The evening started out with an elegant VIP and press reception with services of cocktails, fine wine, and Hors d'oeuvres. Everybody who's anybody attended and I was certainly very excited to be there. Although I'm not going to name drop, it was definitely a luxurious occasion to say the least.
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| Emmy Award winning Filmmaker Adriana Bosch |
After the reception there was a red carpet line-up of special guests and along with the evenings opening remarks. I personally enjoyed mingling, networking, and taking photos with a few of the attendees of the festival last night. Later we enjoyed the featured film that we all have been waiting for! The first installment of a 3-part film "Latin Music USA: Divas and Superstars," a film by Emmy Award winning filmmaker, Adriana Bosch. I loved it and can't wait to see the last two installments! The film really broke down the history of Latin American singers in the U.S. and how they have influenced a whole new style of music that we come to enjoy today. Definitely a must see!
This was my first year attending WIFF that was founded by Yvonne McCormack-Lyons back in 2006. It was Yvonne's purpose and mission to really empower women's artistic views and give women a voice! From what I hear WIFF has come a long way, growing with the number of attendees every year! I'm so happy that I was able to attend the opening night and it's not too late for you to attend the rest of the days! Be sure to just log onto www.womensfilmfest.com to check schedules and ticket prices; which by the way are extremely reasonable. If you can't make it this year definitely check it out next year. You'll be glad you did!