The Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) will host Starline Films' theatrical documentary, "4CHOSEN" at a special red carpet premiere screening on Thursday, April 3rd at the famed Paramount Theater, 1300 Ocean Ave. Asbury Park, NJ, (7:00 pm red carpet arrivals, 8:00pm screening, reception to follow), it was announced today by Diane Raver, Executive Director/Co-Founder.

"4CHOSEN" tells the story of four young minority basketball players from New York City who were traveling to North Carolina for a college basketball showcase when they were profiled by two NJ State Troopers and shot 13 times. A powerful team of attorneys led by Johnnie Cochran assist them as they rebuild their lives and influence major law changes. April 23, 2008 marks the 10 Year Anniversary of this incident. This documentary, produced and directed by actor Jon Doscher and narrated by Montel Williams, features interviews with Reverend Al Sharpton, Peter Neufeld, Barry Schek, and Wynton Marsalis.

According to Raver, "We are thrilled to welcome Montel Williams to host this special benefit that will raise money for Mr. William's very worthwhile Foundation."

Tickets for the Special screening and Reception are $25 and can be purchased at the event; or on the GSFF web site (www.gsff.org) and at www.starlinefilms.com. A portion of ticket sales will benefit the Montel Williams MS Foundation (http://www.montelms.org/) and support the 6th Annual Garden State Film Festival.

Starline Films is a motion picture production/distribution company currently working on several films including the major motion pictures 4CHOSEN and Anyone's Son, in which Academy Award Nominated Actor Danny Aiello will be making his directorial debut. Both films will be produced in association with Insomnia Media Group at Universal Pictures. Letnom Productions, Montel Williams Production Company, will also be co-producing the feature film 4CHOSEN.

The artistic philosophy of the Garden State Film Festival is rooted in the celebration of the independent film genre and the creation of a forum where local and other independent filmmakers can exhibit their work. The event provides novice and aspiring filmmakers, actors, and others interested in a career in the film business, the opportunity to meet and network with industry professionals in an atmosphere that is conducive to learning and mentoring. GSFF is an all volunteer non-profit organization.

dd/3/2008