) PIFA founder Floyd Marshall; Director of Phototography James Powers'; Sound Mixer/Grip David MacNeill; Director/Producer Jon Rehr; Actor Paul DiChellis; PA Danny Perez; Graphic Artist Nathan Cleveland. Photo Credit: Floyd Marshall
Actress Malinda Logan, PIFA Founder Floyd Marshall, and a friend.
"Mila & Mimi Too" actress Malinda Logan (above, left) showed up to with a friend (above, right) support PIFA's first Film Collective screening. PIFA founder Floyd Marshall (above, middle) thanks both for attending. Photo credit: Floyd Marshall

The Film Collective Free Film Screenings Debut!

10/1/2018

 
A scene from the romantic film short
Romance sparks between a street musician and a refugee woman in the film short "May THE END OF THE WORLD Catch You DANCING." The film screens Friday, Oct. 5 at South Street Cinema. Admission is FREE.

Brighten your Friday night with FREE indie films

The Philadelphia Independent Film Awards' new film screening series The Film Collective holds its debut screening Friday, Oct. 5, 8 pm, at the South Street Cinema this week.

Designed to showcase the work of independent film makers, the event is open to the public and FREE. Visit our Film Collective page for more details.

Update: "Michael Volpe: The Free Agent Fan - A True Story," which was originally scheduled to be screened, will be shown at a later date.
Need directions? Click on the map above!

Film Screening Schedule

  • 8 pm-8:15 pm – Mila & Mimi Too

  • 8:20 pm-8:35 pm – Justin Geller – Thought It Would Be A Good Story

  • 8:40 pm-9:00 pm – Taking Out Chinese

  • 9:10 pm-9:45 pm – Summon

  • 9:50 pm-10 pm – Cuerdas

  • 10 pm-10:15 pm – GOTAS (DROPS)

  • 10:15 pm-10:35 pm – The Misbegotten

  • 10:35 pm-10:45 pm – May THE END OF THE WORLD Catch You DANCING

The Philadelphia Independent Film Awards Makes the Front Page of Local Philly Media!

5/16/2018

 

University City Review covers The Philadelphia Independent Film Awards (PIFA)

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News of the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards (PIFA) gala has landed front and center of the University City Review! The local newspaper which covers West Philadelphia interviewed founder Floyd Marshall Jr. about the event and the importance of the recognition it provides to independent filmmakers.

He also discussed the film screenings, which began today, as well as the gala night to be held Sunday, May 20, 6-10 pm at the International House at 3701 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. Pick up your copy today or read the full story online at the UCReview.
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Voting for the IFAP Impact Awards Has Now CLOSED

5/8/2018

 

Nearly 700 votes received for the IFAP Impact Awards!

Independent Film Association of Philadelphia logo
On Monday, May 7 at 11:59 pm, online voting closed for the IFAP Impact Awards. Totals are now being tallied to determine who will be the male and female recipients of the IFAP Impact Award.  Thank you to everyone who participated!

Winners will be announced live at the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards gala held Sunday, May 20, 6-10 pm at the International House at 3701 Chestnut St. in Philadelphia. Make sure you're there to see how your vote counted!

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IFAP Impact Award Voting Closes TONIGHT!

5/7/2018

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11:59 PM is ZERO HOUR! Cast your IFAP Impact Award vote before then!

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IFAP Impact Award voting closes at 11:59 pm today, Monday, May 7, 2018. So make sure you've cast YOUR vote for the male and female recipients of the IFAP Impact Award.

After that, make sure to buy your tickets to the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards gala so you can see whether YOUR choice wins! You'll stroll the red carpet and meet tomorrow's film stars today! You'll also get:
  • FREE vodka cocktails courtesy of
    Mishka Vodka
  • FREE (HOT) hors d'oeuvres from Two Guys Catering
  • FREE swag bag with ScrubsNLuv bath salts and bath scrubs
    samples and other goodies
  • FREE live jazz performance by the John Martin Project
  • FREE top-notch comedy from host TuRae Gordon

Get YOUR Tickets TODAY!
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Buy Your Tickets To Meet Tomorrow's Film Stars TODAY!

5/4/2018

 

Make sure you're in the house when the stars come out to shine at the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards!

Poster for the 2018 Philadelphia Independent Film Awards
Buy your tickets today to make sure you're front and center to see who wins at the 3rd Annual Philadelphia Independent Film Awards held Sunday, May 20, 6-10 pm at the International House in Philadelphia. Tickets are available online for $40 ($50 at the door) and grant you permission to join the stars as you stroll the red carpet in style and savor:
  • FREE vodka cocktails courtesy of Mishka Vodka 
  • FREE hot hors d'oeuvres served up by Two Guys Catering
  • FREE swag bags with samples of ScrubsNLuv bath salts & body scrubs by Linda Freeman
  • FREE live jazz music performance by the John Martin Project
  • FREE top-notch comedy from host and "Heavyweight Champion of Comedy" TuRae Gordon​

Get YOUR Tickets TODAY!
Red carpet arrivals at the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards (2016)
(From left) PIFA'S 2016 Media Relations Manager Karen Waller Martin interviews "Diary of a Badman" cast and crew: lead actress, Jacinth Sutphin, associate producer Richard Bird, lead actor Douglas A. Robbs, and film score composter Rihki Kennebrew.
Best of all you get to meet tomorrow's film stars TODAY. 
Director Ryan Coogler started as an independent filmmaker with the Sundance winner "Fruitvale Station."  He followed up with "Creed." Now he's basking in the box office glory of the global film smash "Black Panther." ​Make sure you're here to meet the next Ryan Coogler!

In Other News: IFAP Impact Awards Voting to End May 7!!

Over 500 votes cast from the Philadelphia Independent Film Awards website! 

Due to overwhelming response, online voting for the IFAP Impact Award recipients will now close on Monday, May 7. Organizers made the decision to allow for more time to accurately tally all the votes. So get your vote in today! 
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