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Michigan Filmmakers Shine at #GLCFF2024

The Great Lakes State Brings Forth Many Talented Creatives At Film Festival

Anthony T. Green

Detroit, Michigan Music Video Director wins BIG at #GLCFF2024. Anthony T. Green, director of the Music Video Dwell In The House featuring Sherrie Nunn Berry and Greg Pearson (producer/writer). The film was awarded Best Music Video and Audience Choice at the GLCFF2024 (The Great Lakes Christian Film Festival) held in Buffalo, New York, October 17-20, 2024. The Music Video was nominated in several categories, and a finalist in 9 taking home Best Director, Best Writer, Best Song in Music Video, as well as, Audience Choice. Notre Dame student Andrew Imai also was honored with his film The Last Vigil, and Barry Lyons returned with his documentary short film Tangier: Faith and Loss.

Michigan have been home to several award winners and nominees at the Great Lakes Christian Film Festival over the past 10 years. Walter Marshall in 2015, Heather Fairbanks in 2017, Rachel Smith with 2 films in 2020, Bethany Hazelitt in 2022, Nathan Roels, Kevin DeVries and Alan Maki in 2023, plus Barry Lyons and Andrew Imai in 2024. Actor Dean Cain, a native of Michigan, has been featured in many Christian films over the past decade, including God’s not Dead, and was featured on the GLCFF2021 Best Feature Film Break Every Chain.

Michigan has always been a home to creative arts, including those in the the music scene, with Motown’s greatest recording arts, as well as, rock & roll, heavy metal, and rap artists. Here’s a list of some musicians in connection to Michigan [ Ranker.com ] and some other famous people from the state [ Ranker.com ].

One thing is for sure, there will never be a shortage of great talent in the Great Lake State. We are making plans to host events there soon. We look forward to seeing more work coming from this great state.

Walter Marshall’s trailer for the documentary Life in Osborn (2015).
Gregory G. Pearson – Dwell In The House feat. Sherrie Nunn Berry (Official Video)

 

view the list of official selections, nominees and winners over the past 10 years 

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Documentary Wins Top Honors for #GLCFF2024

ANNOUNCEMENT

🎉 Congratulations to the 2024 Great Lakes Christian Film Festival 1st Place Overall Winner! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that the 1st Place Overall Film at this year’s festival is the extraordinary documentary feature “The Ark and the Darkness” from Sevenfold Films! Directed and written by Ralph Strean and produced by Dan Biddle, this compelling film captivated our audience and judges alike, delivering a powerful and illuminating story.

“The Ark and the Darkness” delves deep into history, faith, and the search for truth, blending insightful storytelling with beautiful visuals. It’s a journey that explores ancient mysteries with fresh perspectives, making it a must-watch documentary that inspires and educates.

Director Ralph Strean

Watch the Trailer: [Trailer Link]

Congratulations to Ralph Strean, Dan Biddle, and the entire Sevenfold Films team for this well-deserved recognition! Thank you for creating a film that has resonated so strongly within our community.

View all the results from the 2024 Great Lakes Christian Film Festival!

SELECTIONS – NOMINEES – WINNERS – AWARDS CEREMONY

The film voted by the jurors Best of the Fest goes to the documentary The Ark and The Darkness. 

still shot of “The Ark and the Darkness”

1st – The Ark and the Darkness [documentary feature] from Sevenfold Films; director and writer: Ralph Strean; producer: Dan Biddle [trailer].

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Press Release: #GLCFF2024 Kicks Off October 17-20 in Buffalo

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(Buffalo, New York, October 9, 2024) We are proud to announce our 10th annual Great Lakes Christian Film Festival, October 17-20, 2024, 9am – 9pm, at Bread of Life Church, 1638 South Park Ave, Buffalo, NY 14220. We will feature over 50 faith-based and family friendly films from around the globe, from Documentary and Narrative Features, to Student Shorts and Music Videos. In addition will have workshops, industry panels, and conclude with an Awards Ceremony, Sunday Night at 6pm. Cost ranges from $12 to $199 (VIP). Group discounts available for FIVE or more attendees.
Panel Discussions and Workshops scheduled, include two sessions hosted by David Heavener, a 35-year veteran in Hollywood as Actor, Producer, and Director. Saturday Night at 7 pm we will screen the premiere of the film Lucy and the Lake Monster, starring Western New York Actors DG Peltan, Lori Francisco-Peltan, and Shawn Patrick Greene, directed by Richard Rossi. PLUS, Frank Rossi, of Buffalo Film Casting, will discuss his involvement in casting for the film from Angel Studios, Cabrini.
More details including some of the film trailers on our website: www.glcff.com
If you would like to volunteer let us know by filling out the form: https://glcff.com/support/volunteers/
Shawn Patrick Greene
Executive Director
716-563-5984
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Great Lakes Christian Film Festival Returns for its 10th Edition
October 17-20, 2024 at the Bread of Life Church in Buffalo, NY

Buffalo, NY – October 9, 2024 – The Great Lakes Christian Film Festival (GLCFF) is thrilled to announce its 10th annual celebration of faith-based films and filmmakers. The festival will take place from October 17-20, 2024, at the Bread of Life Church in Buffalo, NY. Over the past decade, GLCFF has grown into one of the premier events in Christian cinema, showcasing films from around the world that inspire, uplift, and encourage audiences.

