2005 Big Apple Film Festival alumnus and advisory board member David Paterson is currently in production on his new film, "Bridge to Terabithia", which is being produced by Walden Media in conjunction with Walt Disney. Mr. Paterson is writing and producing the film, which is based on the legendary children's book, which was written by Katherine Paterson and published by HarperTrophy in 1977. The film is scheduled for a Spring 2007 release.

Mr. Paterson's film, "Love, Ludlow", had its New York City premiere at the 2005 BAFF and has been released by Warner Home Video.