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Additional films include Jonathan Dekel's Checkout and the world premiere of local Austin filmmaker Riley Cusick's The Wild Man

AUSTIN, Texas - September 9, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Austin Film Festival (AFF), the premier film festival recognizing writers' and filmmakers' contributions to film, television, and new media, announced today that The Whale will serve as the festival's Opening Night selection. Directed by Academy Award®-nominee Darren Aronofsky (Requiem for a Dream, Black Swan, The Wrestler). The Whale stars Brendan Fraser and is written by Samuel D. Hunter, based on his acclaimed play of the same name. The Whale will screen the opening night of the Festival, October 27, with Hunter in attendance.

Additionally, AFF is hosting a special screening of James Gray's latest film Armageddon Time, with Gray in attendance to receive this year's Bill Wittliff Award for Screenwriting. Previous recipients include Buck Henry (1997), Lawrence Kasdan (2001), Nancy Meyers (2016), and Tony Gilroy (2018). The festival is also welcoming a wide slate of films including Israeli filmmaker Jonathan Dekel's Checkout and the world premiere of local Austin filmmaker Riley Cusick's The Wild Man.

THE WHALE
OPENING NIGHT SELECTION
Directed by: Darren Aronofsky
Written by: Samuel D. Hunter

ARMAGEDDON TIME
Directed/written by: James Gray

THE WILD MAN
WORLD PREMIERE
Directed/written by: Riley Cusick

CHECKOUT
WORLD PREMIERE
Directed/written by: Jonathan Dekel
Written by: Shai Satran

THE FIRE THAT TOOK HER
Directed by: Patricia E. Gillespie

FOLLOW HER
Directed by: Sylvia Caminer

FOR THE LOVE OF FRIENDS
Directed/written by: Cara Consilvio

GOLDEN DELICIOUS
Directed by: Jason Karman
Written by: Gorrman Lee

For the complete release, including synopses of all films and more about James Gray, visit https://bit.ly/3x36tAs. 

Press accreditation is now open through Oct. 8, 2022. Press apply at austinfilmfestival.com/contact/press-inquiries

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ABOUT AUSTIN FILM FESTIVAL: 
Austin Film Festival (AFF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to furthering the art, craft and business of writers and filmmakers and recognizing their contributions to film, television, and new media. AFF champions the work of aspiring and established writers and filmmakers by providing unique cultural events and services, enhancing public awareness and participation, and encouraging dynamic and long-lasting community partnerships. AFF is supported in part by the Cultural Arts Division of the City of Austin Economic Development Department and the Texas Commission on the Arts. All attendees and events are based on permitting schedules and are subject to change and/or cancellation without notice. Badges and passes are available for purchase online at www.austinfilmfestival.com or by phone at 1-800-310-FEST.

ABOUT BILL WITTLIFF AWARD FOR SCREENWRITING:
Introduced in 1995, Austin Film Festival's Bill Wittliff Award for Screenwriting has honored the leading storytellers of film, television, and new media.  Past award recipients include Buck Henry (1997), Lawrence Kasdan (2001), and Nancy Meyers (2016).

PRESS CONTACTS:
Breanna Washington
Jive PR + Digital
(720) 366-8617
[email protected]

Lynsey Gray
Jive PR + Digital
(250) 505-6434
[email protected]

Kristen O'Brien
Austin Film Festival
(512) 660-8850
[email protected]

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Original Source: Austin Film Festival Announces The Whale and Armageddon Time in Second Wave of Festival Program, James Gray to Receive Bill Wittliff Award for Screenwriting

Recent audiobook release "In Lou of Going Out: A Collection of Recipes from Family and Friends" from Audiobook Network author Louis J McNerney is a compilation of tasty recipes to share with family and friends that were collected during the COVID-19 stay-at-home effort.

