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A MESSAGE FROM GOVERNOR DAVID Y. IGE AND LT. GOVERNOR SHAN S. TSUTSUI On behalf of the people of Hawai‘i, we send our warmest aloha to all of the participants, attendees and supporters of the 2015 Maui Film Festival. Each year, the Maui Film Festival brings our community together to celebrate the diversity of the Aloha State. This year’s festival opens with the presentation of the 2015 Female Rising Star Award to Teresa Palmer and the 2015 Male Rising Star Award to Scott Eastwood, son of actor and director, Clint Eastwood. We congratulate all of the film makers whose work will be shared during this film festival and express a sincere mahalo for their contributions to the advancement of the culture and the arts in Hawai‘i. Their pieces of work have attracted visitors from around the world and have portrayed Maui as a renowned vacation destination. We commend the Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and supporters of the Ma ui Fi lm Fe s t iva l for their commitment and dedication towards ensuring the Festival’s ongoing success. For the past 16 years, the M aui Fi lm Fes t iva l has raised awareness about Hawai‘i’s multiculturalism and shared our aloha spirit with thousands worldwide. We are confident that the M au i Film Fes t iva l will enjoy another successful year and hope everyone shares and enjoys in this wonderful event.

A MESSAGE FROM THE HAWAI‘I TOURISM AUTHORITY On behalf of the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, the state’s tourism agency, we are pleased to welcome you to the Hawaiian Islands and hope you enjoy participating in this year’s Maui Film Festival. This is an incredible event that showcases some of the best that the Hawaiian Islands have to offer – breathtaking scenery, contemporary culture and world-class cuisine. Every year, we are amazed by the creativity, resourcefulness and vision of the talented filmmakers and artists. The Hawaiian Islands have become one of the world’s most sought after film and production locations, bringing together visitors and kama‘a-ina to be a part of this exciting event of storytelling. We invite you to immerse yourself in the unique culture and distinct landscape that Maui has to offer. Discover the beauty of Wailea, take a drive down the winding road of Hana, and be sure to visit Haleakala National Park. Mahalo to the organizers, sponsors, volunteers and all those who make the Maui Film Festival a success every year. Mahalo,

With warmest regards,

David Y. Ige Governor State of Hawai‘i

Shan S. Tsutsui Lt. Governor State of Hawai‘i

Ronald Williams Chief Executive Officer Hawai‘i Tourism Authority

A MESSAGE FROM MAYOR ALAN M. ARAKAWA

A MESSAGE FROM THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Aloha Ka-kou,

Aloha,

On behalf of the people of Maui County, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the 2015 Maui Film Festival at the Celestial Cinema in Wailea and the Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului.

The Mayor’s Office of Economic Development is pleased to welcome you to the 2015 Maui Film Festival.

The Maui Film Festival has earned acclaim from national and international media, drawing movie fans and film industry professionals alike to the enchanting shores of Maui. This year’s festival will live up to its reputation of presenting captivating films and renowned artists, events, panels and more, here on one of the world’s most beautiful islands. It is my sincere hope that this year’s Maui Film Festival inspires and entertains you, and I am deeply grateful for the organizers, sponsors and volunteers who plan and host this premiere event. They are to be commended for their commitment and dedication to the art and industry of filmmaking. Mahalo a- nui loa,

Now in its 16th year, the Maui Film Festival continues to showcase cinema under the stars for film fans and film makers on the most beautiful island in the world. We in Maui are honored to share our aloha and rich cultural diversity to welcome and embrace visitors from around the globe. The Maui Film Festival brings that all together as we become one ‘ohana (family) under the silver screen. Thank you to Barry and Stella Rivers, their staff, and the hundreds of volunteers who pour themselves into creating a memorable and meaningful event for everyone who participates. The films you will see will take you on a journey of discovery and inspiration. You will forever remember being touched by the magic of Maui.

E komo mai - welcome, Alan M. Arakawa Mayor, County of Maui

Teena Rasmussen Director, Office of Economic Development

COVER & TRAI LER ARTISTS: R A N D Y J AY B R AU N W I L L IA M L E BE D A BA RR Y RI V ER S

Table of Contents Letters to the Festival ......................................................6 & 7

E Komo Mai Welcome and Cast & Crew ...............................13 Celestial CinemaTM

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ike the Maui Film Festival itself, the evocative cover photographs of an evening under the stars at the Celestial Cinema and the Seaside Cinema and stunning Taste of Wailea that serves as the cover shots for this 15th anniversary Maui Film Festival Event Program, is a work of beautiful collaboration between photographer Randy Jay Braun and the Moon. To view more visit: www.randyjaybraun.com Arriving in Hawai‘i in 1982 with a degree in anthropology and a passion for photography, Braun began to capture on ﬁlm the rich cultural diversity of the people of the Islands. Often consulting with cultural authorities, Braun creates awardwinning sepiatoned, handcolored portraits that convey the essence of ancient Hawai‘i. William Lebeda is a graphic designer, animator and director who has worked in the ﬁeld of entertainment design for 20 years.

Currently he is Creative Director of Picture Mill, a Hollywoodbased digital design studio. Most recently William and his team have been responsible for the titles sequences in many of the blockbuster ﬁlms loved around the world. Barry Rivers, founder and director of the Maui Film Festival, produced and directed television and ﬁlm for 20+ years prior to starting the Festival. The hula images on the front cover are from SoundWaves, a special on Hawaiian Music hosted by Kenny Loggins that he wrote, produced and directed.

Cover photos by Randy Jay Braun. Trailer Design by William Lebeda. SoundWaves images by Barry Rivers. Used with permission.

FestivalataGlance ......................................................18 & 19

Rising Star Tributes to Scott Eastwood & Teresa Palmer .............................. 23 & 25 Opening Night (June 3) Celestial Cinema ...................27 & 29

Navigator Tribute to Colin Farrell....................................... 39

Lights! Camera! Passion! Award Presentation to Louie Psihoyos ......................................................................45

Thursday Night (June 4) Celestial Cinema ..................41 & 45

Shining Star Tribute to Adam Driver.....................................51 Friday (June 5) Celestial Cinema ..................................53 & 55 Saturday (June 6) Celestial Cinema.............................63 & 65

Rainmaker Tribute to Laura Dern .........................................71 Sunday (June 7) Celestial Cinema ...............................73 & 75 Taste of Summer Opening Party at Grand Wailea ..............79

Taste of Chocolate ................................................................81 Taste of Wailea ...........................................................82 & 83

Letters from the State & County Film Commissioners .......88

Filmmakers Panels | Intimate Conversations ....................89

Showcase Cinema at the MACC ..............................91 thru 115

Short Films .........................................................117 & 121 & 125

ToesintheSand Cinema.....................................................129

Frequently Asked Questions ...............................................131 Ticket & Passes & Event Information .................................135

Advertiser Index with Website Links ........................136 & 137

He ha‘aheo ko mākou i ke kāko‘o aku i nā nani o ko kākou ‘āina.

Photo courtesy of Randy Jay Braun

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What Would Buddha Do?

What Would You Do? 2015

Several years ago, I received an oval granite touchstone sandblasted and engraved with this question: "What Would Buddha Do?" Regardless which room this stone has occupied, whether in our home or in the Festival oﬃce — and believe me it can be more than a little unnerving to see it on the bedroom night table when you're about to make love, or on the window sill of the bathroom as you're about to take care of business, or inside the freezer next to the Ben & Jerry's, or on top of the television while CNN is whizzing around the globe covering humanity's latest inhumanity or triumph — this simple piece of granite has reminded me every day to take action personally and professionally to support the highest aspirations in all of us. The stone suggests timeless, timely, constant and yet everchanging answers that seem all the more important in light of recent world events.

