Clang Rose Wedding Film Festival

01/03/2025

Submissions Now Open – Clang Rose Film Festival 2026

Clang Rose Film Festival is officially accepting submissions! This season, we’re introducing new categories, including REEL LOVE: A Content Creator Spotlight, celebrating digital storytellers who capture love, weddings, and human connections in creative ways.

We also welcome student filmmakers and continue to accept entries in wedding films, narratives, documentaries, animations, and more.

Don't miss the chance to showcase your work on a global stage. Submit your film today!
https://filmfreeway.com/clangroseweddingfilmfestival

28/02/2025

Big thanks to Resistance band for rocking the Clang Rose Film Festival! 🎶 Huge shoutout to Deputy Mayor Terry Lau for bringing them in—made the night even more special! 🙌

Rich Pazzani shared: 'The Resistance features Lloyd Thompson, Mike Katsoris, Rick Peterson, and myself, all of whom have been involved in music for over 40 years. The Beatles and the British music invasion inspired us to pursue music, and our band specializes in covering songs from the 1960s and 1970s. Our dynamic sound is a direct result of our strong relationship with each other.'

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26/02/2025

Clang Rose Film Festival: A Global Wedding Cinema Platform Uniting Filmmakers from Six Continents

Netflix fame Joya Kazi with Film Festival founder and director Carmelo Soberano Jury-acclaimed 'Love Unscripted' by Olya Schechter takes viewers on an intimate journey from carefree romance to profound commitment, with the festival panel praising its 'unflinching honesty and emotional resonance' as....

24/02/2025

We extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible sponsors who made this season of the Clang Rose Film Festival a success! Your support and generosity have helped us create a truly memorable experience for filmmakers, artists, and attendees alike.

A special thanks to:

✨ Brunswick Square Mall
✨ Cozy Cup
✨ Farmers Insurance
✨ Marlboro Learning Center
✨ Red Robin
✨ Buy Rite
✨ Twisted Crab
✨ Barbizon of Red Bank
✨ AIG
✨ Forever Flowers 4 You
✨ Miruku Bubble Tea
✨ OMAC

And a very special acknowledgment to our Primary Sponsor:
🌟 Palmeras Entertainment for providing their beautiful venue! Book your event at Palmeras and experience elegance at its finest! 🎉✨

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to private sponsors who contributed to making this event even more remarkable:

🎶 Deputy Mayor of Marlboro Terry Lau, for bringing in the amazing Resistance Band of Marlboro
🎭 Peter Zee
💐 Elsie Koo -our CRFF PR & Hospitality Manager

Your support fuels our passion for celebrating the beauty of weddings, love, and human connections through film. Thank you for being part of our journey!

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24/02/2025

Best Documentary Film | Clang Rose Film Festival

This award recognizes an outstanding documentary that captures real-life stories with depth and authenticity.

🎬 Congratulations to ‘Love Unscripted’, directed by Olya Schechter, for its compelling storytelling and powerful documentary filmmaking.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Barbizon model of Red Bank

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

20/02/2025

Best Wedding Film | Clang Rose Film Festival 🏆
This award honors the most beautifully captured and emotionally compelling wedding film.
🎬 Congratulations to ‘Audrey and Jacob’, directed by Colin McGuire from California, USA, for its exceptional storytelling and cinematography.
✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🎤 Award Presenter: Honorable Mayor of East Brunswick, NJ
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Barbizon model of Red Bank
📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer

🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

20/02/2025

Best Editing | Clang Rose Film Festival 🏆

This award recognizes excellence in film editing, showcasing seamless storytelling through skillful cuts and transitions.

🎬 Congratulations to ‘Amy & Stavan’, directed by Dipen Soni, for its outstanding editing and cinematic flow.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🎤 Award Presenter: Saanchi Amin
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Barbizon model of Red Bank

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment


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20/02/2025

Best Narrative Film – Foreign Category | Clang Rose Film Festival

This award recognizes outstanding storytelling in international cinema.

🎬 Congratulations to ‘A Pinch of Salt’, directed by Tathagata Bhowmik and submitted by Vijaykumar Mirchandani, Executive Producer, for its compelling narrative and outstanding filmmaking.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🎤 Award Presenter: Oscar Gonzalez
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Barbizon model of Red Bank

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

20/02/2025

Best Music Video – Clang Rose Film Festival

This award recognizes outstanding visual storytelling that harmonizes music and film, creating a powerful and immersive experience.

🎬 Congratulations to ‘My Loving Eyes’, directed by Dr. Piyali Roy, for its artistic vision and emotive storytelling through music and visuals.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🎤 Award Presenter: Syeda Ali of ForeverFolowers4you
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Barbizon model of Red Bank

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

19/02/2025

Best Wedding Story – Clang Rose Film Festival 🏆

This award celebrates heartfelt storytelling that beautifully captures the essence of love, commitment, and the journey of marriage.

🎬 Congratulations to Coure A Temilla, directed by Giuseppe Cimino, for delivering a touching and memorable wedding story.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🎤 Award Presenters: Deputy Mayor of Marlboro Terry Lau & Grace Chen
🌟 Trophy Received on Behalf of the Director by: Elsie Koo, CRFF PR & Hospitality Manager

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

19/02/2025

Best in Cinematography – Clang Rose Film Festival

This award honors exceptional visual storytelling, masterful camera work, and stunning composition that bring emotions to life on screen.

🎬 Congratulations to Kristine & Anthony Wedding Story, directed by Anthony Walker, for capturing love and beauty through breathtaking cinematography.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host Joya Kazi
🎤 Award Presenter: Steven Tarantini, Operating Director of Palmeras Entertainment, East Brunswick
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Barbizon model of Red Bank

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose Film Festival in-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

18/02/2025

Best in Innovative Storytelling – Clang Rose Film Festival

This award celebrates visionary storytelling that challenges conventions and brings fresh perspectives to the screen.