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - September 9, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Louis J McNerney, a prep chef at the Ohana Diner in Incline Village, N.V., has completed his new audiobook "In Lou of Going Out: A Collection of Recipes from Family and Friends": a recipe collection of home cooking that McNerney was inspired to write during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

McNerney wants his collection of recipes to be something positive people can look to, as he writes, "Lou was inspired to publish a book of recipes and wanted to include recipes from friends and family. He wanted to contribute something positive to the pandemic nightmare we are all dealing with. Part of the proceeds of this book will be donated to Feeding America."

Published by Audiobook Network, author Louis J McNerney's new audiobook is a fantastic recipe collection with a variety of delicious dishes. All these recipes were made to create an enjoyable experience during the making and eating process. McNerney hopes that this book will foster a closeness and fellowship among family and friends during mealtimes.

Not only does this book includes dozens of appetizing recipes, but it also includes wine parings and cooking charts. Everything listeners need to create delicious meals and wonderful memories is included in this book. McNerney hopes that listeners will gain confidence using his recipes and one day make some recipes of their own.

Listeners can purchase the audiobook edition of "In Lou of Going Out: A Collection of Recipes from Family and Friends" by Louis J McNerney through Audible, the Apple iTunes Store, or Amazon. 

Audiobooks are the fastest growing segment in the digital publishing industry. According to The Infinite Dial 2019, 50% of Americans age 12 and older have listened to an audiobook. This huge growth can be partly attributed to increased listening in cars, which surpassed the home as the #1 audiobook listening location in the 2019 survey. Smart speaker proliferation also bodes well for future listening growth and more mainstream listening. 

Audiobook Network, Inc. (ABN) is a full-service audiobook publishing company that transforms authors' books or e-books to life through audio narration. ABN handles narration, production, audio editing, digital formatting, distribution, promotion, and royalty collections all under one roof. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Audiobook Network at 866-296-7774.

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Original Source: Louis J McNerney's new Audiobook 'In Lou of Going Out: A Collection of Recipes from Family and Friends' is a collection of recipes to make and share with loves ones

Recent audiobook release "Choice" from Audiobook Network author Terence Ramone Gills centers around Trevor, a young man given every opportunity in the world to become a successful and productive member of society. Despite his upbringing, Trevor quickly finds himself on the path of self-destruction, not realizing these are the consequences of his own personal choices that have led to this moment.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - September 9, 2022 - (Newswire.com)

Terence Ramone Gills, a proud father, stepfather, and grandfather, has completed his new audiobook "Choice": a fascinating tale which explores how certain choices throughout one's life can alter their path forever and lead them to a lifestyle from which there is no escape.

Writes Gills, "This is a fictional story about a young man who has the choice to take part in some of life's greater opportunities, but he chooses some of life's greatest mishaps, which ultimately strip him of some of life's more prominent opportunities."

Published by Audiobook Network, author Terence Ramone Gills's new audiobook follows the life of Trevor, whose opportunities in life cleared the way for him to achieve incredible things and live a life of success. However, a few wrong choices change his path forever in this stunning tale, leading to him being forced to accept personal accountability for his own actions.

Expertly paced and full of surprising twists, Gills's character-driven drama shines a light on the compounding results that seemingly unrelated choices can have on one's future, and the ways in which one must take responsibility for the harm they cause to others.

Listeners can purchase the audiobook edition of "Choice" by Terence Ramone Gills through Audible, the Apple iTunes store, or Amazon. 

Audiobooks are the fastest growing segment in the digital publishing industry. According to The Infinite Dial 2019, 50% of Americans age 12 and older have listened to an audiobook. This huge growth can be partly attributed to increased listening in cars, which surpassed the home as the #1 audiobook listening location in the 2019 survey. Smart speaker proliferation also bodes well for future listening growth and more mainstream listening. 

Audiobook Network, Inc. (ABN) is a full-service audiobook publishing company that transforms authors' books or eBooks to life through audio narration. ABN handles, narration, production, audio editing, digital formatting, distribution, promotion, and royalty collections all under one roof. For additional information or media inquiries, contact Audiobook Network at 866-296-7774.

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Original Source: Author Terence Ramone Gills's new Audiobook 'Choice' is a captivating tale of the ways in which seemingly random life choices can change one's course forever