Feel free to substitute any enlightened being of your choice, past or present, for the Buddha. For me, the value of the stone is not in its reference to Buddha but in the implications of its question. Am I willing to contemplate the challenge it poses to my core values and to my decisions at work? I have often said that, at the end of the day, the Maui Film Festival is about turning darkness into light. From the ﬁrst moment that light shines on any Festival screen, we have one primary mission — to turn the "reel" world into a way of being in the “real” world that respects the integrity and beauty of both the natural order and the realm of human interaction. For this reason, the granite

cornerstone of this Festival's programming philosophy can be summarized in one phrase: lifeaﬃrming storytelling.

Put another way, the 16th annual Maui Film Festival celebrates entertainment that enlightens.

In the film industry, which is part of global media culture, all too often the lowest common denominator of our collective wisdom (or lack thereof) not only passes for entertainment but also generates record breaking box office numbers. Every year we are challenged to identify the films that aspire higher. I am pleased to report that, in celebration of its 16th ‘Birthday/Birthyear’, the Festival staff has put together another ‘jewel box’ festival that truly sparkles and shines. With the hard work behind us, we prepare now for the pure pleasure of five days of great filmmaking by talented filmmakers, an AList of honorees worthy of a walk down the red carpet at the Academy Awards®, Spirit Awards or Toronto, Sundance and Telluride film festivals and — Maui being the birthplace and home of Pacific Rim Cuisine — exceptional unforgettable culinary celebrations to boot! On behalf of the entire Maui Film Festival ‘ohana (family), and with a special nod to the festival’s übertalented codirectors, Stella Rivers and Wendy and Ben Goodman — welcome to the 2015 Maui FIlm Festival! Enjoy the Ride!

Barry Rivers Founder & Director

CAST & CREW Founder/Director Barry Rivers

Event Produ ction Manager Jeanine Thomason

Festival CoDirectors Stella Rivers Wendy Goodman Ben Goodman aka PR Director

Director of Operations Executive Assistant / Bookkeeper Bob Craver Naomi Adams Graphic Designer Ron Kenar Art to Print Hawaii Website / Newsletter Design Rich Tully WebSitesHawaii.com Box Oﬃce Team Jen Jacobsen, Manager Volunteer Gu ru/Maven Leiohu Richmond , Asst. Manager Keith Ranney Nancy Findeison, Cathy Lamoureux Wailea Office Team Maggie Welker, Consultant Office Manager Briana Welker, Consultant. Romelle Verduzco

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Technical Crew Projectionists: Doug Paulson, Trevor Arnholt, Tim Wolfe Video: Brendan Stevens Audio: Charles Trundy Chief Rigger: Joseph Imhoﬀ Rigging Assistant: Ben Yashon

Celestial Cinema Crew Jim Cippola Matthew Figueira Charlie Hook Jim Nichols Michael Peters Andy Vliet

Social Media Director & Filmmaker Liaison Sara Tekula

Grou p Coordinator January Asbury

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Festival Trailer Picture Mill Bill Lebeda, Creative Director Donnie McCormick

Celestial Stage Manager Sharon Drayer Munz

Development Team Michelle Sewell Amy Byrd

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Media Consultant Andrew Goodman

Special Events Consultant Michael Rose

Celestial Front of Hou se Megan Dunn

Special Events Coordinator Michael Huﬀman

MACC Coordinators Eric Molina

Vip Seating Darcey Lewis

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The Maui Film Festival takes great pride in presenting the

2015 Rising Star Award to

Scott Eastwood

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for daring to dream big dreams and then delivering brilliant performances when opportunity knocks.

Scott Eastwood is a third generation, native Californian, born in the waterfront city of Monterey. Even though he was born in California, Scott grew up in both California and Hawaii, dividing his time between his mother (Jaclyn) and his father (Clint). From an early age, Scott was always active, and when he wasn't playing Pop Warner Football, he was surfing, fishing, or doing some other outdoor activity. After graduating high school, Scott enrolled at Santa Monica City College, doing everything from parking cars to working construction, as he pursued a career in acting. He eventually graduated from Loyola Maymount University with a degree in communica tions. For the past several years, Scott has been traveling the world, living life, shooting movies, and surfing exotic beaches. He's been very fortunate to have great friends and a large family, all of whom have played a role in making him the individual he is today.

In Vanity Fair magazine’s March 2013 Oscar edition, Scott was singled out as one of Hollywood’s “Rising Stars.” Building on this honor, Scott has landed roles in several highprofile films, including SUICIDE SQUAD, from DC Comics, and director David Ayer, along with the asyetuntitled Oliver Stone film about Edward Snowden. This April 2015, Scott can be seen as bull rider “Luke Collins” in THE LONGEST RIDE, an adaptation of the Nicholas Sparks novel, starring opposite Britt Robertson and Alan Alda. Scott’s other recent films include the World War II movie, FURY, alongside Brad Pitt and Shia LaBeouf, as well as the independent features, DAWN PATROL and WALK OF FAME. Scott also had a lead role in Lionsgate’s TEXAS CHAINSAW 3D, as well as TROUBLE WITH THE CURVE. Scott’s other films include, INVICTUS, GRAN TORINO, FLAGS OF OUR FATHERS, CARMEL, AN AMERICAN CRIME and Lionsgate’s swimming film, PRIDE, along side Bernie Mac and Terrence Howard.

Wednesday, June 3rd ★ Celestial Cinema followed by Love & Me rc y Wednesday Celestial Cinema Admission includes Both Films and Tributes.

The Maui Film Festival takes great pride in presenting the

2015 Rising Star Award to

Teresa Palmer

for daring to dream big dreams and then delivering brilliant performances when opportunity knocks.

Teresa Palmer is becoming one of the most globally recognized actresses, bringing her talents to the US and worldwide from Adelaide, Australia. She has starred in many major films including Summit Enter tainment's box office hit WARM BODIES with Nicholas Hoult and John Malkovich, based on the popular novel, as well as Michael Bay and Steven Spielberg's I AM NUMBER FOUR with Dianna Agron and Alex Pettyfer.

This year, she will star in Warner Bros. highly anticipated remake of the 1990’s hit film POINT BREAK opposite Edgar Ramirez and Luke Bracey and the crime thriller TRIPLE NINE, starring as part of an allstar cast with Kate Winslet, Casey Affleck, Chiwitel Ejiofor, and Woody Harrelson, among many others. She also recently shot Lionsgate’s THE CHOICE, starring with Benjamin Walker. The film is based on the popular novel from highly acclaimed author Nicholas Sparks (THE NOTEBOOK) and will be released early next year.

Palmer recently starred in the tumultuous love story THE EVER AFTER, which she also cowrote and produced with Mark Webber, CUT BANK, starring opposite Liam Hemsworth, and the Australian film KILL ME THREE TIMES. She recently shot Terence Malick’s KNIGHT OF CUPS with Christian Bale and MESSAGE FROM THE KING with Chadwick Boseman. Her additional film credits include PARTS PER BILLION with Josh Hartnett and Rosario Dawson; the 1960’s period drama LOVE AND HONOR starring with Liam Hemsworth; the Australian thriller WISH YOU WERE

HERE with Joel Edgerton; Relativity Media's 80's comingofage comedy TAKE ME HOME TONIGHT with Topher Grace and Anna Faris; Jon Turteltaub's THE SORCERER'S APPRENTICE for Jerry Bruckheimer Films and Walt Disney Pictures with Nicolas Cage; Adam Shankman's comedy BEDTIME STORIES with Adam Sandler; DECEMBER BOYS with Daniel Radcliffe; and RESTRAINT with Stephen Moyer.

