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Cine Sony, the National Association of Latino Independent Producers Announce First Annual Short Film Contest for Aspiring Filmmakers

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Zoe Saldana’s Cinestar Pictures to Join Judging Panel for Voces Nuevas

Cine Sony, Sony Pictures Television’s premier movie channel for the bi-cultural U.S. Latino audience, and the National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) announced the launch of Voces Nuevas, their inaugural short film contest for aspiring filmmakers throughout the U.S.  on November 13.

Through January 31, 2019, filmmakers age eighteen or over who reside in the U.S. are invited to submit short films from two to 20 minutes in length.

Judges reviewing submissions include actor and co-founder of Cinestar Pictures Zoe Saldana; Cinestar Pictures co-founders Cisely and Mariel Saldana; award-winning actor and producer Esai Morales; award-winning actress, producer and activist Lisa Vidal and senior creative executives from Sony Pictures Entertainment Worldwide Acquisitions and Screen Gems.

“Cine Sony is delighted to partner with NALIP to provide a platform to champion the talent and creativity of up-and-coming filmmakers in the U.S.,” Jeff Meier, Senior Vice President and General Manager, U.S. Networks, Sony Pictures Television, said. “On Cine Sony, we have a diverse array of entertainment content from comedies to action movies that reflects the varied interests of our Latino audience. With Voces Nuevas, we are continuing that commitment to showcase the diverse perspectives of aspiring content creators with different backgrounds and experiences.”

Voces Nuevas aims to discover and celebrate emerging film talent while providing a new resource for content development.

Entrants will compete for the chance to win $10,000 plus airfare and accommodations for up to five nights in Los Angeles for the opportunity to meet with Sony Pictures Television executives there.

The winner will also be awarded a scholarship to the 2019 NALIP Media Summit.

“NALIP is a prominent supporter of Latinx inclusion, a crucial and vital element in progressive entertainment and media. NALIP is thrilled to collaborate with the Cine Sony short film contest, ‘Voces Nuevas’. We believe this partnership will give Latinx filmmakers the opportunity to showcase their films to a wider range of audiences,” Ben Lopez, Executive Director for NALIP, said.

“My sisters Cisely, Mariel and I are thrilled to be judging the first annual Voces Nuevas film contest,” Zoe Saldana said. “Every opportunity to amplify Hispanic voices and stories is a further step toward empowering a community that significantly contributes to the cultural vibrancy of America.”

Submissions for Voces Nuevas are open through January 31, 2019.

Please visit CineSonyVocesNuevas.com for contest rules, and more information on how to enter for free.

Follow CineSony on social media to get the latest on Voces Nuevas via Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

About Cine Sony
Cine Sony is the home for Hollywood blockbusters in Spanish. Featuring uncut, box office favorites, critically acclaimed dramas, hit comedies, popular horror, adrenaline fueled action movies, family favorites and cutting edge music videos from Sony Music Latin artists, Cine Sony is the premier movie channel for the U.S. Latino audience. The network also offers on-demand content and an authenticated watch app CINE SONY through its distribution partners. Cine Sony is distributed by CenturyLink, Comcast, Cox Communications, DISH, and AT&T DirecTV, among others. For more information, visit cinesony.com.

About NALIP
The National Association of Latino Independent Producers (NALIP) is a national membership organization. NALIP stands as the premier Latino media organization, addressing for 20 years the most underrepresented and the largest ethnic minority in the country. NALIP’s mission is to discover, promote and inspire Latino content creators and diverse voices across all media platforms. For more information, visit NALIP.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Reasons to watch Cine Sony’s Cantinflas marathon this Thanksgiving weekend

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Reasons to watch Cine Sony’s Cantinflas marathon this Thanksgiving weekend
Reasons to watch Cantinflas marathon

Cantinflas, one of Mexico’s most beloved cinematic personalities and a masterful comedian, entertained families throughout the Americas for decades.

Often called the Charlie Chaplin of America, Cantinflas was an internationally known clown, acrobat, musician, satirist, business leader, activist and philanthropist who became a symbol of pride and hope.In honor of the holiday season, Cine Sony Television, a Sony Pictures Television network, has announced the network’s biggest ever movie marathon that features 33 films starring the legendary Mexican crossover comedian, Cantinflas.

Starting Thanksgiving Day at 7am ET/8 a.m. CT, this four day event will consist of popular films such as El Analfabeto, Los Tres Mosqueteros and A Volar Joven, all uncensored and commercial free.

You won’t want to miss this Thanksgiving marathon full of Spanish-language puns and explosions of laughter. 

Not yet convinced? Here’s a list of reasons why Cine Sony Television’s Cantinflas marathon is a must see for the entire family, young and old.

Family friendly laughs.

In the 1920s Cantinflas began making families throughout Mexico laugh.
His confusing command of language, also known as cantinflear along with his endearing personality is reflected in each of his films.
His trademark ability of talking quickly and nonsensically has always incited tremendous laugher from his audiences.

Often dressed in drooping pants held up by a rope, small silly hats and a funny mustache, Cantinflas’ films are the perfect option for making your movie suggestions the hit of your Thanksgiving break.A way of teaching families essential values. Cantinflas became a national icon for Mexico and a hero that has been permanently placed in Hispanic culture.

He was viewed as the nation’s most active philanthropist who constantly fought for the lower class and for social reform.
His movies and character show families that even if you have nothing, you can change that by creating your own opportunities for a better future.

So this Thanksgiving break, enjoy the Cine Sony Television marathon of Cantinflas with the whole family starting Nov. 24 to Nov. 27 at 7 a.m. ET/8 a.m. CT.

Popular films airing during the marathon include:

  • El Analfabeto (The Illiterate One)
  • A Volar Joven (To the Skies Young Man)
  • Los Tres Mosqueteros (The Three Musketeers)
  • El Padrecito (The Good Priest)
  • El Bolero De Raquel (Raquel’s Shoeshiner)
  • Ni Sangre Ni Arena Arena (Neither Blood Nor Sand)
  • El Barrendero (The Sweeper)
  • Su Excelencia (Your Excellency)
  • Si Yo Fuera Diputado (If I Were A Deputy)
  • El Bombero Atomico (The Atomic Fireman)
  • Don Quijote Cabalga de Nuevo (Don Quijote Rides Again)
  • El Ministro y Yo (The Minister and I)

For more information on Cine Sony Television’s Thanksgiving Weekend Cantinflas Movie Marathon and/or specific airtimes, please visit CineSony.com or check local listings.