Bankok, Thailand – The independent international and domestic multi-award-winning short documentary film, “Justice for George Floyd: The Tipping Point?” will return to Bangkok Thailand as an Official Selection, Documentary Short Film of the 9FilmFest. It was produced and directed by Dr. Christopher C. Odom, MFA, PhD. The documentary short film explores the use of imagery and narrative on social media during the Justice for George Floyd Protests and offers activities strategies for future social movements rooted in social justice, social change, and equity for people of color.
The 9FilmFest history originates with the founding of the original Bangkok Film Festival in 1999. Bangkok Film Festival was the first international film festival held in Thailand. Opening at the Brand New Multiplex Theatres at the Emporium on Sukhumvit road. The success and excitement generated the film industry in Thailand. As filmmaking technology advanced, becoming more accessible to everyone, including all of us who carry cell phones which can shoot HD! Thus, 9FilmFest was started to inspire and support emerging filmmakers of today and tomorrow. The 10th annual 9FilmFest will be held November 3-4, 2023.