The Beaufort Regional Film Commission proudly presents the third annual Beaufort International Film Festival March 6 - 8, 2009
ALL ONLINE TICKET SALES ARE OVER. TICKETS FOR ALL EVENTS MAY BE PURCHASED ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT THE WILL CALL/TICKET TABLE AT LADY'S ISLAND CINEMA. THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST AND SUPPORT OF THE 2009 BEAUFORT INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL.
To celebrate Beaufort’s long history as a premiere site of megafilms, the Beaufort Film Festival features up-and-coming talent in the film industry.
The star of the weekend is films.
Showings are all day Friday and Saturday.
This year’s finalists include a plethora of subject matter. To view the complete list with brief synopsis of the work click here or you can watch the trailers now!
Movie Screenings
With more than 100 entries from more than 24 countries worldwide ranging from Cambodiato Russia, 21 film finalists have been chosen for competition in the 2009 Beaufort International Film Festival.
“This is definitely the best slate of finalists we have ever had, I am very proud of the offerings. Our finalists represent the finest in filmmaking talent" says Film Festival Director Ron Tucker.
The Beaufort International Film Festival features up-and-coming filmmakers.
The schedule for film showings are as follows at the Lady's Island Cinema:
Friday - 9:30 a.m.until 8:30 p.m. -
Click here for details of Friday screening schedule
Saturday – 10:30 a.m.until 4:30 p.m.- Click here for details of Saturday screening schedule
Prices for movies are $5 a film or $20 for a weekend screening pass.
Tickets can be purchased here or by calling 843-525-8500.
Awards Gala
The Awards Gala will feature the awards presentation to the winners of the feature, short, documentary, student and screenwriting films.
Following the award for best pictures, there will be a special presentation of the Ribaut Excellence in Acting Award to special guest honoree Tom Berenger. Tom Berenger stared in many films, including "The Big Chill", "Major League I", "Major League II", "The Substitute", and many more.
Music for the evening is provided by Donald Lehman.
The awards gala will be held at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Ballroom (2225 Boundary Street).
Tickets for this event are $35 and can be purchased at here or 843-525-8500.
Masters behind the Movie Magic and Panel Discussion with Q&A
Behind the scenes experts make what you see on the screen possible. Come join this accomplished group of local residents for a panel discussion on how they make the magic happen.
Panel discussion will include a Q&A session.
Jim Passanante – set construction coordinator “New Daughter” and “The Last Brickmaker.”
He first came to Beaufort when working on “Forrest Gump” and “Midnightin the Gardenof Goodand Evil.”
Suzanna Glattly – scenic artist “Wedding Crashers,” Syrianna,” and “Runaway Bride.”
Mike Hudson – special effects “Idlewild” and “Strike the Tent.”
Brooke Brunson – set director “John Adams”, “Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest” “Army Wives.”
Lillian Heyward – graphic designer “the Notebook,” “Forces of Nature,” “Death Sentence,” “Dear John” and sign writer on “Talledega Nights.”
The panel discussion will be held at the Lady’s Island Cinema on Saturday, March 7, from 9:00 a.m.to 10:00 a.m.Tickest are $10 and may be purchased here or by calling 843.525.8500.
Animation Screening and Workshop with Larry Lauria
Larry Lauria brings his expertise to one of the most delightful area of the film industry – animation.
Lauria has had a career in animation and direction spanning more than 24 years and includes features, commercial television, industrial and interactive projects.
Lauria has garnered over 40 national and international awards.
The workshop will take place at ARTworks ( 2117 Boundary Street). Tickets are $25 and may be purchased hereor by calling 843-379-2787.
Concert
Renowned Jazz Artist MaryLouise and Pianist Doug Carn will be playing on Friday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m.at ARTworks (2117 Boundary Street). Born in
New York City , MaryLouise started singing at the age of 5 and made her debut at Carnegie Hall at the age of 10. Embarking upon her professional singing career at the age of 12, she joined the female group “The Hearts.”
She is currently working with Doug Carn and his Big Band and also with Skip Pearson and his band out of
Columbia,
S.C.Tickets are $15. Information for purchasing tickets is available at www.beaufortcountyarts.comor by calling 843-379-2787.
Guild of the Beaufort Galleries
Featuring 12 downtown galleries, Enjoy the original work of more than 500 artists, all within walking distance of historic Beaufort.
Hours open include:
Thursday, March 5 – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, March 6 – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, March 7 – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday March 8 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A special Open House presentation of ARTwalk is scheduled on Saturday, March 7 from 4:00to 6:00 p.m.The event features special openings and exhibits, artists’ talks, street performers, and more. This is free of charge.
Beaufort Film Site Tours
Local film expert Ginnie Kozak will provide tours of downtown movie sites where famous films like “The Big Chill” and “Prince of Tides” have been shot along with many others.
Tour hours include:
Saturday, March 7 – 10 a.m., 11 a.m.and 1 p.m.
Sunday March 8 – 11:30 a.m.
All tours originate at the front of the Beaufort Performing Arts Center (801 Carteret Street) and will take approximately 45 minutes.
Tickets are $10 per person and must be purchased in advance here or by calling 843-525-8500.
Hotel Packages
Please contact the following hotels about their packaging for the event.
A special thanks to Beaufort International Film Festival sponsors:
Platinum
Sandbar Productions/Good-To-Go Video
Silver
Beaufort Holiday Inn
DurhamDental
Grayco
The Rhett House
Southern Graces
Wachovia
Friends
Dr. Jason Bailey
Dr. Bobby Bell
Best Western
SCE&G
EBA Giclée
Ginnie Kozak/Lights, Camera,...Beaufort
Sea Island Carriage Company
Silvi’s European Café
Ned Tupper
Joe Floyd
Karen Eller
The mission of the Beaufort International Film Festivalis to enliven our community by fostering and developing a rich appreciation for the art of filmmaking. It is also an opportunity to showcase the beautiful film-friendly region of Beaufort, Hilton Head Island and the neighboring counties and Sea Islands of South Carolina. For the past quarter of a century Beaufort has served as the backdrop for more than 20 major motion pictures, including Forrest Gump, The Big Chill, The Prince of Tides, and many more.
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