2019 San Diego International Kids Film Festival Award Ceremony
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  Award Ceremony of 2019 SDIKFF  
 

Live Performaces, Award Presentation
Time: 6:00-9:00PM; August 25, 2019
Location: MiraCosta College Theatre ( 1 Barnard Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056), CA 92056; Admission by Award Ceremony Pass

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The Performing Artists:

  Carolina de Athey, Actress, Writer, Singer, Producer, Host
​Carolina is an actress, ​writer, ​singer, model, producer and now a director who was first introduced into the entertainment industry through the doors of the modeling industry. Carolina has been modeling for a collaboration of well-known name brands and companies worldwide. From spokes model to runway, Carolina's diversity shines through in the most unique of styles. Carolina joined the Actors Academy and studied with Coach Lewis Smith. Since then Carolina has worked on a series of TV Pilots, Short films, Feature Films,​ ​Commercials and Music videos.​ ​Carolina's wrote 'The Other Side of Glory', which is in post production, then 'Confessions of the Fashion World' (she also produced and directed) which was accepted into several film festivals, winning one award. Her skills also branch into music, which gives her the best of both worlds. She has launched her first single WHY, in which she wrote and directed the music video. For more on Carolina: www.imdb.com/name/nm5276140
Damian De Langeron – Host, MC, Red Carpet Host
Damian traveled and worked throughout Europe attaining a solid reputation among charity and social life for his stunning philanthropic activity and celebrity liaison work. Since arriving in the US he has begun to generate the same enthusiastic response. Damian had hosted, MC, designed and programmed over 300 VIP events /over 250.000 people/ only in US, made 40 films. Owner of private Club "The De Langeron Club", media platform GoldenHeartAwards.org; De Langeron gathering the best of life, of people, and all for a responsibility to bring fortune to those less fortunate. His works as Ambassador for Shriners Hospital and Midnight Mission, Nelson Mandela, Battle Brotherhood and many other organizations
  Vita Tory, Model
Vita Tory - celebrity, established international model. Featured in many magazines. Speaks multiple languages. Worked in Italy, Singapore, Russia, Hong Kong, etc. Host, MC.
Involved in philanthropy for Shriners Hospitals, Ambassador for Midnight Mission, Bowery Mission, and multiple cancer and animals charities.
Vita is the owner of fashion swimwear and beach accessories brand
Robert Gatewood, Actor, Host
Robert Gatewood AKA "Pirate Flynn" from Spielberg's "Hook" one of Dustin Hoffman's finest & Pirate fencing Champion.Robert a former NFL Wide Receiver got involved in film through Sammuel Warren after an achilles injury got him off the field.Robert has been involved in many high action films from Klingon on Star Trek VI to alien lacrosse player on "enterprise", from ninja battling Chuck Norris in "SideKicks. And also scored 80 yard touchdown in the Tony Scott action film the last Boy Scout with Bruce Willis & Damon Wayans.Robert is now a writer Author actor and producer. Look for him in his upcoming film project in action drama true history "Bucks of America"
Isabelle Hu , Actress, Host
Isabelle Hu is an actress. She has hosted different film festivals in Southern California. Also, she is a Guzheng (Chinese harp) player and a Mandarin voice-over artist. She has been the MC for San Diego International Kids’ Film Festival and Universe Multicultural Film Festival three years in a role. She received her M.A. degree from University of Southern California (USC) and her M.S. degree from London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
Olympia Antonio Gelilini, PhD, Writer, Director, Actor, Producer
Olympia A. Gellini has a PhD in cinema and has created over 25 film festivals around the world, including the Family Film Awards on CBS. Antonio is also the founder of the Olympia Arts Institute and the International Cultural Business Forum. He is a writer, director, actor, and producer. As an actor, Antonio is known for La Femme Vampir (2009) and La Femme Vampir Volume 2. Gelini has written over forty plays and has appeared in numerous films and television shows worldwide. He has been recognized in such diverse parts of the world, where he won the best director prize in 1984 for his film The Border; and again in Tashken (former Soviet Union) in 1985 for his short film The Dictators. Family Film Awards are given to films that are family oriented and are G and PG. Such notables as Sandra Bullock, Ron Howard, Steven Spielberg, and Clint Eastwood have passed through
Cady Mariano, Actress, Singer, Dancer, 
Cady Mariano, age 17, loves acting, singing and dancing. She’s a bona fide “Triple Threat,” earning 2nd Place in the San Diego County Fair Triple Threat Contest. She has played various roles in films, TV, and theatres including Old Globe Theatre in San Diego for “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. Performing comes naturally to Cady, she is equally adept in comedic or dramatic roles.She has performed in many dancing/singing competitions, on TV stations, at SeaWorld and other events, regularly achieving the highest awards and special recognition. She also performs regularly at a local improv theatre, and she is very active in organizing and performing in charitable events to help local communities. Cady is the Youth Amabssdor of  San Diego International Kids' Film Festival since 2015. 
   
Ballet Institute of San Diego
Ballet Institute of San Diego was founded four years ago. Since then the number of students doubles every year and reached 100 in 2019. The school's main goal is to teach classical ballet with special attention to quality and by professional teachers and prepare dancers for professional stage. Ballet Institute provides comprehensive ballet programs for youngest students as well. Starting from age 6 students have opportunity to learn ballet systematically and consistently. Last year our students won over 10 international competitions in US and Europe.
  Miss Oceanside & Miss Teen Oceanside Scholarship Pageant
The annual pageant is sponsored by the Oceanside Sea Lions and the queens and princesses do community service work throughout the year gaining community service hours.
   San Pasqual Varsity Dance Team
The San Pasqual Varsity Dance Team is under the direction of coach, Madison Lynch and director, Kristi Steinhilber. They are proud to represent their school at numerous community events, as well as compete at the regional, state and national competitions. The team is excited to be traveling to Orlando, Florida this year to compete at the Contest of Champions. They enjoy performing in all genres of dance and appreciate the opportunity to perform for you all tonight.
 

 @2019 San Deigo International Kids' Film Festival