Fashion icon and my friend Diane Pernet is bringing back her must-see fashion film festival, ASVOFF, to Dover Street Market Paris from November 7-10. This year, the legendary Michèle Lamy will grace us as the jury president. Over the years, ASVOFF has claimed its spot as a major player on the fashion and film scene with its showcases at prestigious venues like the Centre Pompidou, Guggenheim Museum, and Cannes Film Festival. Directors like Sofia Coppola and Jim Jarmusch, along with fashion giants like Alexander McQueen and Louis Vuitton, have all been part of the ASVOFF journey.
This season, they’re upping the ante by teaming up with production powerhouse Goldfinch Entertainment. Fresh off winning the Oscar and BAFTA for best short film, these folks are no strangers to critical acclaim. They’ve previously brought us gems like QUANT, the official Mary Quant documentary, and Ronnie’s, and have bankrolled over 300 productions in the last decade. More info here.
In this exciting new partnership, Goldfinch is unveiling two hot new awards at ASVOFF: Best New Writer and Best New Director. These awards are set to launch promising talent into the spotlight, offering the chance to transform their short films or concepts into full-length features. Got a short film? Submit by September 30 using the code Dreamtown for 15% off. Writers, get in on the action by submitting your treatment or screenplay using code GoldfinchWriter for 15% off at FilmFreeway. Writer submissions close on October 31.
The collaboration between Goldfinch Entertainment and Diane Pernet’s ASVOFF (A Shaded View on Fashion Film) Film Festival, happening at Dover Street Market Paris from November 7-10, 2024, is a celestial blend of fashion and film. Keep your eyes peeled for the epic awards being brought to you by Goldfinch and its cutting-edge genre label DREAMTOWN.
Diane Pernet by Ruven AfanadorGoldfinch Writer’s Award: Celebrating Excellence in Film Writing
Goldfinch Entertainment proudly introduces the Goldfinch Writer’s Award at ASVOFF 2024, a unique opportunity for emerging writers in the film industry. This award seeks to discover and nurture new voices in film, offering an exceptional platform for creative expression and development.
The Award:
- One-on-One Mentorship: Guided by industry-leading professionals from Goldfinch Academy, the winner will receive personalized mentorship to refine their treatment, with the potential for it to be developed into a short film.
- Project Development: Collaborate closely with Goldfinch Academy mentors to bring your concept to life, supported by tailored resources and expertise.
- Industry Exposure: Showcase your work to top industry professionals, opening doors to future collaborations and career opportunities.
- Cash Prize: €1000
The award jury will be led by Kirsty Bell, with Ben Charles Edwards and Michelle Arnusch as jury members. The deadline for submissions for this award is October 31, 2024.
DREAMTOWN Innovator Award: Recognizing Visionary Filmmaking
DREAMTOWN, the genre label of Goldfinch Entertainment, is thrilled to present the DREAMTOWN Innovator Award at ASVOFF 2024. This award is designed to honour and support filmmakers with bold, innovative ideas that push the boundaries of storytelling.
The Award:
- Development Deal: Winners will secure a development deal with DREAMTOWN, transforming their short film concept into a potential full-length feature with expert guidance.
- Comprehensive Project Support: Gain access to resources and expertise throughout the development process, from script enhancement to production planning.
- Industry Mentorship: Benefit from the knowledge and experience of seasoned filmmakers, helping to refine your vision and navigate the path to feature filmmaking.
- Showcase Opportunities: Present your project to key industry stakeholders, facilitating further opportunities and collaborations.
- Cash Prize: €1000
The jury for the DREAMTOWN Innovator Award will be led by Ben Charles Edwards, with Kirsty Bell and Michelle Arnusch as jury members. The deadline for submissions is September 30, 2024. For more information on how to submit your work for these prestigious awards, please visit the ASVOFF official website or FilmFreeway to submit.
About ASVOFF
ASVOFF (A Shaded View on Fashion Film) is the world’s first film festival dedicated to fashion, style, and beauty. Founded by Diane Pernet in 2008, ASVOFF has earned critical acclaim for challenging the traditional boundaries of film and fashion, offering a platform for both emerging and established artists to reimagine the presentation of fashion. Touring globally, ASVOFF has been showcased at prestigious venues including the Centre Pompidou, Guggenheim Museum, and Cannes Film Festival, making it a cornerstone event on both the fashion and film circuits. Films by the likes of directors Sofia Coppola and Jim Jarmusch have made up the festival, as have designers/brands including Alexander McQueen and Louis Vuitton and jury members such as Rick Owens and Jean Paul Gaultier.
The 2024 edition of ASVOFF, with the theme “Explore, Engage, and Experience,” will be led by the iconic artist, entrepreneur, and producer Michèle Lamy. With the endorsement of the French Ministry of Culture, this year’s festival will foster an environment of learning and inspiration, celebrating the essence of fashion and film through a dynamic program of short film competitions, features, documentaries, master classes, honorary tributes, live performances, and art installations.
About Dover Street Market Paris
Conceived by Rei Kawakubo and Adrian Joffe, Dover Street Market is a place for creators from various fields to gather, encounter and collide with each other in a burgeoning atmosphere of beautiful chaos. The original Dover Street Market first opened in London, Mayfair in September 2004.
About Goldfinch Entertainment
Goldfinch Entertainment, the Academy Award and BAFTA-winning British film production company is a leading independent entertainment financier that has been involved in the financing of over 300 productions, many of which have gone on to win awards and critical acclaim. Goldfinch also nurtures emerging talent and funds Oscar and BAFTA-winning short films through ‘First Flights.’ These initiatives align with the group’s philosophy of supporting and empowering creators and the creative community from a strong commercial base.
About DREAMTOWN
Academy Award-winning British film financier and production company Goldfinch has launched DREAMTOWN, an auteur-driven genre production company focusing on projects that capture the zeitgeist. Co-founded by award-winning producer and director Ben Charles Edwards (The Wheels of Heaven), alongside Phil McKenzie (Quant) and Kirsty Bell (A Bird Flew In).
