∞ ASMF MEDIA ∞
Back in 2002, Tim Bonython contemplated the idea to revive the past. To go on the road and show surf movies in pubs and clubs.
With the support of Quiksilver, the idea became a reality and the ASMF is now a yearly event.
The ASMF objective is to create a rapport with our audience, to share our passion and surfing visions.
Every event has a unique theme with a live music component. All films screened come from our independant production and also outsourced from other independant producers.
Today we are entering our 9th year. We have to thank our sponsors who contribute in various way and help us to keep putting on a successfull show.
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You can also contact us event@volatile.com.au or contact directly our PR: tatianna@littlehoboproject.com
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Australian Surf Movie Festival Announces 2011 Tour: Walkabout
(Australia Wide - December 15, 2010) Set for launch 25th of January 2011, the masterminds behind the nationwide tour are pleased to announce ASMF 2011: Walkabout.
The 2011 tour is scheduled to hit NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA and TAS running from February to March ‘11. The lineup is filled with films that convey a passion for travel and exploration partnered with live Australian music.
Filmmakers have been on the road capturing swell, adventure and discovery and are collaborating to be part of this extraordinary blend of elements that is the Australian Surf Movie Festival’s 9th annual event. With raw creative undertones and the Walkabout theme, the 2011 tour promises to stimulate the desire to explore.
In the spirit of discovery, ASMF 2011 presents a multifaceted evening incorporating projects from the new “Who is J.O.B.” to the visually stimulating mosaic of Tim Bonython’s footage collected on the road during 2010, ASMF incorporates a classic roster of household surf names such as Taylor Steele, Matt Hoy, Ry Crake and Jamie O’ Brien.
Hosted by ideally distinctive venues, ASMF 2011 offers a fine balance for the festivalgoer’s experience with unique musicians and live performances by Juzzie Smith, Laura Hill, Band of Frequencies and more.
As Tim Bonython Productions has always been a strong supporter of surfing associated not-for-profits, ASMF 2011 has dedicated support to Surfrider Foundation Australia and SurfAid International.
In addition to an invigorating evening of surf adventure and tunes, ASMF will be giving away surf gear door prizes at every event.
Designed to deliver a multifaceted excursion through film, travel, music, nature and a passionate approach to surfing, ASMF’s 2011 Walkabout conveys a blend of the traditional exploration fused with the evolution of a progressively shared love for the ocean, a festival created from the very heart of Australian surf culture.
For Event Schedule: http://www.volatile.com.au/ASMF9_2011/ASMF9_tourdates.html
PR & Publicity:
Tatianna K Alpert
little hobo project
0449565059
tatianna@littlehoboproject.com
ASMF Highlights Aboriginal Surfers in Explorative Surf Film: Walkabout
Set for launch 3 of February 2011, the masterminds behind the nationwide tour are pleased to announce ASMF 2011: Walkabout. Scheduled to hit NSW, QLD, SA, VIC, WA and TAS running from February to March ‘11. The lineup covers films that convey a passion for travel and exploration partnered with live Australian music. Filmmakers have been on the road capturing swell, adventure and discovery and are collaborating to be part of this extraordinary blend of elements that is the Australian Surf Movie Festival’s 9th annual event. With raw creative undertones and the Walkabout theme, the 2011 tour promises to ignite the desire to explore.
In the spirit of discovery, ASMF 2011 presents a multifaceted evening incorporating projects from the new “Who is J.O.B.” to the visually stimulating mosaic of Tim Bonython’s footage collected on the road during 2010, ASMF incorporates a classic roster of household surf names such as Taylor Steele, Matt Hoy, Ry Crake and Jamie O’ Brien.
Hosted by ideally distinctive venues, ASMF 2011 offers a fine balance for the festivalgoer’s experience with one music performance per night by either Juzzie Smith, Laura Hill, Band of Frequencies and more.
As Tim Bonython Productions has always been a strong supporter of surfing associated not-for-profits, ASMF 2011 has dedicated support to Surfrider Foundation Australia, Surfing Australia and SurfAid International.
In addition to an invigorating evening of surf adventure and tunes, ASMF will be giving away surf gear door prizes at every event.
Designed to deliver a multifaceted excursion through film, travel, music, nature and a passionate approach to surfing, ASMF’s 2011 Walkabout conveys a blend of the traditional exploration fused with the evolution of a progressively shared love for the ocean, a festival created from the very heart of Australian surf culture.
