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Affolter Entertainment
FOUR BROTHERS. ONE VISION.
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Winner of Hot Shot Shorts Contest 2015
When Alice, a naïve young woman having lunch in a diner circa 1960, joins Mary and Ray in their “sit-in” protest, the ire of the racist patrons boils over and Alice learns what it truly takes to stand up for what you believe in.
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The Affolter Brothers
Working together since before they called it work, the Affolter brothers have dedicated themselves to telling unique, compelling stories, from light-hearted comedies to heavy dramas and everything in between. In 2006, the four brothers founded Affolter Entertainment, a Vancouver-based production company focusing on original content for film, TV and the web. Collaboration is key among the brothers. They share the writer, producer and director credit on all of their projects, and they pride themselves on creating a family atmosphere on every one of their film sets. Since the company’s inception, the brothers’ films, commercials and music videos have played in dozens of film festivals worldwide and have won or been nominated for over 40 awards.
Nathan
Nathan graduated from Vancouver Film School’s classical animation program in 2001. With the success of his student film ‘The Royal Canadian Eh-Team’, Nathan had no problem getting in the door of some of the highest profile animation studios in Vancouver, including Carbunkle Cartoons, Bardel Entertainment, and DHX Media (formerly Studio B), where he worked as an animator or animation director on such cartoons as Littlest Pet Shop, Transformers: Rescuebots, Bob’s Burgers, The Ren & Stimpy Show, and Rob Zombie’s feature film. Through Affolter Entertainment, Nathan is dedicated to telling unique, inspiring stories through unforgettable characters in extraordinary circumstances.
Jon
Jon is a graduate of the Capilano University Classical Animation Program 2005. With over 12 years experience in the Vancouver animation industry, Jon has animated on a wide variety of major television series, including Rick & Morty, Bob’s Burgers, Atomic Betty, and 1001 Nights. Working for DHX Media, Jon was the Layout/Posing Supervisor on Littlest Pet Shop, Transformers: The Rescue Bots, Supernoobs and more. He’s also worked in the storyboard department, art/design department, and has vast experience with 2-D and Stop-motion. As a writer, producer and director, Jon strives to tell stories with valuable themes told thru interesting characters. His visual artistry makes him an important asset to every Affolter Entertainment production, and he puts a fresh, creative spin on everything he creates.
Heath
Heath Affolter is an award-winning producer, director and writer and a three-time LEO Award nominee. Upon finishing the Capilano College Film Centre Certicate Program in 2006, Heath began working in the film industry and has since held a multitude of different positions, including camera operator, 1st AD and editor. He currently acts as a Production Coordinator in TV Animation, and has contributed to such shows as Littlest Pet Shop and The Peadbody and Sherman Show. But Heath’s true passion lies in the work he produces with his three brothers through Affolter Entertainment. As a director and writer, Heath always puts his focus on dynamic characters and original stories. He believes film holds the power to inspire lives and change minds.
Thomas
Thomas got his start in film at an early age, and by the time he graduated high school the films he had written, directed and produced had garnered 7 awards and another 8 nominations. That led to a directing job on the television series “OCTV” in 2006, before he had even attended film school. Since completing the Capilano University Motion Picture Production certificate program, Thomas has gone on to write, direct and produce a number of award-winning short films, commercials and music videos. As a writer, producer and director, Thomas is artistically inspired by collaboration. Along with everyone at Affolter Entertainment, Thomas is dedicated to creating unique, compelling stories that challenge our perception of the world, and of ourselves.