Palmer was awarded the 2011 Australians in Film Break through Award, commending the level of success she has already garnered in her young career. She was named one of Australia's 'Stars of Tomorrow' by Screen International and first caught the attention of audiences worldwide with her leading role in, 2:37, an Australian independent film that screened to acclaim at both the Cannes Film Festival in 'Un Certain Regard' and at the Toronto International Film Festival. The Australian Film Institute nominated Palmer as Best Actress for her complex portrayal of a high school stu dent with a dark secret in the film. Beyond her acting pursuits, she has also segued into working behind the camera as a director, writer and producer developing both features and documentaries. Additionally, she is the global face of Artistry Cosmetics (Amway) and has done several advertising campaigns with them that have been seen worldwide. She also started a health and wellness blog called YOURZENLIFE.com with her friend, actress Phoebe Tonkin. Palmer resides in Los Angeles, California.

Wednesday, June 3rd ★ Celestial Cinema followed by Love & Me rc y Wednesday Celestial Cinema Admission includes Both Films and Tributes.

Celestial Cinema

Love & Mercy

Directed By: Bill Pohlad Executive Producers: Jim Le9owitz, Oren Moverman, Ann Ruark Producers: Bill Pohlad, Claire Rudnick Polstein, John Wells Screenwriters: Oren Moverman, Michael A. Lerner, Brian Wilson Cinematographer: Robert D. Yeoman Editor: Dino Jonsäter Music: Atticus Ross Cast: John Cusack, Paul Dano, Elizabeth Banks, Paul Giamatti John Cusack, Paul Dano, Elizabeth Banks and Paul Giamatti, star in this unconventional, inspirational and brilliantly cinematic portrait of Brian Wilson, the mercurial singer, songwriter and leader of The Beach Boys. Complemented throughout by the era deﬁning catalog of Wilson's music, the ﬁlm intimately examines the personal voyage and ultimate salvation of an icon whose success came at extraordinary personal cost, yet always managed to infuse lives around the world with its harmony and joy.

120 min. PG13

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Wednesday, June 3

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8:00 PM

Celestial Cinema

Live From New York!

Directed By: Bao Nguyen Executive Producers: JL Pomeroy, Tom Broecker Producers: JL Pomeroy, Sarah Cowperthwaite, Huynjoo Kim, Owen Moogan Cinematographers: Bao Nguyen, Caleb Heller Editor: David Osit

Look at Saturday Night Live as a living time capsule, encompassing decades of American politics, media, tragedy, and popular culture with an irreverent edge in this terriﬁc and insightful doc. Archival footage is interwoven with stolen moments and exclusive commentary from SNL legends, journalists, hosts, musical guests, crew and others inﬂuenced by the comedy giant. Live From New York! captures what has enabled SNL to continually refresh itself over nearly 800 episodes and keep America laughing for 40 years. 90 min. Unrated

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Wednesday, June 3

★

10:00 PM

The Maui Film Festival takes great pride in presenting the

2015 Navigator Award to

Colin Farrell

for carving a path of distinction through the turbulent waters of the entertainment industry without sacrificing their fundamental commitment to excellence.

Colin Farrell will be the 2015 Maui Film Festival Navigator Award recipient. The Maui Film Festival Navigator Award honors a film artist for carving a path of distinction through the turbulent waters of the entertainment industry without sacrificing their fundamental commitment to excellence. The award will be presented at the Celestial Cinema located at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course on Thursday June 4, 2015. Tickets and passes are available at www.mauifilmfestival.com. “Colin Farrell is a chameleon who constantly creates oneofakind characters that send pitch perfect pebbletobouldersized ripples through whatever story his performance is helping to tell,” said Rivers who added “In short, Colin is a cinematic force of nature and, for that reason, the Maui Film Festival takes great pride in honoring him with its 2015 Navigator Award.” Farrell was recently seen in the film adaptation of “Miss Julie” starring opposite

Jessica Chastain and directed by Liv Ullmann. In 2013 Farrell was seen in the Disney film “Saving Mr. Banks” with Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson. In 2009, Farrell won a Golden Globe for his role in “In Bruges.” Farrell is currently shooting the second season of the HBO drama “True Detective” starring opposite Rachel McAdams and Vince Vaughan and recently wrapped the independent film “The Lobster” starring opposite Rachel Weisz. His other past work includes “Seven Psychopaths,” “Winter’s Tale,” “Dead Man Down,” “Total Recall,” “The Way Back,” “London Boulevard,” “Fright Night,” “Horrible Bosses,” “Ondine,” “Pride and Glory,” “Cassandra’s Dream,” “Miami Vice,” “Alexander,” “The New World,” “Ask the Dust,” “The Recruit,” “A Home at the End of the World,” “Phone Booth,” “Minority Report,” “Daredevil,” “American Outlaws,” “SWAT,” “Intermission” and “Tigerland”.

Thursday, June 4th ★ 7:30 p.m. ★ Celestial Cinema followed by The Search for Freedom Thursday Celestial Cinema Admission includes Both Films and Tributes.

Celestial Cinema

The Search for Freedom

Directed By: Jon Long Executive Producer: Chip Burgess Producer: Jon Long Screenwriter: Jon Long Cinematographer: Mike Parenteau Editors: Mike Parenteau, Kelly Morris, Jon Long Cast: Tony Hawk, Kelly Slater, Nyjah Huston, Kelia Moniz, Robbie Maddison, Annie Boulanger, Ron Kauk, Kai Lenny, Danny Way

THE SEARCH FOR FREEDOM is the story of a cultural revolution grounded in embracing the moment and doing what makes us feel the most alive. Through the eyes of the pioneers and top practitioners of surfing, snowboarding, skiing, skateboarding, and more, we experience an uprising that has changed the face of recreation. We discover how an electrifying new world came about through pure energy and imagination and the infinite possibilities of selfexpression available to anyone willing to drop in. This is the first film of its kind to explore the human stories behind the nowmassive Action Sports movement. At its heart, this is a story about living in the present and the freedom that comes to us when we do so. 92 min Unrated Celestial Cinema Thursday, June 4 8:00 PM

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Thursday, June 4

★

8:00 PM

The Maui Film Festival takes great pride in presenting the

2015 Lights! Camera! Passion! Award to

Louie Psihoyos

for his personal, professional and heartfelt commitment to make movies that both matter and celebrate the triumph of the human spirit over seemingly insurmountable challenges.

The Maui Film Festival Lights! Camera! Passion! Award honors a

is widely regarded as one of the world’s most prominent still

commitment to make movies that both matter and celebrate the

National Geographic and has shot hundreds of covers for other

director for their heartfelt personal and professional and heartfelt

triumph of the human spirit over seemingly insurmountable challenges.

“While more than proud to announce each year’s Maui Film

Festival honorees, every few years there’s someone whose vision and passion uniquely align with the Maui Film Festival’s passionate

commitment to activism and original cinema with a bedrock

commitment to compassionate storytelling and lifting both the

photographers. He has circled the globe dozens of times for

magazines including Fortune Magazine, Smithsonian, Discover, GEO, Time, Newsweek, The New York Times Magazine, New York

Magazine, Sports Illustrated and Rock and Ice. His work has also

been seen on the Discovery Channel, National Geographic

Television and the History Channel. His imagination, wit and iconic

imagery have helped illustrate a wide array of complex subjects and is carried over to his filmmaking.

spirit and aspirations of Humankind,” said Rivers.

