A conversation with Gabourey Sidibe
The 2019 Macon Film Festival held in Macon, Georgia, each year exists at this moment in the rear view mirror, but what a memory for those who experienced the best in indie films.
Home to The Big House, the Cannonball House as well as the Jimmy Carter Burger and Outkast's Stankonia, it's also a mecca for film. From filmmakers to actors to set designers, the best of the indie circuit somehow lands on the small scene in Macon. Presented by Mercer University, the festival draws hundreds if not thousands to middle Georgia to experience the unknowns as well as catch a rare glimpse at the big names. In the past, Burt Reynolds and Andrew McCarthy have stopped traffic. This year, it is academy award nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe, star of the 2009 release, "Precious."
Following the Saturday night screening, she answered questions from the audience. Then, she did what no one else had done before; she signed autographs.
Home to The Big House, the Cannonball House as well as the Jimmy Carter Burger and Outkast's Stankonia, it's also a mecca for film. From filmmakers to actors to set designers, the best of the indie circuit somehow lands on the small scene in Macon. Presented by Mercer University, the festival draws hundreds if not thousands to middle Georgia to experience the unknowns as well as catch a rare glimpse at the big names. In the past, Burt Reynolds and Andrew McCarthy have stopped traffic. This year, it is academy award nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe, star of the 2009 release, "Precious."
Following the Saturday night screening, she answered questions from the audience. Then, she did what no one else had done before; she signed autographs.
Sibide made a appearance at the after-party at the iconic Grant's Lounge in downtown Macon. Grant's Lounge opened its doors in 1971, and it quickly became the place to be, thought by most as the place where Southern Rock was conceived. Guests have included Greg Allman, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Wet Willie. Just take a gander at the wall at the signatures and smiles.
