This month we interviewed 11 film festivals from around the world. Great insights on how a festival gets done from the perspective of the Festival Director.
Interviews by Matthew Toffolo
Interview with Festival Director Cristyn Steward (Columbus Black International Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/07/04/interview-with-festival-director-cristyn-steward-columbus-black-international-film-festival/
The primary objective of the Columbus Black International Film Festival is to showcase Black filmmakers locally, nationally and internationally, while highlighting a spectrum of stories told by people of the African diaspora.
Interview with Festival Director Bob Cook (Central Florida Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-bob-cook-central-florida-film-festival/
Fun filled three day event in Ocoee, Florida (15 minutes from Disney World) over the Labor Day weekend (September 1-3, 2017). Networking opportunities, panel discussions, screenings on three screens, excellent award show with guest presenters. Hotel venue walking distance to theater venue. VIP cocktail party and brunch.
Interview with Festival Director Guido Franken (Euregion Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-guido-franken-euregion-film-festival/
Euregion Film Festival offers you a festival experience with the best films from all over the world, an award show, workshops, seminars and more. Every year, a multi-day festival program will be presented. This program contains selections of films from all over the world, workshops, seminars, meeting corners, an award show and more. If your film is selected, you are automatically in the running for several prizes during the festival.
Interview with Festival Director Mark Schwab (Diamond in the Rough Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-mark-schwab-diamond-in-the-rough-film-festival/
Organized by independent film production company Diamond in the Rough Films, their 3rd annual film festival wants to highlight the TRULY independent film. Even if it is “rough around the edges” or just plain out there. The filmmakers who scrape and sweat to put a good movie together against all odds. They want films that take risks, not hollow 4K mirages.
Interview with Festival Director Michael York (MY Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-michael-york-my-film-festival/
MY Film Festival is a brand new and exciting event which will take place in Toronto, Ontario. Our mission is to connect emerging artists with local filmmakers. We are anticipating a solid turn out with many press, bloggers, casting directors and agents to be in attendance this year. If you are a resident of ONTARIO, please get in contact with us for your free waiver code.
Interview with Festival Director Petio Petkov (DroneUp International Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-petio-petkov-droneup-international-film-festival/
Get ready for the second edition of Europe’s funkiest drone event – DroneUp International Film Festival! Once again, DroneUp IFF will celebrate and acknowledge the world’s best drone cinematography in front of an 3000+ live audience in the magnificent ancient Roman Stadium in Plovdiv, Bulgaria.
Interview with Festival Director Mark Brennan (Exit 6 Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-mark-brennan-exit-6-film-festival/
Exit 6 Film Festival is an all-day celebration of short films taking place at multiple venues in the heart of Basingstoke, UK, including Vue Cinema and The Anvil.
Interview with Festival Director Grant Slater (SBE’s Hamilton (New York) International Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-grant-slater-sbes-hamilton-new-york-international-film-festival/
“SBE’s Hamilton International Film Festival presents an incredible opportunity to network with other ambitious filmmakers, exchange ideas and fundraising strategies while experiencing the charm of Hamilton, New York. The Hamilton Theater is a gorgeous venue and Grant Slater has put together a 5 star festival with a great selection of film, food and local beers. This is a must-attend festival that offers more than just frivolous laurels to it’s filmmakers… one could say that you leave Hamilton with a new group of friends that offer a different perspective on making and watching movies!”
-D.J. Higgins Director, Writer/Producer Meet Mario
Interview with Festival Director Ann Cabano (The Just Be Love Project)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-ann-cabano-the-just-be-love-project/
The JUST BE LOVE Project is dedicated to education, awareness, and inspiring action for social justice and human rights issues through educational events and socially conscious films. Change begins with education and it is their hope to start the difficult conversations and to inspire action in the hearts of those attending this event.
Interview with Festival Director Joe Sanchez (Catch & Release Showcase Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-joe-sanchez-catch-release-showcase-festival/
The showcase is a meeting point among artists, innovators and media consumers. We aim to spark creativity for both beginners and professionals. Grab your phone and create. Together we can make this world more beautiful with our artistry.
Interview with Festival Director Omar McClinton (Various Artists Independent Film Festival)
https://festivalreviews.org/2017/06/28/interview-with-festival-director-omar-mcclinton-various-artists-independent-film-festiva/
The VAiFF (Various Artists independent Film Festival) has succeeded in joining two 21st century opportunities together for filmmakers to get their films released and screened by as many people as possible.
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