ASMF is currently scheduling Media Interviews with young Aboriginal Surfers from the screening of Walkabout at ASMF. The interviews taking place in relation to ASMF will be with either Joe Haddon, Otis Carey and Russ Molony, prominent in the surf community for their background and choice of surfing lifestyle. With a focus on lacking opportunities for Aboriginal youth to be exposed to an iconic aspect of Australian Culture that is Surfing and how these individuals found the opportunity to do so.
For Current and future press material please see our media link at: http://www.volatile.com.au/ASMF9_2011/ASMF9_media.html
You may also see the trailer at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wdfFkipFq4Y&feature=BF&list=PLF9B245BC0E47E072&index=1
Please note the premiere is 3/2 at Randwick Ritz Cinema, for all other national dates please see: http://www.volatile.com.au/ASMF9_2011/ASMF9_BOOKINGS.html
Press Contact:
little hobo project
Tatianna Alpert
0449565059
Tatianna@littlehoboproject.com
ASMF 2011 offers support to humanitarian and environmental organisations’ programs.
(Thursday, January 06, 2011) ASMF 2011 proudly supports SurfAid International, Surfrider Foundation Australia and Surfing Australia. In the endeavor of not only offering awareness and support for the selected groups, ASMF has taken extra strides to uphold the very messages they are supporting.
Surfrider Foundation Australia‘s Marine Debris Initiative aims at empowering individuals and community groups to work on proactive ways of reducing the amount of marine debris impacting their marine ecosystem. ASMF has chosen to reduce waist by option for a online marketing and sales. Minimal paper products have been incorporated to the festival’s approach and festivalgoers are encouraged to purchase tickets online.
In addition to the environmental awareness online ticket sales offer a unique opportunity for festivalgoers to support SurfAid International’s Emergency Recovery for the Oct 2010 earthquake and tsunami in the Mentawai Islands. Ticket buyers have the chance to donate to SurfAid International when purchasing online. 100% of donations will go to support SurfAid International in the Emergency Recovery programs currently taking place
The ASMF 2011 premiere will be hosted on Thursday the 3rd Feburary at The Randwick Ritz.
ASMF 2011 Tour Schedule:
http://www.volatile.com.au/ASMF9_2011/ASMF9_BOOKINGS.html
Surfrider Foundation Australia’s Marine Debris Initiative:
http://www.surfrider.org.au/what-we-do/marine-debris/
SurfAid International - Emergency Response and Recovery Videos / links:
http://www.surfaidinternational.org/
ASMF 2011 Highlights Australian Music to Accompany Festival
(Wednesday 19 January 2011) ASMF 2011 announces musicians to accompany the visual mosaic that is the variety of surf flicks lined up for ASMF’s Walkabout.. The 2011 tour is set for festival launch at Randwick Ritz Cinema 03.02.11, and promises to deliver an evening that will ignite the drive to explore.
When it comes to surf films, Australia has always been tuned on to the importance of well thought out soundtracks. In addition Australian Surf filmmakers have placed high priority on the importance of live music in or amongst film screenings. ASMF lives up to the challenge with a unique array of musicians scheduled to play throughout the five weeks tour.
ASMF is built to deliver a unique structure of hand picked short films, with a break of live music from a different musician, varying from event to event, and followed by a masterpiece of surf journeys from the last year.
Hand picked to represent the very nature of the festival, these musicians offer a well rounded balance to the mixture of films explored.
In the true spirit of the Australian exploration Tim Bonython, filmmaker and festival founder, has gone to great depths to source out “organic Australian music.”
Musicians to contribute to live music to the festival include; Tim McMillan Band, Laura Hill, Juzzie Smith, FisherKing, Pico & Dave Flower Band and Band of Frequencies.
well thought out roster compliments the festivals’ tone and promises to encompass the messages of exploration, roots and love for the ocean.
Most recently Juzzie Smith’s tunes have been highlighted on Outback Fight Club, yet he still has the passion for his music to draw a massive crowd on the streets of Byron Bay. It is musicians like these that play for the love and the onlookers that is exactly the vibe ASMF directors were looking for when they sought out music involvement.
These musicians live and breath the very messages ASMF directors are aiming to deliver, in the sense that it is about the event but it is and always has been about the people coming to the event, and including musicians with strong and passionate Australian roots is what it is all about.
Little hobo project
Tatianna Alpert
0449565059 / tatianna@littlehoboproject.com
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Image credit: Juzzie Smith in Byron Bay, photo by Pete Longworth
Photo: Michael Lawrence/SurfAid