Psihoyos’s first documentary film, The Cove, has won over 70

“This year, that person is Academy Award winning documentary

Documentary Feature in 2009. The Cove touches many with its

filmmaker Louie Psihoyos who is uniquely deserving of this year’s ‘Lights! Camera! Passion!’ Award. All of us at the Maui Film

Festival take great pride in presenting it to him.”

Academy Award®winning director Louie Psihoyos is the

awards globally from festivals and critics, including the Oscar® for unflinching examination of a dark subject and its ability to reveal the humanity and compassion in each of us. Its underlying themes

transcend the slaughter of dolphins in Taiji to address the larger picture of the threat our entire world faces due to human impacts.

Executive Director of the Oceanic Preservation Society (OPS), and

Thursday, June 4th ★ 10:00 p.m. ★ Celestial Cinema followed by Racing Extinction Thursday Celestial Cinema Admission includes Both Films and Tributes.

Celestial Cinema

Racing Extinction

Directed By: Louie Psihoyos Producers: Olivia Ahnemann, Fisher Stevens Screenwriter: Mark Monroe Cinematographers: John Behrens, Shawn Heinrichs, Sean Kirby, Petr Stepanek Editors: Geoﬀrey Richman, Lyman Smith, Jason Zeldes Music: J. Ralph Cast: Louie Psihoyos, Leilani Münter, Heather Rally, Shawn Heinrichs, Paul Hilton, Travis Threlkel

Utilizing stateoftheart equipment, Oscar®winning director Louie Psihoyos (THE COVE) assembles a team of activists intent on showing the world neverbeforeseen images that will change the way we understand issues of endangered species and mass extinction. Whether inﬁltrating notorious black markets with guerillastyle tactics, or working with artists to create beautiful imagery with unexpected animal subjects, RACING EXTINCTION will literally change the way you see the world. Louis Psihoyos 'Lights! Camera! Passion! Award Presentation precedes ﬁlm. 90 min. Unrated

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Thursday, June 4

★

10:00 PM

The Maui Film Festival takes great pride in presenting the

2015 Shining Star Award to

Adam Driver

for daring to dream big dreams and delivering brilliantly charismatic and revelatory performances every time opportunity knocks.

ADAM DRIVER can currently be seen in Noah Baumbach’s WHILE WE’RE YOUNG. The film, which also stars Ben Stiller, Naomi Watts, and Amanda Seyfried, revolves around a middleaged couple (Stiller and Watts) whose career and marriage are overturned when a disarming young couple (Driver and Seyfried) enters their lives. WHILE WE’RE YOUNG premiered at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival and was released by A24 Films.

Driver will next star in Saverio Costanzo’s HUNGRY HEARTS, which will be released by IFC Films in 2015. The film premiered at the 2014 Venice International Film Festival, where Driver won the Volpi Cup Award for Best Actor for his performance. He will also star alongside Michael Shannon, Joel Edgerton, and Kirsten Dunst in Jeff Nichols’ MIDNIGHT SPECIAL, which will be released by Warner Bros. on November 25th, 2015.

Driver recently wrapped production on Martin Scorsese’s upcoming film SILENCE, which also stars Andrew Garfield and Liam Neeson. Earlier this year, Driver wrapped production on J.J. Abrams’ highlyanticipated STAR WARS: EPISODE VII with Harrison Ford and Oscar Isaac. The film is scheduled to be released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures on December 18th, 2015. Last Fall, Driver starred in Shawn Levy’s dramatic comedy THIS IS WHERE I LEAVE YOU alongside Jason Bateman,

Connie Britton, Tina Fey, and Jane Fonda and opposite Mia Wasikowska in John Curran’s critically acclaimed TRACKS. He was seen in the Coen brothers’ 2013 Academy Award and Golden Globe nominated film INSIDE LLEWYN DAVIS alongside Oscar Isaac. In 2012, Driver appeared in Steven Spielberg’s Academy Award nominated LINCOLN with Daniel DayLewis, which went on to make $275 million worldwide. He also starred in Noah Baumbach’s FRANCES HA alongside Greta Gerwig and appeared in Clint Eastwood’s critically acclaimed J. EDGAR with Leonardo DiCaprio.

Driver is currently in production on the fifth season of HBO’s hit series GIRLS, in which he stars opposite Lena Dunham. Driver plays “Adam Sackler,” Hannah’s (Dunham’s) mysteri ous, striking, and eccentric onagain, offagain boyfriend. Driver’s performance in GIRLS garnered him 2014 and 2013 Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series. Additionally, in 2013 the show won a Golden Globe Award for Best Television Series – Comedy or Musical and a BAFTA Award. GIRLS received a Golden Globe nomination in that same category in 2014 and also Emmy nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series in 2012 and 2013. In 2012, the show also won a Peabody Award and was honored as one of AFI’s Television Programs of the Year. Driver graduated from Juilliard in 2009 and is the cofounder of the nonprofit organization AITAF (ARTS in the ARMED FORCES, Inc.)

Friday, June 5th ★ 7:30 p.m. ★ Celestial Cinema followed by L ear ning t o D ri ve Friday Celestial Cinema Admission includes Both Films and Tribute.

Celestial Cinema

Learning To Drive

Directed By: Isabel Coixet Executive Producer: Gabriel Hammond Producers: Dana Friedman, Daniel Hammond Cinematographer: Manel Ruiz Editors: Keith Reamer, Thelma Schoonmaker Screenwriter: Sarah Kernochan Music: Dhani Harrison, Paul Hicks Cast: Ben Kingsley, Patricia Clarkson Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley and Academy Award nominee Patricia Clarkson help each other understand that its never too late to begin a new adventure in this feelgood, coming of (middle) age comedy about a ﬁery Manhattan author, whose husband has just left her for a younger woman, and a softspoken Sikh taxi driver from India, on the verge of an arranged marriage, whose unlikely friendship awakens them to the joy, humor, and love in starting life anew. 105 min. R

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Friday, June 5

★

8:00 P.M.

Celestial Cinema

Pretend We're Kissing

Directed By: Matt Sadowski Executive Producers: Mark Montefiore, Sean Buckley Producers: Peter Harvey, Matt Sadowski Screenwriter: Matt Sadowski Cinematographer: Joshua Allen Editor: Jorge Weisz Cast: Dov Tiefenbach, TommieAmber Pirie, Zoe Kravitz All Benny wants to do is be more confident, stop thinking so much and fall in love. When he has a chance encounter with Jordan, a woman obsessed with the notion of fate and a magical kind of love, he may finally have the opportunity. That is, if he can get out of his own way and out of his head. “Pretend We're Kissing” is a film for all of those who don't think their love life resembles a romantic comedy. 78 min. Unrated

Proudly Presented by: Celestial Cinema

★

Friday, June 5

★

10:00 PM

Celestial Cinema

Mr. Holmes

Directed By: Bill Condon Producers: Iain Canning, Anne Carey, Emile Sherman Screenwriters: Jeﬀrey Hatcher, Arthur Conan Doyle (Characters), (Based on the novel "A Slight Trick of the Mind" by Mitch Cullin) Cinematographer: Tobias A. Schliessler Music: Carter Burwell Cast: Ian McKellen, Milo Parker, Laura Linney, Hattie Morahan, Patrick Kennedy, Hiroyuki Sanada