Counter Act:
Contest winner…………………………………………………………………………..Hot Shot Shorts Contest 2015
Food Flix:
Best Animation (winner)……………………………………………………………..Vancouver Web Fest 2015
Best Animation (winner)……………………………………………………………………..Van Chan Awards 2016
Best Production Design (winner)………………………………………………..Van Chan Awards 2016
Best Web Series (nominated)………………………………………………………………………Leo Awards 2015
Best Animation (winner)…………………………………………………….San Francisco Web Fest 2015
Best Comedy Series (winner)…………………………………………………………..Bilbao Web Fest 2015
Best Visual Effects (nominee)………………………………………………………….Bilbao Web Fest 2015
Best Innovative Technique (nominee)……………………………………..Bilbao Web Fest 2015
The Undertaker’s Son: (unproduced)
Finalist……………………………………….Sundance Table Read My Screenplay Contest 2014
Jenga:
Best Actor – ‘Stefan Berrill’ (winner)………………………………….Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Short Comedy (nominee)……………………………………………..Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Actress – ‘Turan Terdeyva’ (nominee)………………..Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Actor – ‘Thomas Affolter’ (nominee)…………………..Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Script (nominee)……………………………………………………………………..Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Editing (nominee)……………………………………………………………………Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Sofia’s Birthday:
Best Short Drama (winner)……………………………………………………….Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Director (winner)…………………………………………………………………….Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Actress – ‘Jordana Bartinger’ (winner)……………….Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Cinematography (winner)………………………………………………Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Script (nominee)……………………………………………………………………..Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Best Editing (nominee)……………………………………………………………………Red Carpet Film Festival 2006
Exceptions:
Best Short Drama (winner)………………………………………………………….Red Carpet Film Festival 2005
Best Short Drama (winner)………………………………………………Rossland Youth Film Festival 2005
People’s Choice Award (runner-up)…………………………………..Red Carpet Film Festival 2005
Plant Girl:
Best Short Drama (nominee)…………………………………………………………………………..Leo Awards 2010
Best Direction – Short Drama (nominee)…………………………………………….Leo Awards 2010
Best Actress – ‘T.C. Dickinson’ (nominee)……………………………………………Leo Awards 2010
Best Musical Score (nominee)……………………………………………………………………….Leo Awards 2010
Best Production Design (nominee)…………………………………………………………..Leo Awards 2010
Best Costume Design (nominee)………………………………………………………………..Leo Awards 2010
Audience Award (winner)………………………………………………..Film Festival of Colorado 2010
Best Young Filmmaker (winner)……………………..Intl. Film Fest of South Africa 2010
Best Short Film (winner)…………………………………….Heart of England Film Festival 2010
Best Short Drama (winner)…………………………………………………………Indie Film Gathering 2010
Best Young Filmmaker (nominee)……………Swansea Bay Intl. Film Festival 2010
Best Short Film (nominee)………………………………………………………..Orlando Film Festival 2010
Official Selection………………………………………………………………………….Ireland Intl. Film Festival 2010
Official Selection………………………………………………………………………….Boston Intl. Film Festival 2010
Official Selection…………………………………………………………………Santa Cruz Intl. Film Festival 2010
Official Selection………………………………………………………………Sacramento Intl. Film Festival 2010
Official Selection……………………………………………………Rainier Independent Film Festival 2010
Official Selection…………………………………………………………………Intl. Film Fest of South Africa 2010
Official Selection……………………………………………………………Clermont-Ferrand Film Market 2010
Left To Blossom:
Best Student Film (nominee)…………………………………………………………………………..Leo Awards 2008
Big Rock Jones:
Best Commercial (winner)…………………………………………..Big Rock Eddies Edmonton 2008
Best Commercial (third place)……………………………………….Big Rock Eddies Calgary 2008
24 Pack: Jack Rabbit to the Rescue:
Best Commercial (runner-up)……………………………………Big Rock Eddies Edmonton 2008
Official Selection……………………………………………………………………………Big Rock Eddies Calgary 2008
The Royal Canadian Eh-Team:
Official Selection………………………………………………………….Dawson City Intl. Short Film Festival 2003
Official Selection……………………………………………Vancouver Effects and Animation Festival 2002
‘Soldier’ – Shawn Hook (Hlookoff):
Best Independent Music Video (runner-up)……..Yahoo! Canada and Universal Music 2006
