WELCOME TO #HIFF31

Hello Heartland Film family!

We are proud to welcome you to the 31st Heartland International Film Festival.

This year marks my first anniversary as president, and I could not be more excited for HIFF31 and the future of Heartland Film.

Every day, we work towards being the preeminent destination for connecting audiences and filmmakers to experience transformative film.

Iʼm happy to announce weʼre expanding these efforts with two new events, Merry Movie Nights and Cinemania. Also, watch for an announcement about our new headquarters later this year!

Thereʼs no better way to get into the holiday spirit than with your favorite classic movies. Starting in December, weʼll host festive films in the Basile Theatre at the Historic Athenaeum (December 1 & 2) and the Theater at the Fort located on the Fort Ben Cultural Campus (December 15, 16, 17 & 18) for our new mini-movie series, Merry Movie Nights!

Heartland Film is also introducing a new signature fundraising event, CINEMANIA! Premiering at Crane Bay on April 14, 2023, Cinemania is a film-centric evening of food and entertainment, unlike anything youʼve ever experienced. This event will help ensure Heartland Filmʼs legacy of entertaining, inspiring and educating our community through transformative film.

I hope you have an A-MAZING time at the Heartland International Film Festival!

MICHAEL AULT President