MR. HOLMES, starring Ian McKellen and Laura Linney, is a new twist on the world's most famous detective. In 1947, an aging Sherlock Holmes returns from a journey to Japan after a search for a rare plant with powerful restorative qualities. Back in his remote seaside farmhouse, Holmes faces the end of his days tending to his bees, grappling with the diminishing powers of his mind and relying upon his housekeeper's young son to work on the unsolved case that forced him into retirement, while searching for answers to the mysteries of life and love. 103 min. PG Screening courtesy of Cohen Media Group

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Celestial Cinema

★

Saturday, June 6

★

8:00 PM

Celestial Cinema

A Little Chaos Directed By: Alan Rickman Executive Producers: Ray Cooper, Zygi Kamasa, Norman Merry Producers: Andrea Calderwood, Gail Egan, Bertrand Faivre Screenwriters: Jeremy Brock, Alison Deegan, Alan Rickman Cinematographer: Ellen Kuras Editor: Nicolas Gaster Music: Peter Gregson Cast: Kate Winslet, Alan Rickman, Stanley Tucci, Matthias Schoenaerts In a world of tradition a little risk can and does change everything in this romantic drama following Sabine, Academy Award winner Kate Winslet, a strongwilled and talented landscape designer chosen to build a special garden at King Louis XIV's new palace at Versailles. To do so, and alongside becoming professionally and romantically entangled with the court's renowned landscape artist André Le Notre (Matthias Schoenaerts), she must challenge gender and class barriers to create her masterpiece. 117 min. R

Proudly Presented by: Celestial Cinema

★

Saturday, June 6

★

10:00 PM

The Maui Film Festival takes great pride in presenting the

2015 Rainmaker Award to

Laura Dern

in honor of her eclectic choices and charismatic performances which encourage us all to expand our definition of what it means to be human.

Laura Dern has proven to be one of the great actresses of her generation showing that she

is capable of great depth and range, touching audiences and critics alike with her moving and heartfelt performances. In 2010, in celebration of their family legacy in film and television,

Dern, her mother Diane Ladd and father Bruce Dern were awarded with the first ever “Family Star Ceremony” on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Recently, Dern costarred in Fox Searchlight’s “Wild” for which she earned her second

Academy Award nomination for. The film, directed by JeanMarc Vallée, is Nick Hornby’s scripted adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s bestselling 2012 memoir and tells the inspiring story

of Cheryl Strayed (Reese Witherspoon) who makes the impulsive decision to try to walk the

1000mile Pacific Crest Trail alone in a search for meaning in her life after being traumatized and shattered by the death of her mother (Dern).

Sunday, June 7 ★ 7:30 p.m. ★ Celestial Cinema followed by The Wave I Ri de Sunday Celestial Cinema Admission includes Both Films and Tribute.

Celestial Cinema

The Wave I Ride

Directed By: Devyn Bisson Producer: Josh Walker Screenwriters: Devyn Bisson, Eric McEntee Cast: Paige Alms

Paige Alms grew up on the island of Maui, where the spirit of Aloha was planted in her heart. The water quickly became a part of her everyday life, taking up the sport of surﬁng at age 9. With Paige’s fearlessness and perseverance, along with one of the world’s best big wave surf spots in her backyard, it was inevitable that she’d begin to conquer these monsters. Today, at age 26, Paige has become Maui’s big wave ambassador, living her humble life dedicated to her passion. Most recently in 2014 Paige was nominated for the Billabong XXL Women’s Performance Award, being one of the few who has successfully paddled into the wave at Jaws. Alongside her incredible accomplishments, Paige leads her life with a shining heart, smile, and spirit, one we were grateful for the opportunity to document. 99 min. Unrated

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★

Sunday, June 7

★

8:00 PM

Celestial Cinema

Planetary Directed By: Guy Reid Executive Producers: Paul Hawken, Stephen Apkon Producers: Guy Reid, Steve Watts Kennedy, Christoph Ferstad Screenwriter: Steve Watts Kennedy Cinematographer: Christoph Ferstad

A Special Maui Film Festival encore presentation! Planetary is a provocative view of several continents from around the world and from the expanse of space. All of it described by an AList of cosmically conscious creative contributors. 85 min. Unrated

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★

Sunday, June 7

★

10:00 PM

New in 2015! Taste Of Summer Opening Night Party

Taste of Summer Opening Party Oceanside at Grand Wailea. Co‐Hosted by

Good…Good…Good Vibrations will lift your spirits and put you in the perfect mood for singer/songwriter, musical genius and leader of the legendary Beach Boys, Brian Wilson’s biopic LOVE & MERCY, which will follow the Taste of Summer at the Celestial Cinema.

MENU Grilled Flatbreads, Prosciutto, Humble Fog, and Wild Ramps Maui Company Burrata, Roasted Tomato, Fresh Picked Basil Hamachi Tartar, Grapefruit Ginger Jus Gremolata Kaffir Lime Crusted Ahi with a Sunchoke Puree Tako Carpaccio, Wasabi Sea beans Hawaiian Snapper Ceviche, Finger Lime Roasted Local Beets, Quinoa, Surfing Goat Feta Crispy Pork Belly with Kimchi Fried Rice Coconut Porter Short Rib, Housemade Pickles, Hawaiian Sweet Roll Tomahawk Ribeye Carving Station Oyster Raw Bar / Poke Bar FOR THE SWEET TOOTH Lavender Scented Pineapple Saute served with Vanilla Chevre Ice Cream Coconut Rice Pudding; with Basil Syrup, Lilikoi Foam, Mango Panna Cotta; with Peach Gelee, Cherry Pearls White Chocolate Mousse; with Pistachio Cake, Raspberry Caramelita Chocolate Tart; with Exotic Banana Mousse Live Music by AhTim, an incredible Maui musician who will bring Israel Kamakawiwo’ole and Gabby Pahinui among others to life!

Wednesday, June 3 ★ 5:00p.m. 7:00p.m. $170 thru June 2nd / May increase thereafter / $195 at the door, if available Event Open to All Ages! Must be 21 & Over for Alcohol Consumption. Photo I.D. Required. *Each Taste of Summer ticket includes Wednesday Night’s Celestial Cinema Double Feature & Tributes

Taste of Chocolate

Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea Co‐Hosted by Maui Film Festival’s overthetop event for lovers of chocolate! Dress up and experience the extraordinary flavors and sensual experience known as the Taste of Chocolate.

Menu:

Action Station 1 Chocolate Filled Donuts Freshly made Donuts, filled to order with Milk Chocolate Custard Chocolate Grand Marnier Dipping Sauce Action Station 2 Mmm Mmmm Mmmmm JAFFA cakes (molten) Raspberry Vodka Coulis

Action Station 3 Holy Crepes! Chocolate Crepes Flambeed Bananas Chocolate Baileys Gelato

Action Station 4 OMG! Chocolate Chevre Cheesecake Liquid Nitrogen Sour Apple Sorbet

Action Station 5 Chocolate Fountain Homemade Strawberry Marshmallows Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies Coconut Cake Vanilla Shortbread Buttons Fresh Pineapple, Strawberries and Banana Station 6 Buffet Heaven Chocolate Strawberry Red Velvet Cake Pops Mini Boston Cream Pies Boozy Chocolate Tubes: Peppermint Schnapps, Rum, Grand Marnier Lemon Meringue Crème Brûlée Raspberry White Chocolate Trifle Banana Cream Pie Better than S.x Chocolate Parfait Walnut Brownie Morsels Salted Caramel and Chocolate Tart

Station 7 – Savory Sustenance Chocolate Tagliatelle Pasta, Toasted Walnuts, Parmesan, Truffle, Bitter Cocoa Parsnip Veloute, Cocoa Nib Cream, Smoked Honey Live Music: Joe Cano & Friends

Friday, June 5 ★ 8:00pm10:00pm $170 thru June 4th / May increase thereafter / $195 at the door, if available Event Open to All Ages! Must be 21 & Over for Alcohol Consumption. Photo I.D. Required. *Each Taste of Chocolate ticket includes Friday Night's Celestial Cinema Double Feature.