Founded in 2014 by Shawn Patrick Greene, GLCFF has become a beacon for faith-based filmmakers, offering them a platform to share their stories and creative visions. This year’s festival promises to be a memorable event, featuring an exciting lineup of feature films, documentaries, shorts, and student films, all centered on themes of hope, faith, and redemption.

Highlights of the 2024 Festival Include:

  • Film Screenings: More than 50 films from around the globe will be featured, including award-winning projects, thought-provoking documentaries, and inspiring short films.
  • Special Guests and Speakers: Renowned Christian filmmakers, actors, and producers will be in attendance for panel discussions, Q&A sessions, and workshops.
  • Networking Opportunities: GLCFF provides an invaluable platform for Christian filmmakers to connect, collaborate, and celebrate their craft together.
  • Awards Ceremony: The festival will conclude with an awards ceremony recognizing excellence in various categories, including Best Feature Film, Best Director, and the Audience Choice Award.

This year’s venue, Bread of Life Church, provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for festival attendees, making it the perfect backdrop for a weekend of faith and fellowship. The church is located in the heart of Buffalo, a city known for its vibrant arts and culture scene.

Tickets and Registration: Tickets are available now for single-day passes, full festival passes, and group rates. To purchase tickets and see the full schedule of events, visit the official GLCFF website at http://www.glcff.com.

About the Great Lakes Christian Film Festival: The Great Lakes Christian Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing and celebrating films that reflect Christian values. Since its inception, GLCFF has brought together filmmakers and audiences to experience films that entertain, inspire, and challenge in a Christ-centered way. The festival seeks to promote positive media and to support filmmakers in their mission to impact the world through storytelling.

For media inquiries, interviews, and press passes, please contact:

Shawn Patrick Greene
Founder/Director, Great Lakes Christian Film Festival
Email:glcffest@gmail.com
Phone: (716) 253-1870‬
Website: http://www.glcff.com

Join us this October as we celebrate faith, film, and fellowship in the heart of Buffalo!

MEDIA CONTACT:
Shawn Patrick Greene
Great Lakes Christian Film Festival
glcffest@gmail.com
Phone: (716) 253-1870‬
Website: http://www.glcff.com

 

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Announcing #GLCFF2024 Dates and Selections

Greetings filmmakers, fans, actors and supporters of Christian Films! 

Thanks to everyone of you that submitted your projects to our festival this year. Without you, there would be no festival. We have completed the selection process for this year’s film festival. The 2024 Great Lakes Christian Film Festival (#GLCFF2024) is gearing up for some great events, screenings and networking opportunities.

We are made the final plans for hosting this years festival in Buffalo, New York this fall. We are excited about having our host the film fest, as it is near on of the Seven Wonders of the World “Niagara Falls” so get bring your passports, if you want to visit the Canadian side.

Volunteer opportunities are available with perks! GLCFF 2024 Volunteer Interest Form: https://forms.gle/zRAj15ehDwhm2ET28

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Dates are October 17-20 and venue is Bread of Life Church. Nominations will roll out in a few weeks. Awards will be presented at the conclusion of the festival.

Tickets for the festival go on sale on August 1st. ( click for more details ).

We look forward to seeing you all!

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We will be releasing trailers of selections in the coming weeks. You can check out these trailers and teasers of some of the official selections for this year below or go to our YouTube Channel. A complete list of the 2024 Official Selections can be found HERE.

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#GLCFF2023 “And the Winner Is…”

Congratulations to the top selected films for the 2023 Great Lakes Christian Film Festival

2023 had the most competitive selections to chose from. The filmmaking process has indeed increased in quality of storytelling, performance and production value the past several years, making this year’s projects the most difficult to award the Best of the Fest. Congratulations goes to the cast and crew from 2 Captains Film Company for being selected the top film of GLCFF2023.

All the top selections in each category are listed on the WINNERS page.  

Selections | Nominees | Winners

THE HOLY ARCHIPELAGO [WINNER]

Russian Documentary About Legendary Northern Monastery

by Director Sergei Debizhev

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Sergei Debizhev – Director/Writer for The Holy Archipelago (Russia)

Award-winning filmmaker, screenwriter and social influencer. He is a trailblazer of a film style that creates poetic images of extraordinary emotional impact together with profound meaning for audiences worldwide. Debizhev is prominent in the film world as one of the most authoritative documentarian of Russia.

He has directed more than 30 feature films and nonfiction stories about important issues of our time. Many of them were awarded prizes and diplomas from prestigious international and Russian film festivals. His film, The Celestial Tavrida, was shortlisted for 27th Shanghai TV Festival Magnolia Awards as the Best foreign film and 11th China Academy Awards of Documentary Film for Best editing.

Read the interview by Dmitry Zlodorev from Orthodox Christianity with Executive Director of the Great Lakes Christian Film Festival Shawn Patrick Greene about the 2023 award winning documentary film “Holy Archipelago”

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All the top selections in each category are listed on the WINNERS page.  

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