Peachtree Village
International Film Festival

OCTOBER 16-19, 2025

Celebrating Our 20th Anniversary

Peachtree Village International Film Festival (PVIFF) is Atlanta’s premiere festival of film, culture, and creativity, featuring film screenings, the Annual PVIFF Awards, Pitch Tent, Panels, Masterclasses, and Community Events. For 20 Years, PVIFF has provided a powerful platform for actors, producers, and directors to connect with executives, celebrities, and networks to foster innovation while honoring cinematic excellence and inspiring communities worldwide.

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Peachtree Village International Film Festival

20 Years of Legacy!

PVIFF Celebrates its 20th Year and we are happy to invite you to join us!

PANELS | WORKSHOPS

From Cast Me If You Can to Bill Duke's Actors Bootcamp — Register Today!!!

FILMS | PVIFF AWARDS

Screenings will take place all weekend and the PVIFF Awards are sure to be a treat!

2025 PVIFF Awards

2025 HONORED GUESTS

Friends, Panelists, Award Recipients & More

PREVIOUS CELEBRITY GUESTS

HAVE AN IDEA?

PITCH YOUR
MOVIE IDEA

5 MINUTES TO PITCH YOUR IDEA LIVE to top producers, executives, and directors in the industry.

If you are seeking financing for your film or television projects, CLICK HERE. (This is just the financing form. The pitch tent tickets are separate.)

Investors | Producers | Distributors

-James "JB" Brown (Executive Producer/Distributor)
-Lamont Pete (Head of TV-Sunset Pictures)
-Kevin Garnett (Writer/Producer)
-Chad Hagan (Executive Producer/Investor)
-Lisa Osinoye (Executive Producer)
-Adam Engelhard (Head of Production - Buffalo 8)
-Misha Hedman (Producer)
-Clarissa Robinson (Producer/Casting Director)

More Investors | Producers | Distributors

-Derrick Wills (Executive Producer/Investor)
-Aisha Wynn (Executive Producer/Investor)
-Wayne Overstreet (Producer/Distribution Executive)
-Howard Clay (Producer/Director)
-Shaun Mathis (Director/Producer)
-Cortez McNeil (Executive Producer - C.A.M. Productions)
-Jeff Robinson(Executive Producer/Manager)
-Roy Turner (Attorney)

Over 3,500 Foot Traffic Attendees

A launching pad for many successful filmmakers and other artists alike.

Powerful Networking

Connecting thru our Network, Panels, Film Screenings, Special Events, Workshops, Parties, More.

It Takes A Village

Over 100+ Entertainment Power Brokers representing more than 100+ companies. Over 500+ Submissions.

2025 Panel

Cast Me If You Can

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes journey into the world of casting, as we assemble an elite panel of casting directors, industry insiders, and A-list actors to share their insights, secrets, and stories.Discover the art of choosing the perfect actors to breathe life into iconic characters and make movie history.

Panelists

-Adrienne Allen

-Dominique Nicole

-Myles Truitt

-Angela Davis

-Barbara Divisek

-The Cinema Dolls

WATCH AND VOTE

"EPIFF JARO 2024 Short Film Competition WINNER"

This year's submissions were AMAZING and hard to choose betwen, but the 2024 JARO Best Short Film is....THE THERAPIST by Ahmad Muhammad & Gabriel Reis.

FULL WINNERS LIST

1st Place Winner

THE THERAPIST

Directed By:
Ahmad Muhammad, Gabriel Reis

Enjoy the TOP 40 Short Film Finalists

Continue Watching the Short Films at www.watchjaro.com/epiff-2024

20th Peachtree Village International Film Festival

20th ANNUAL PVIFF AWARDS 2025

Honoring 20 Years of Legacy!

The 20th Annual PVIFF Awards will be held at the Hyatt Villa Christina - 4000 Summit Blvd NE, Atlanta Ga 30319. Red Carpet & VIP Reception begin at 2:00pm and the Ceremony starts at 4:00pm. Get Your Tickets Today as there is limited availablity!

SPECIAL GUESTS

KEITH ROBINSON
MYLES TRUITT
YUNG JOC
COCOA BROWN
KEVIN HOOKS
AARON D. SPEARS
DOMINIQUE NICOLE
MONIQUE CARILLO

SPECIAL GUESTS

PARIS BENNETT
RODNEY PERRY
CARL GILLIARD
JENNIFER SEARS
JERMEL HOWARD
DJ HERSHEY
Hosted By: LYDIA CAESAR

Upcoming Events, Panels, Workshops, Screenings, & More

Festival Events

Acclaimed Actor

Bill Duke's ACTOR'S BOOTCAMP

Your chance to train with legends and industry leaders in an intensive 2-day workshop in Atlanta, GA.

Led by Hollywood Icon Bill Duke

Legendary actor, director, producer, and writer with decades of experience. (Predator, Menace II Society, American Gigolo, Sister Act 2, and dozens more). He will guide you through performance, scene work, and the business side of acting — offering feedback and wisdom you won’t find anywhere else.