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Keahole Lobster Slider, Canadian Bacon, Spicy Maple Mayo, Clover Sprouts ★ Fried Jidori Chicken, Kale Chop Salad, Milk & Honey Dressing

GARY JOHNSON

★ Muscoli Ripieni (A Cinque Terre Classic in Maui! )

Slowstewed Stuﬀed Mussels In Haiku Heirloom Tomato Spicy Pomodoro Sauce ★ Insalata, Sopressata di Polpo, Octopus “Salami” With Sicilian Salad of Fennel, Arugula, Oranges, & Pine Nuts ★ Cannoli RicottaMascarponeChocolate Stuﬀed Crispy Pastry Shell, Kula Strawberry Coulis

PHILLIP NESTOR

Joe's Nuevo Latino

Mulligan’s on the Blue

Ink Tostada, Olive Aioli

Jalapeno Tartar Sauce, Malt Vinegar ★ Irish Curry Veggie Wrap Mango Pineapple Chutney

★ Charred Octopus, Micro Salad,

★ Scallop Ceviche, Meyer Lemon Compressed

Cucumber, Fresno Chili

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★ Gnocchi Gorgonzola, Butternut Squash,

OFFICIAL BEVERAGES:

★ BBQ Shrimp

SPECIALTY WINES BY SOUTHERN WINE AND SPIRITS

A MESSAGE FROM THE MAUI FILM OFFICE Aloha, With the 16th Maui Film Festival upon us, it’s time once again to celebrate films and filmmakers from around the globe who inspire us, take us on an exploration of the human mind through the art of cinema, and bring culture, fantasy, and adventure to Wailea and it’s world-class resorts. Enjoy a variety of films under starry Hawaiian skies at the Celestial Cinema, and the newest venue, the Seaside Cinema, as well as the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. On behalf of the Maui County Film Office, we applaud and congratulate festival owners and founders, Barry and Stella Rivers, and their entire team, who work year round to bring such an amazing event to Maui. So kick off your slippahs, sit back, relax, and get ready for a spectacular festival in 2015!

Aloha,

Tracy Bennett Film Commissioner, County of Maui

A MESSAGE FROM THE HAWAI‘I FILM OFFICE Aloha mai Ka-kou Welcome to the 16th annual Maui Film Festival, one of the best film festivals on planet earth. For those who know this festival, you know exactly what I'm talking about. For those attending for the first time, prepare to be amazed. You are about to experience the most eclectic, life-affirming, inspired collection of films amidst the most breathtaking backdrop and technologically advanced venue ever. Where else can you share the magic of movies under a perfectly cinematic night sky with the majestic mount Haleakala- towering over you and the shining blue Pacific behind you. It's almost sensory overload. Almost... In my book, it's perfection. We are forever grateful to Barry & Stella Rivers for creating the gift that is this festival. And to the hardworking Maui Film Festival 'Ohana for all you do year-after-year to bring this celebration of cinema to life, offering the most inspired opportunity for film enthusiasts to bask in the aura of such creative energy. The Maui Film Festival is a critical partner in building Hawai'i's film industry. The festival sets the perfect stage and opens doors for the industry's key decision makers so they can see firsthand all that Maui and the Hawaiian Islands have to offer the world as a pre-eminent filming destination. And with the recent increase in the state's production tax credit, which provides 25% for productions taking place on Maui and the other Neighbor Islands, Hawai'i is poised and ready to take on the world. E nanea i na- ki'oni'oni (enjoy the movies!) Aloha, Donne Dawson State Film Commissioner Hawai'i Film Office hawaiifilmoffice.com

Filmmakers PanFeillm A makers Panels

Please Note: All panelists on all panels subject to change. AN INTIMATE CONVERSATION WITH LOUIE PSIHOYOS

Get a rare glimpse into the compassion and bravery that drives Louis Psihoyos, the Academy Award winning director of THE COVE and most recently the director of RACING EXTINCTION. Risking his life, and potentially his freedom, Louie travels Earth to protect species in danger of being lost forever while simultaneously spreading word about the breakthroughs now available to turn things around. The solutions are there. The question is whether Humankind has the willpower to take on the challenge posed by the possible 6th Great, this one Humanitydriven, Extinction.

GO I N G D E E P. L I V I N G L A RG E. N O RE GR E T S.

Four filmmakers — three of them with films honored with a Celestial Cinema Big Screen Debut, and the other one of the producers of a major end of the year studio release — share a treasure trove of production stories and insights to reveal the real deal about producing and directing films where The Forces of Nature always have a costarring role and many of the best athletes on Earth stretch the limits of human endeavor while pulling off formerly unimaginable feats of freedom and woosh! Panelists Devyn Bisson, THE WAVE I RIDE Jon Long, THE SEARCH FOR FREEDOM Laura Zeman, THE SEARCH FOR FREEDOM Chris Taylor, POINT BREAK 2

Moderator: Rick Chatenever, Journalist & Screenwriter

Moderator: Tracy Bennett, Maui Film Commissioner

Mei Court ★ Wailea Beach Marriott Resort Saturday, June 6 ★ 10:30 A.M.

Mei Court ★ Wailea Beach Marriott Resort Saturday, June 6 ★ 11:45 A.M.

ACTIVIST CINEMA (DOCUMENTARIANS)

Changing the world was never easy. Still ain’t. But the ﬁlmmakers sitting on this panel — each in their own, focused, beautiful, even stoney ways — are using all the tools in their personal and professional toolboxes to grab the wheel and drive head on into some of most important and buzzy issues of the day. Crowdfunding / Crowdsourcing, Medical Marijuana, growing genuine cosmic consciousness for the Earth’s place in the knows universe among them, they work to change the dominant paradigms of mainstream media with a tsunami of brilliant, original, well produced and directed independent documentaries. Panelists Timon Birkhofer, CAPTIAL C Christoph Ferrand, PLANETARY Mikal Jakubal, ONE GOOD YEAR Guy Reid, PLANETARY Moderator: Jay April, CEO, Akakū: Maui Community Television

Mei Court ★ Wailea Beach Marriott Resort Saturday, June 6 ★ 1:00 P.M.

O NC E U PO N A TI M E

Who doesn’t love a great story well told? Not us. We love ‘em. And at the end of the day are very clear that we are in the ‘story’ — rather than ‘show’ — business. This eclectic group of independent films (with more filmmakers also on the panel not yet confirmed at press time) provides a fresh journey through the looking glass into a world where money may be limited but heartfelt, quirky and memorable movie moments live long and healthy cinematic lives. Panelists Max Sadowski, PRETEND WE’RE KISSING Michael Toubassi, TEAMWORK Kyle Rideout, EADWEARD Special Surprises..

Moderator: Rick Chatenever, Journalist & Screenwriter

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Mei Court ★ Wailea Beach Marriott Resort Saturday, June 6 ★ 2:15 P.M.