🎬 Congratulations to ‘A Wedding Day’, directed by Achraf Ajraoui—a gifted, self-taught filmmaker from the south of France. Starting as an actor, he transitioned to directing, making waves with his first short film, LA HCHOUMA (2018), which was selected for over 80 festivals worldwide and won more than 15 awards. With A Wedding Day, he presents his first fully produced short film, showcasing his evolving artistry.

✨ Hosted by celebrity host: JOYA KAZI
🎤 Award Presenter: ROBERT ZUCKERMAN, Economic Development Council Officer of East Brunswick
🌟 Trophy Bearer: Isabella Lopez, Model from Barbizon of Red Bank

📸 Photo Credit: Jimmy Chen, Clang Rose In-house photographer
🏛 Venue Partner: Palmeras Entertainment

17/02/2025

17/02/2025

That’s a wrap on Clang Rose Film Festival!

A huge thank you to everyone who made this event a success—our filmmakers, guests, sponsors, performers, and team. We appreciate your support and the amazing energy you brought to the festival!

Special thanks to our primary sponsor, Palmeras Entertainment, for providing such a stunning venue that elevated the entire evening! Your contribution helped make this festival possible, and we’re grateful for the partnership!

This season was all about celebrating weddings, love stories, and meaningful connections through film. We’re grateful to all the storytellers who shared their work with us.

We’re already gearing up for next season, so stay tuned! Filmmakers, early submissions open soon—get your love stories ready!

See you at the next one! 🎥


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16/02/2025

Last night, the Clang Rose Film Festival 2025 delivered a night of cinematic excellence, unforgettable performances, and well-deserved victories! The red carpet was rolled out, the spotlight was shining, and history was made as we celebrated the best in wedding and human connection storytelling.

A huge THANK YOU to our Primary Sponsor, Palmeras Entertainment, for providing such a stunning venue that elevated the entire evening! The ambiance, the energy, and the atmosphere were absolutely perfect—every moment felt like pure magic!

WINNERS OF THE NIGHT
Best Wedding Cinematography: Kristine & Jonathan Wedding by Anthony Walker
Best Editing: Amy & Stavan by Dipen Soni
Best Music Video: My Loving Eyes by Piyale Roy
Best Comedy Film: Fatih The Conqueror Directed by Onur Yagiz
Best Documentary: Love Unscripted Directed by Olya Schechter
Best Innovative In Storytelling Narrative Short: A Wedding Day Achraf AJRAOUI
Best Narrative Film: Pinch Of Salt by Vijaykumar Mirchandani
Best Wedding Story: Coure A Trimilla Directed by Giuseppe Cimino
Best Wedding Film: Audrey + Jacob by Colin McGuire

To our phenomenal filmmakers, visionary artists, and passionate attendees—YOU made this night legendary. Your creativity, dedication, and storytelling brilliance continue to inspire us all.

Swipe through for red carpet moments, award-winning reactions, and behind-the-scenes moments!

Until next year… keep dreaming, keep creating, and keep telling stories that touch hearts.

13/02/2025

Despite the unexpected weather, we had an amazing turnout, and the energy in the room was absolutely electric! A huge thank you to everyone who braved the snow and joined us for an inspiring conversation. Your passion and enthusiasm made this event truly special!

🎤 A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible panelists:
✨ Greg Lorenzo
✨ Vijaykumar Mirchandani
✨ Saanchi Amin
✨ Leslie Johnson
Moderated by the wonderful Elsie Koo!

🏡 A huge shoutout to our stunning venue, Palmeras Entertainment, for providing such a beautiful and welcoming space! Thank you, Steve and Stephania!

🍽 Big thanks to our food sponsor, Cozy Cup, for the delicious breakfast that kept everyone energized and ready to engage!

📸 Special mention to our in-house photographer, Jimmy Chen, and his wife Grace Chen for capturing breathtaking moments that showcase the excitement and camaraderie of the day! Stay tuned for these stunning snapshots!

👏 Gratitude to our amazing team, especially our Executive Producer, Cynthia Liu, for her leadership and dedication, and to our entire hardworking crew.

✨ Special mentions to Syeda Ali, Amrita Mitra, Girish Mehra, and Ronni Li for their contributions, and of course, a massive THANK YOU to all the attendees who made this event so memorable!

This is just the beginning—let’s keep the momentum going! 🚀💫

12/02/2025

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We are having a Business Networking Breakfast Tomorrow starting at 7:45am followed by a Panel discussion of Mobile filmmaking to enhance small business marketing campaigns. Due to weather The EBCC canceled the original event, however we will be here for anyone who wants to attend despite possible snow fall. Thank you.

Please spread the word to fellow members, if you are still interested in attending.

08/02/2025

Nominee Spotlight: Kristin & Jonathan’s Wedding Film

A wedding celebration filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories, Kristin & Jonathan’s Wedding captures the beauty of two hearts becoming one. Surrounded by the warmth of family and friends, this film transports us into a day of pure joy and deep connection. With stunning cinematography and heartfelt storytelling, their love story is preserved in its most authentic form.

🏆 Official Nominee – Clang Rose Film Festival 2025
🎥 Directed by Anthony Walker, a talented filmmaker from the United States, dedicated to capturing timeless love stories.

Experience the magic of Kristin & Jonathan’s Wedding at !

Clang Rose Film Festival – Free Movies & Networking!
📅 Date: February 13, 2025
📍 Venue: Palmeras Entertainment, 1031 Route 18, East Brunswick, NJ 08816
⏰ Doors open at 5 PM
🎟 FREE Movies | FREE Popcorn | FREE Drinks

💬 Tag someone who believes in the beauty of true love. 💖