Join us for a screening of a local filmmaker’s project curated by Brooke "B" Sonenreich, of ATLFilmParty (AFP).
7:30-8:00 - Guests arrive and mingle
8:00-8:45 - Screening
8:45-9:15 - Panel Discussion
9:15-9:30 - Wrap out
Screening
the boogeyman - Feature documentary trailer
beautiful place - Music video
the girl with the om tattoo - Narrative short film
Moderator: Paras Chaudhari
Bio: Paras Chaudhari is a narrative-focused writer and director based in Atlanta. Staying true to his name—meaning alchemist in Hindi—he steers artistic processes that are deeply transformative. His work is rooted in the belief that the filmmaking process should be just as powerful as the stories being told.
In addition to his creative practice, Paras is the Program Director for No Comment, a summer filmmaking fellowship for emerging filmmakers aged 16–24. He centers collaboration, healthy creative culture, and the importance of confronting fear and resistance as essential parts of the artistic journey.
Paras' recent credits include serving as Creative Director, Producer, and actor for an NBCU commercial, Writer, Co-Director and actor of the narrative short the girl with the om tattoo—which screened at two Oscar-qualifying film festivals, including the Atlanta Film Festival 2024—and Producer and Editor of the Webby Award-nominated series Let’s Be Clear for Measures for Justice, for which he also directed one episode.
Known for his empathetic and empowering leadership style, Paras thrives when guiding creative teams—crystallizing vision, and putting faith into action.
Brooke "B" Sonenreich currently serves as the Events and Education Director at Moonshine Post-Production, a premier full-service post-production company in Atlanta, specializing in film, television, and advertising. Beyond her professional roles, Brooke's dedication to fostering local talent and enhancing the film community in Atlanta through ATLFilmParty highlights her commitment to the growth and vibrancy of the city's film industry.
Join us Saturday, May 24, from 12 pm-5 pm for an exclusive pop-up record store with Stokely’s Records! Swing by, put a record on, and browse the collection for sale, curated by Le’Shawn Taylor.
Join us for a special walkthrough of TALL AND WILD: Atlanta 1984–1994 with artist and curator Rosa Duffy, whose work explores identity, heritage, and the power of storytelling.
Join us for an intimate and thought-provoking conversation between Rosa Duffy—archivist, artist, and founder of Endless Editions ATL—and Floyd Hall, Executive Director of Atlanta Contemporary, as they discuss her exhibition "Tall and Wild" and reflect on the living archive of Black craft and memory in Atlanta.
