19^th ANGEL FILM AWARDS - Monaco International Film Festival

ART NOVO THEATRE - NOVOTEL - MONTE-CARLO

Saturday 18^th November 2023 - Day 2 Official Selection Screenings

Official Nominated Films - Day & Evening Screenings

We are holding Q & A sessions on stage for all nominated cast & crew members

15:00 'European Premiere' "CAPTAIN SCOTT B. AND THE GREAT ADVENTURES" Documentary Feature (US) (78:00)

Directed by Matthew Chenet; Writer: Betsy Bertram; Producers: Erin Essenmacher, Matthew Chenet; DB/Cinematographer: Andrew Schwartz; Creative Consultant, Dr. Betsy Bennett, Advisor Sponsorship & Funding

Why we have chosen the AFA-MIFF: The philosophy of the Angel Film Awards Monaco, to look to the 'angel' within us all, spoke to our film's mission to find beauty and wonder in everyone and everyday life. When Betsy's father received a terminal diagnosis, he turned to nature, connection, and filmmaking to support his dying process and embraced a nonviolent approach to treatment. The film captures how Betsy alchemized her grief through creative expression and expanded both her empathy for and understanding of how loss affects us all. Grieving requires nurturing our bodies, minds, and spirits, all of which bring more inner peace within that supports more collective peace. Grief is a universal experience, making the film a powerful vehicle for bridge building and healing, all of which are key pillars of the Angel Film Award's mission of promoting Global Peace.

Storyline: Captain Scott B and the Great Adventure is a poignant father-daughter adventure story. Go on a journey of the heart as Betsy Bertram follows the trail her deceased father left behind in his home videos and journals. Traveling from the mountains to the sea of North Carolina, Betsy explores life's most vibrant ingredients—family, community, music, food, and a deep connection to nature, as she navigates the grief process and discovers the magic in each moment. Writer, Producer attending.

16:20 'European Premiere' "GIFT" A Comedy (China) (21:50 min)

Written & Directed by Xiaotong Jiang; Producer: Jun Ying; DP/Cinematographer: Pengyu Gao; Editor: Xiaoyin Chen;

Starring: Benyu Zhang; Hehuizi Zheng

Storyline: When two desperate men plot a gold shop heist, an errant beach brochure sparks a shared reverie of tropical dreams that unexpectedly transforms their motives, guiding them from the brink of crime onto a moral path of righteous courage. This accidental gift of aspiration proves redemption comes in the most unlikely forms. Director, Producer attending.

17:00 INTERVAL – time to get dressed up and ready for the evening screenings

THE OFFICIAL EVENING CEREMONY - MOVIE SCREENINGS

19:00 Red Carpet PHOTOCALL

19:15 'World Premiere' "SECTION 2" (UK) (11:37 min)

Written & Directed by Robyn Rainsford; DP/Cinematographer: Jackie Teboul; Editor: Sam Moseley; Producer: Amanda Brennan; Music Composer: Liam Procter; Production Designer: Sammy Dawson; (Sound Mix) Music Editor & Sound Designer: Jonny Firth

Starring: Finn O'Riordain (Cam); Tamsin Keeley (Kay); Sophie Westenra (Rachel); Pete Cesar (Azanza)

Storyline: As Cam struggles with his psychosis after being sectioned by the state, those closest to him fight for his release and battle the system which holds him. Director, Cast & Crew attending.

19:30 'World Premiere' "NOWHERE" Drama (UK) (80 min)

Written & Directed by Tim Seyfert; Director of Photography: Andy Qualtrough; Editor: Ben Fullman; Producers: Ben Fullman, Lisa Leilani; Production Designer: Tom Richards; Sound Mix by Chris Baker

Starring: Derek Nelson (Max); Jennifer Martin (Michele); Supporting Cast: Julian Seager (George); Jill Greenacre (Baxter); Kate Edney (Hilda); Lisa Leilani (Mom); Nigel Barber (Dad); Charm Tinn (Waitress)

Storyline: A troubled American living in England spends his days self-medicating and working as a reluctant substitute teacher until events force him to face his past and reclaim his life. Director, Cast & Crew attending.

21:00 'European Premiere' "OPPOSITE FATES" Family/Drama/Romance (Brazil) (97 min)

Directed by Walther Neto; Written by: Erick de Castro, Edu Felistoque; Original Screenplay: Marcos Moraes, Walther Neto; Produced by Marcos Moraes; Original Music Score: Walther Neto; DP/ Cinematography & Editing: WN Produções

Starring: Breno de Filippo (Tony de Barros); Priscila Sol (Helena); Danilo Sacramento (Waldir); Jackson Antunes (Jacinto); - Eucir de Souza ( Zé de Barros); Helena Cerello (Jussara); Marcos Breda (Jacaré); Carina Sacchelli (Carla); - José Vitor Antunes (Young Jacinto); Ton Crivelaro (Diego); Special Guest Appearances: Daniela Escobar (Clara); Michael Stone (Robert)

Storyline: Born in the Pantanal and the only son of a large farmer, with whom he has a difficult relationship, Tony de Barros decides to break with his roots after the death of his mother and a shocking discovery. Ambitious and driven by a sincere desire for victory, he sets out for a life far from everything that hurts him. Away from everything and everyone, Tony builds an internationally successful business career. Years later, due to the death of his father, the millionaire is forced to rediscover the past and return to his homeland, on a journey that could change his history. Director & Crew attending.

AT 23:15 All VIP PASS HOLDERS TO BE IN THE RECEPTION OF THE FESTIVAL HOTEL – A SHUTTLE SERVICE – TAKING US TO A MAGICAL NEARBY FRENCH RIVIERA LOACTION BETWEEN BEAULIEU SUR MER & CAP FERRAT – A FILM INDUSTRY EVENT