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     The reception took place at the trendy SAPA restaurant in the Flatiron district of Manhattan.  A number of celebrities and dignitaries attended the affair including The Honorable Michael Misick, Chief Minister of Turks & Caicos Islands along with his wife actress LisaRaye Misick – others in attendance were Staci J (The Apprentice) Chad Coleman (The Wire) Dave Mays (Source Magazine) and Jacob the Jeweler.

     TCIFF will take a unique focus on films by celebrating the fusion of film and music.  The Festival will honor those films from all over the world that best marry music to cinema through content, character, theme and score/soundtrack.  Also highlighted throughout the festival will be the work of one special artist that encompasses both music and film.

     Actress/producer Jasmine Guy is the Executive Director for the festival, along with Terrence Duckette, President of Imani World Productions, LLC.  Academy Award-nominated producer Karolyn Ali is the Program Director.  “I have felt for a long time that film and music are inseparable in creating an impactful on-screen experience” explains Guy.  “This is a great opportunity to celebrate that fusion, and to embrace films and filmmakers from around the globe.”

     Known for its amazing beauty, Turks & Caicos Islands have become one of the most sought-after celebrity destinations.  “We are extremely pleased to welcome the world’s filmmakers to Turks & Caicos this October for what will become an annual gathering that celebrates great filmmaking in a setting like no other on Earth, notes The Honorable Michael Misick.

     The Turks & Caicos Islands International Film Festival promises to be an exciting event.  TCIFF boast…“days and evenings filled with screenings, premieres and film-related activities, with plenty of time for fun in the sun and other island pleasures.  Each night shines with parties, concerts, and outdoor mixers on the tantalizing white sands of Turks & Caicos”.   (Imagine that!)

     Competition categories for the TCIFF cover a wide range of film and music including: Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Documentary, Best Song and Best Score.

     For more information on The Turks & Caicos Islands International Film Festival, visit their website at www.turksandcaicosfilmfestival.com.  

Dianne Quander is a writer in New York City.  She can be reached at dqstyle7@earthlink.net