The 14th Palm Beach International Film Festival is just around the corner…
kicking off Thursday, April 23 through Monday, April 27.
It’s not too late to sign up for press credentials, if you haven’t already. We invite you to sign up and check out some great films, star-studded events, informative symposiums and some fun parties! Log on to 2009 Palm Beach International Film Festival and fill out a press credential form now!
The Palm Beach International Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization supporting film programs in local schools and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of future filmmakers by helping them fulfill their dreams to one-day work in the world of film.
Besides the wonderful array of films we will present, following are just a few highlights to look forward to. We hope to see you at the festival!
OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, April 23Sunrise Cinemas At Mizner Park
7:00 Stone of Destiny
Writer/Director Charles Martin Smith (The Untouchables, Starman) will be in attendance.
Afterwards, party the night away at the Opening Night Party on the Mizner Park Rooftop.
Friday, April 24Festival Hospitality Suite – Delray Beach Marriott
Filmmakers and press will get together in a casual friendly atmosphere and have the opportunity to meet. Light snacks and drinks will be served.
Grand Gala on Friday, April 24
Black-tie Gala featuring this year’s honorees: James Cromwell-CAREER ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, Christine Baranski-SHOWMANSHIP AWARD, Joel Zwick-VISIONARY AWARD and AnnaSophia Robb-HORIZON AWARD. Press coverage is invited.
Saturday, April 25Florida Atlantic University
10:00am – 12:00noon Finding an Agent
9:00am – 12:00noon The Business of Film: From Idea to Audience
Session: Audience, 9 to 10 a.m.
Session: Financing, 10 to 11 a.m.
Session: Pitching!, 11 a.m. to 12 noon
Sunday, April 26Cobb Theater, Downtown at the Gardens, Palm Beach Gardens
12:00pm – 2:00pm Student Showcase of Films:
6:00pm – 10:00pm Voices of Local Films
8:00pm Sing-a-Long Screening under the stars – “MAMMA MIA”
10:00pm Reggae Party with DJ Native Wayne Jobson @ Delux Nightclub, Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach
Monday, April 27Hospitality Suite, Delray Beach Marriott
4:00pm PBIFF Film Awards Presentation PRESS CONFERENCE
Sunrise Cinemas at Mizner Park
7:00pm Closing Night Showcase Screening of “500 Days of Summer,” starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Zooey Deschanel
The Addison, Boca Raton
10:00pm It’s a Wrap! Closing Night Party
