AFI FEST 2014 presented by Audi Announces Clint Eastwood's AMERICAN SNIPER as the Secret Screening
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- Category: Entertainment News
- Published on Tuesday, 11 November 2014 05:43
- Written by AFI
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, LOS ANGELES, CA, November 11, 2014 – AFI FEST 2014 presented by Audi, a program of the American Film Institute, announced today that Clint Eastwood's AMERICAN SNIPER will be the Secret Screening today, November 11, at 9:00 p.m.at the Egyptian Theatre.
"Clint Eastwood is an American icon," said Bob Gazzale, AFI President & CEO. "His are stories that stand the test of time, and we are proud and honored to unveil his latest masterpiece."
Opening in limited release onDecember 25, 2014, AMERICAN SNIPER stars Bradley Cooper as Chris Kyle, the most lethal sniper in U.S. military history. But there was much more to him than his skill as a sharpshooter. U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Kyle is sent to Iraq with only one mission: to protect his brothers-in-arms. His pinpoint accuracy saves countless lives on the battlefield and, as stories of his courageous exploits spread, he earns the nickname "Legend." However, his reputation is also growing behind enemy lines, putting a price on his head and making him a prime target of insurgents. He is also facing a different kind of battle on the home front: striving to be a good husband and father from halfway around the world. Despite the danger, as well as the toll on his family at home, Chris serves through four harrowing tours of duty in Iraq, personifying the spirit of the SEAL creed to "leave no one behind." But upon returning to his wife, Taya (Sienna Miller), and kids, Chris finds that it is the war he can't leave behind.
Admission to the screening will be available to AFI FEST 2014 passholders and the general public through online ticket reservations at AFI.com/AFIFEST, as well as at the AT&T Box Office located at Hollywood & Highland. In addition the Rush Line will begin forming at8:00 p.m.
For the 11th year, Audi is the festival's presenting sponsor. Additional top sponsors include AT&T, Coca-Cola, VIZIO, American Airlines (the official airline of AFI), Dunkin' Donuts, Netflix and Stella Artois. The festival's venue sponsors include the Dolby Theatre, TCL Chinese Theatres, the Hollywood & Highland Center, the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel and the Egyptian Theatre.
About the American Film Institute
AFI is America's promise to preserve the heritage of the motion picture, to honor the artists and their work and to educate the next generation of storytellers. AFI programs include the AFI Catalog of Feature Films and AFI Archive, which preserve film heritage for future generations; the AFI Life Achievement Award, the highest honor for a career in film;AFI Awards, honoring the most outstanding motion pictures and television programs of the year;AFI's 100 Years...100 Moviestelevision events and movie reference lists, which have introduced and reintroduced classic American movies to millions of film lovers; year-round and special event exhibition throughAFI FEST presented by Audi, AFI DOCS and theAFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center; and educating the next generation of storytellers at the world-renownedAFI Conservatory. For more information about AFI, visit AFI.com or connect with AFI at twitter.com/AmericanFilm,facebook.com/AmericanFilmInstitute and youtube.com/AFI.
About AFI FEST presented by Audi
A program of the American Film Institute, AFI FEST presented by Audi is a celebration of global cinema and today's Hollywood – an opportunity for master filmmakers and emerging artists to come together with audiences in the movie capital of the world. AFI FEST is the only festival of its stature that is free to the public. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognizes AFI FEST as a qualifying festival for both Short Film categories for the annual Academy Awards®. This year's edition takes place November 6–13, 2014. Additional information about AFI FEST is available at AFI.com/AFIFEST. Connect with AFI FEST at facebook.com/AFIFEST,twitter.com/AFIFESTand youtube.com/AFIFEST.
About Audi
Audi of America Inc. and its U.S. dealers offer a full line of German-engineered luxury vehicles. AUDI AG is among the most successful luxury automotive brands globally. The Audi Group delivered 1,575,500 vehicles to customers globally in 2013, and broke all-time company sales records for the fourth straight year in the U.S. Through 2018, AUDI AG will invest about $30 billion in new products, facilities and technologies. Visit www.audiusa.com orwww.audiusanews.com for more information regarding Audi vehicles and business topics.