ALSO FEATURING:

Terri J. Vaughn – Actress, Producer, Director
Carl Gilliard – Actor, Producer, Director
Eric Hamilton – Acclaimed Artificial Intelligence Expert (technology & entertainment insights)

Wayne Overstreet – Producer, Distributor
Len Gibson – Producer, Distributor
REGISTER TODAY

Welcome To EPIFF

Previous Speakers & Personalities

Omari Hardwick

Actor

Barbara Niven

Actress/Producer

Chadwick Boseman

Actor

Naturi Naughton

Singer, Songwriter, Actress

Blair Underwood

American Actor

Ruby Dee

Actress, Poet, Playwright, Civil Rights Activist

Omar Benson Miller

Actor

Ava Duvernay

Filmmaker

Bill Duke

Award Winning Actor/Director

Lou Gossett, Jr

Oscar Winner

Jonna Naegele

Acting Coach

Anthony Anderson

Actor, Comedian, Writer, and Game Show Host

Isaiah John

Actor

Jeffrey Wright

Actor

Malcolm Lee

Director

Birgundi Baker

Actress

Alex Hibbert

Actor

Will Packer

Producer/Director

Rob Hardy

Producer/Director

Ozzie Areu

Producer

Joe Morton

Actor

Tirrell Whittley

CEO & Filmmaker

Kim Fields

Actress

Melvin Van Peebles

Actor

Thursday, October 16 — Sunday, October 19

2025 DAILY SCHEDULE

DAY 1 Thursday - 10/16/25
DAY 2 Friday - 10/17/25
DAY 3 Saturday - 10/18/25
DAY 4 Sunday - 10/19/25

Afterparty

7:00 PM
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12:00 AM

BATSI ATL - Offsite - 4075 Buford Hwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30345

Monologues & Mingle Opening Night Party

Join us for captivating live monologues—raw, powerful performances that set the tone for the festival ahead. Once the stage lights fade, the vibe shifts into a lively mingle where creators, performers, and guests connect over music, drinks, and good energy. It’s more than an opening night—it’s the spark that ignites the entire festival. **Offsite at BATSI

ONLINE

Thursday
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Friday

Short Film Competition

SCREEN and RATE the 2025 Finalists for the OFFICIAL JARO | PVIFF SHORTS COMPETITION.

BUY TICKETS

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Registration

9:00 AM
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HOST HOTEL - Hyatt Villa Christina - 4000 Summit Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30319

REGISTRATION

Check-In is digital! Please use use your mobile device or print your tickets to have them scanned at the entrances of the event you're attending. However, there will be help desks available throughout the festival.

Screenings

10:00 AM
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10:30 PM

HOST HOTEL - Hyatt Villa Christina - 4000 Summit Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30319

Film Screenings

Watch Films & Screenings. *Please be sure to check the Screening Schedule as times may vary and are subject to change.

Private

12:00 PM
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6:00 PM

HOST HOTEL - Hyatt Villa Christina - 4000 Summit Blvd, Atlanta, GA 30319

Pitch Tent

Register to pitch your ideas to television and film production executives for a chance to have your film or television series produced. Each pitch registrant will have 5 minutes to pitch their concept LIVE in front of a panel of various professionals and entities to include but not limited to:

PANELISTS: Investors | Producers | Distributors -James "JB" Brown (Executive Producer/Distributor) -Lamont Pete (Head of TV-Sunset Pictures) -Kevin Garnett (Writer/Producer) -Chad Hagan (Executive Producer/Investor) -Lisa Osinoye (Executive Producer) -Adam Engelhard (Head of Production - Buffalo 8) -Misha Hedman (Producer) -Clarissa Robinson (Producer/Casting Director) -Derrick Wills (Executive Producer/Investor) -Aisha Wynn (Executive Producer/Investor) -Wayne Overstreet (Producer/Distribution Executive) -Howard Clay (Producer/Director) -Shaun Mathis (Director/Producer) -Cortez McNeil (Executive Producer - C.A.M. Productions) -Jeff Robinson (Executive Producer/Manager) -Roy Turner (Attorney)

TABLE READS

2:00 PM
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6:00 PM

HOST HOTEL - Hyatt Villa Christina - Gardenview Rm

Table Reads

Writers, Producers & Actors come together to read and enact various Scripts

PANEL

4:00 PM
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5:00 PM

HOST HOTEL - Hyatt Villa Christina - Azalea Rm

Sound, Music, & Movie Royalties

When the beat drops and the credits roll—who really gets paid? This dynamic panel unpacks the money, the law, and the hustle behind sync deals, soundtracks, and royalties. Artists, lawyers, and producers collide to reveal how to turn creative work into lasting revenue. PANELISTS: Gene Andrews (Moderator) – Commissioner, Black Arts & Entertainment; Music Producer/Manager | Heather Beverly – Entertainment Attorney | Marvin Arrington – Entertainment Attorney | James “JB” Brown – Producer/Composer | Jeff Robinson – Manager/Producer, MBK Entertainment | Kenny Jones – Artist/Producer | Yung Joc – Artist/Producer | Allen Johnston – Global Distributor/Licensor

WORKSHOP

6:00 PM
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7:00 PM

HOST HOTEL - Hyatt Villa Christina - Azalea Rm

Speed Networking: Fast Lane to Success

Attendees will rotate between tables in timed sessions, engaging in 1-on-1 discussions with a diverse group of industry leaders & influencers. Panelists: Commissioner Gene Andrews National Black Entertainment & Arts | Leslie Greene- Casting Director | Misha Headman-Producer (MBK Entertainment) | Tabari Sturdivant – Producer/Director | Clarissa Robinson- (Casting Director/Producer) | Gia Compton, ESQ (AMG Business Affairs Director) and more….