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

10.000KM

Directed By: Carlos MarquesMarcet Executive Producers: Mayca Sanz, Pau Brunet, Danielle Schleif, Daniel Hammond, Gabriel Hammond Producers: Tono Folguera, Sergi Moreno, Jana Diaz Juhl Screenwriters: Carlos MarquesMarcet, Clara Roquet, Natalia Tena (Additional Dialogue), David Verdaguer (Additional Dialogue) Cinematographer: Dagmar WeaverMadsen Editors: Juliana Montañés, Carlos MarquesMarcet Cast: Natalia Tena, David Verdaguer This beautifully acted and executed love story — mostly told through videochat sessions, text messages, Facebook updates and the occasional phone call — about an artist who moves to Los Angeles for a year, leaving behind her boyfriend in Barcelona, movingly explores the challenges of long distance relationships. Sensitive, sensual and sexy — its opening scene will stay with you long after you've left the theater. Promise.

Capital C

Directed By: Timon Birkhofer, Jørg M. Kundinger Producers: Timon Birkhofer, Jørg M. Kundinger Screenwriter: Jørg M. Kundinger Cinematographer: Jørg M. Kundinger Editor: Jørg M. Kundinger Cast: Zach Crain, Jackson Robinson, Brian Fargo Kickstarter, Indiegogo, Crowdfunder and hundreds of other websites, have been lifechanging for tens of thousands of artists, musicians, filmmakers, techies, inventors and passionate firsttime and serial entrepreneurs over the last decade. This is the first feature length documentary dedicated to the crowd funding (r)evolution. It focuses on the hopes and dreams as well as the fears and pitfalls of three independent creative artists and inventors in making their way in this overwhelmingly complex Digital Age. In short, it's a don't miss movie for millennials and anyone else from 8 to 80 with a big idea and the rocket fuel to see it thru! 87 min. Unrated

In English and Spanish with English subtitles. 99 min. R

Castle Theater ★ Thursday, June 4 ★ 8:00 PM

Castle Theater ★ Friday, June 5 ★ 8:00 PM

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Eadweard

Jackie & Ryan

Directed by: Kyle Rideout Producer: Josh Epstein Screenwriters: Josh Epstein, Kyle Rideout Cinematographer: Tony Mirza Editor: Elisabeth Olga Tremblay Music: Anna Atkinson, Andrew Penner Cast: Sara Canning, Michael Eklund, Andrew Wheeler, John Innes, Torrance Coombs, Andrew McIlroy, Jay Brazeau, William C. Vaughn, Jordana Largy, Charlie Carrick, Kett Turton, Christopher Heyerdahl, Aleks Paunavic, Jonathon Young, Jodi Balfour

Directed By: Ami Canaan Mann Executive Producers: Jon Avnet, Arianne Fraser, Rodrigo García, Ksana Golod, Lawrence Greenberg, C.C. Hang Producers: Molly Hassell, John Jencks Screenwriter: Ami Canaan Mann Cinematographer: Duane Manwiller Editors: Lauren Connelly, Mako Kamitsuna Cast: Katherine Heigl, Ben Barnes, Clea DuVall, Emily Alyn Lind, Sheryl Lee

In the second half of the 19th century, Eadweard Muybridge, the father of motion pictures, embarks on an obsessive project to record on ﬁlm "the motion of life" in all of its abundance. His epic quest is eclipsed only by the depth of his jealousy over his beautiful, young wife Flora. As the project progresses, his paranoia over her ﬁdelity consumes him, until questions arise about his son's paternity, causing him to erupt. Writer/director Kyle Rideout and cowriter Josh Epstein captivate with an intimate, poignant portrait of a man whose maniacal insecurities and blazing genius sprang from the same searing source.

Variety, the film industry's 'bible', review of this sweet hearted country music seasoned love story favorably compared to the the Academy Award winning ONCE and BEGIN AGAIN. We couldn't agree more. The simple truth is that two musicians, played by Katherine Heigl and Ben Barnes, both down on their luck — she: a crashed music career in her wake, and he: a barely surviving itinerant musician — find both each other and love, when they most need it and least expect it. It's a perfect at any film festival 'find' Enjoy! 90 min. Unrated

104 min. Unrated

McCoy Theater ★ Friday, June 5 ★ 8:00 PM

McCoy Theater ★ Sunday, June 7 ★ 7:30 PM

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Kahlil Gibran: The Prophet

Directed By: Roger Allers Executive Producer: Gary Tarn Screenwriter: Kahlil Gibran Cinematographer: Gary Tarn Editor: Gary Tarn Music: Gary Tarn Cast: Liam Neeson, Salma Hayek, John Krasinski In THE PROPHET, BAFTAnominated director and composer Gary Tarn takes Kahlil Gibran's classic novel and spins it into a cinematic exploration of love, life and loss. An intimate narration, performed by the British actress Thandie Newton, is integrated into Tarn's minimal score for orchestra, guitar, cello and synthesiser. This fictional text is juxtaposed against footage shot on the filmmaker's solo travels to Lebanon, Serbia, New York, Milan and London. Finding beauty in the everyday, the film leaves space for each viewer to find their own meaning : an uninhibited eye observing the world through the lens of poetic wisdom. 84 min. Unrated

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Castle Theater ★ Friday, June 5 ★ 5:30 PM

Landﬁll Harmonic Directed By: Brad Allgood, Graham Townsley Executive Producers: Alejandra Amarilla, Rodolfo Madero, Belle Murphy Producer: Juliana PenarandaLoftus Coproducer: Jorge Maldonado Cinematographers: Neil Barrett, Brad Allgood Editor: Brad Allgood Composer: Michael A. Levine A beautiful story about the transformative power of music, which also highlights two vital issues of our times: poverty and waste pollution that makes clear that where not only can trash is recycled and turned into energy for some. It is also a world where trash can be turned into musical instruments that, in the hands of children from a small village built on a trash dump in Paraguay, are capable of making music that sets the human spirit free to soar well beyond their, and your, wildest dreams and expectations. Magic is alive and lives in music! 84 min. PG

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Castle Theater ★ Sunday, June 7 ★ 5:00 PM

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Love Is Now Directed By: Jim Lounsbury Executive Producers: Sam Eather, Behren Schulz, Jim Lounsbury Producer: Behren Schulz Screenwriter: Jim Lounsbury Cinematographer: Anthony Jennings Editors: James Sutton, Scott Walmsley Cast: Eamon Farren, Claire van der Boom, Anna Torv, Dustin Clare, Rhys Muldoon, Chris Haywood, Rodger Corser, Heather Mitchell, Rainee Lyleson Based on memories, 'Love is Now' is the intriguing yet mysterious drama chronicling a summer of love for experienced photographer Audrey (Claire van der Boom) and aspiring snapper Dean (Eamon Farren). Propelled by new love and Audrey's free spirit, the couple embarks on a formative country adventure following the Australian Harvest Trail where they discover signiﬁcantly more than they ever expected along the way.

