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Poland’s American Film Festival Bets on U.S. Indies and Community Building: ‘Half the People I Know in L.A. I Met in Poland’


Poland’s American Film Festival, led by Ula Sniegowska, readying for its 15th edition, continues to bet on U.S. indies and community building.

It’s a great alternative to traditional production methods,” says Śniegowska, stressing the fest is always looking to celebrate those who “bring independent film to the fore of attention, who are consistent and brave in their decision making.” Last year, AFF gave its Indie Star Awards to Adele Romanski, producer of “Moonlight” and “Aftersun,” and Alex Ross Perry, fresh off the Italian premiere of “Pavements.” But now, there will be no escaping high-stakes politics. “We couldn’t shun away from that topic and decided to present five films about the American election process, including Elia Kazan’s ‘A Face in the Crowd’ and ‘The Manchurian Candidate.’ They will be introduced by Polish political analysts.

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