Tarzana International Film Festival Attracts Big Names with Luke Hemsworth, Morgan Freeman, and Lou Ferrigno on Board
The Tarzana International Film Festival (TZIFF) is set to kick off on September 5-7, with a star-studded lineup that includes Luke Hemsworth, Morgan Freeman, and Lou Ferrigno. According to a report from Deadline, the festival will feature over 70 films, with the red carpet rolling out at the Regal Cinemas at Sherman Oaks Galleria.
The festival’s opening night will see the West Coast premiere of Gunner, an action-packed thriller directed and produced by Dimitri Logothetis, starring Hemsworth and Freeman. As noted by Deadline, this highly anticipated film is sure to draw a large crowd. In addition to the film’s premiere, Ferrigno, best known for his role as the Incredible Hulk, will be joining the festival as a featured awards presenter.
The festival’s organisers have also planned a tribute to the late Ron Ely, who played Tarzan in the NBC series in the late 1960s. Ferrigno will host the tribute, which is part of the 150th anniversary celebrations of writer Edgar Rice Burroughs’ birth. Furthermore, the Edgar Rice Burroughs Legacy Award will be presented to author Kevin J. Anderson, known for his work on the Dune saga alongside Frank Herbert, as reported by Deadline.
One of the unique aspects of TZIFF is its partnership with the Artificial Intelligence Media Festival, which showcases films, music, and visual art created with AI and advanced digital technologies. An AI Digital Art Exhibition will be held in the theater lobby, providing attendees with a chance to experience the latest innovations in AI-generated art. This innovative partnership is set to make TZIFF stand out from other film festivals.
The festival’s closing night will culminate in a gala and awards dinner at the Braemar Country Club. With a diverse lineup of films and a range of special events, TZIFF is shaping up to be a must-attend event for film enthusiasts. Deadline reports that the festival’s organisers are expecting a large turnout, with many big names in attendance.
In a statement, the festival’s organisers expressed their excitement at having Hemsworth, Freeman, and Ferrigno on board. "We are thrilled to have these talented individuals supporting TZIFF," they said. "Their involvement is a testament to the festival’s growing reputation as a premier event in the film industry." With TZIFF just around the corner, fans are eagerly anticipating the opportunity to see their favourite stars in attendance.
As previously reported by Deadline, "The festival takes place September 5-7, with the red carpet rolling out at the Regal Cinemas at Sherman Oaks Galleria for more than 70 films."
