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American Television and Film Co. Signs Burton Gilliam to Star in New Film.


Entertainment Editors/Business Editors

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 21, 2004

American Television and Film Company (Pink Sheets:ATFT) announced today that Burton Gilliam will be starring in the company's upcoming film project "Pushing Justice."

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"Burton Gilliam's on-screen intensity combined with his unique Southern bravado makes him a dynamic choice for this film," said American Television and Film Company CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board.  Tommy Habeeb.

"Pushing Justice" is slated to be a feature-length film based on the short film entitled "Deep Ellum" that received much critical acclaim at several film festivals, including being nominated at the ARPA ARPA - Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency  Hollywood Film Festival in 2002. "Pushing Justice" is a gritty urban crime drama expected to begin production later in the year.

American Television and Film Company (Pink Sheets:ATFT) develops feature films and television shows for worldwide distribution.

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