One Good Year Directed By: Mikal Jakubal Producer: Mikal Jakubal Screenwriter: Mikal Jakubal Cinematographer: Mikal Jakubal Editor: Gretta Wing Miller In the remote backwoods of Northern California, three generations of pot farmers have built a thriving alternative culture around the state's most valuable cash crop. 'One Good Year' is the story of the everyday lives of four marijuana growers and their unique way of life behind the Redwood Curtain. 80 min. Unrated

97 min. Unrated

McCoy Theater ★ Friday, June 5 ★ 5:30 PM

Castle Theater ★ Wednesday, June 3 ★ 8:00 PM

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

A Place to Stand

Directed By: Daniel Glick Executive Producer: David Grubin Producers: Daniel Glick, Gabriel Baca Cinematographer: Michael Gordon Cast: Jimmy Santiago Baca Jimmy Santiago Baca, a petty thief and a drug dealer, sentenced to ﬁve years in Arizona State Prison taught himself how to read and write and discovered a passion for poetry that ultimately saved his life. Travel deep into the life and mind of a man whose early life was dominated by sadness, rejection, anger and pain, and through the power of poetry — ﬁnally found his place to stand. 86 min. Unrated

Tenured

Directed By: Chris Modoono Executive Producer: Sev Ohanian Producers: Paul Bernon, Sam Slater Screenwriters: Chris Modoono, Gil Zabarsky Cinematographer: Tom Campbell Editor: Bryan Gaynor Music: Cormac Bluestone Cast: Kate Flannery, Emily Wilson, Marc Evan Jackson The story of Ethan Collins, a severely depressed, foulmouthed elementary school teacher whose wife's recent departure has left him questioning his life and teaching his students that "mommies are liars." When he is put in charge of the school play as punishment for his bad performance, Ethan rewrites the script to be about his marital problems and puts on an unforgettable show for the parents, school board, soon to be exwife and the Maui Film Festival would add anyone who likes to laugh until they cry! 80 min. Unrated

McCoy Theater ★ Sunday, June 7 ★ 5:00 PM

Castle Theater ★ Sunday, June 7 ★ 7:30 PM

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Unexpected

Directed By: Kris Swanberg Producer: Andrea Roa Screenwriter: Megan Mercier, Kris Swanberg Cinematographer: Dagmar WeaverMadsen Editor: Zach Clark Music: Keegan DeWitt Cast: Cobie Smulders, Anders Holm, Gail Bean A delicate and beautiful story about a 30yearold Chicago highschool teacher and one of her students who both discover they're pregnant around the same time. Through it all this deftly told tale remains utterly downtoearth, smallscale and warmhearted in the best ways. This is an accom plished piece made by and about women that has 'juice and is well deserving of special consideration in the indie marketplace as a true and rare gem. The ﬁlm also features brilliant performances by Cobie Smulders, Anders Holm, Gail Bean and Elizabeth McGovern and is directed by Kris Swanberg. 90 min. R

Very SemiSerious

Directed By: Leah Wolchok Executive Producers: Deborah Shaffer, Regina K. Scully, Bruce Sinofsky Producer: Leah Wolchok Cinematographer: Kirsten Johnson Editors: Nels Bangerter, Scott Stevenson “Cartoons either make the strange familiar or the familiar strange,” says Bob Mankoff, the subject of Very SemiSerious. Mankoff would know; he’s the cartoon editor of The New Yorker, which has been a living museum of America’s best cartoons for 90 years. Very SemiSerious delivers an endearing history of the magazine’s storied cartoons and gives its audience a view of the world through the quirky and imaginative lens of cartoonists, a distinct breed of people indeed. The film goes behind the scenes with Mankoff as he dives into the process of creating, selecting and publishing the magazine’s brilliant cartoons. It also offers a delightful parade of characters as it introduces the colorful minds behind the art — such people as Mort Gerberg, George Booth, Roz Chast and countless others who put their pride on the line by submitting cartoons to the magazine that rejects hundreds each week. Very SemiSerious is a lesson in the power of humor, which can be a harmful weapon, a soothing antidote, a psychologist of humanity or an artifact of cultural zeitgeist. 87 min.

Castle Theater ★ Wednesday, June 3★ 5:30 PM

Unrated

Castle Theater ★ Thursday, June 4 ★ 5:30 PM

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Born in 1924, Pinky Thompson grew up in Hawaii during a time when one was punished for being

Native Hawaiian. After almost losing his life in the battleﬁelds of Normandy in World War II, Pinky

Visions in the Dark: The Life of Pinky Thompson

Directed By: Ty Sanga Executive Producers: Randie Kamuela Fong, Jamie Mililani Fong Producers: Ty Sanga, Vince Keala Lucero, Caleb Lucero Screenwriter: Ty Sanga Cinematographers: Vince Keala Lucero, Todd Fink, Greg Doi Jr. Editor: Seong Kyu Whang Music: Ryan Gonzales, Matthew Honda Cast: Jeremy Soares, Bruce Blankenfeld, Lita Blankenfeld, Nai‘a Blankenfeld, Tia Brown, Chad Kālepa Baybayan, Fred Cachola, Daniel Inouye, Hardy Spoehr, Laura Thompson, Myron Thompson, Nainoa Thompson, Elisa Yadao, Patricia Zell

brought his ﬁerce energy to the arena of social service and began changing lives back in Hawaii.

He needed to change public systems to rehabilitate the dignity, conﬁdence and social engagement of Hawaiians. This fearlessness and investment in the greater good brought him to the steps of Congress. His tenacious work brought credibility and respect to the Hawaiian voice. Pinky fostered new methods of policy collaboration and community testimony. He elevated a new generation of Hawaiian leaders to represent the vibrant cultural identity and value system of the Hawaiian people. 76 min. Unrated

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Castle Theater ★ Sunday, June 7 ★ 3:00 PM

2015 Maui Film Festival Short Films

The Bad Boy of Bowling

Directed By: Bryan Storkel Pete Weber is the selfdeclared ‘bad boy of bowling’ and the ﬁrst rock star of the sport. This short documentary tells the story of the past, present and future of bowling through the eyes of its most colorful and controversial character, Pete Weber. Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

Donation

Growth

Castle Theater – Thursday, June 4, 5:30pm

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

Directed By: Paul Emerson Ah the things we do for love. Beth learns that matters of the heart can get a little wonky when donating blood is involved. precedes Very SemiSerious

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 5:30pm precedes Love is Now

Directed By: Mishka Kornai An exploration of the universality of growing up through the eyes of those who have experienced it ﬁrst hand. plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 5:30pm precedes Kahlil Gibran: The Prophet

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

Boats

Directed By: Justin Dec Is there anything more worthy of lampooning than bottom linefeeding studio executives unapologetically infecting a oncetrusted movie studio with their whitecollar charm and misguided enthusiasm. In Boats, a group of suits brainstorm a new CGI franchise while spooﬁng committee thinking and corporate sycophancy. Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 8:00pm precedes Capital C

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

El Beso

Directed By: Carlos G. Davila Daniel just wants an honest, sober appraisal of how he kisses. Ale is unconvinced. Is a kiss between friends ever 'just a kiss'? Celestial Cinema – Friday, June 5, 8:00pm precedes Learning to Drive

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

The Gunﬁghter

Directed By: Eric Kissack In the tradition of classic westerns, a narrator sets up the story of a lone gunslinger who walks into a saloon. However, the people in this saloon can hear the narrator and the narrator may just be a little bit bloodthirsty.

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

Cheese

Directed By: Hannah Cheesman Jamie's no cheese connoisseur. And the macho cheese monger at Global Cheese knows it. So when Jamie buys some cheese for a party, she's unwittingly drawn into a macho superiority contest. Challenged to stand her ground, this is a cheese shop faceoﬀ between oldguard patriarch and newgeneration feminism. Celestial Cinema – Friday, June 5, 10:00pm precedes Pretend We’re Kissing

Green Thumb

Directed By: Phil Lorin A short ﬁlm about two busy parents who discover their child's fascination with horticulture.

Castle Theater – Wednesday, June 3, 8:00pm precedes One Good Year

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

Isola del Giglio

Directed By: Tom Schroeder Sunday morning on the long curve of Campese, Isola del Giglio. Impressions of the Italian island in the form of a sketchbook.

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 7:30pm precedes Jackie & Ryan

2015 Maui Film Festival Short Films

The Looking Planet

Directed By: Eric Law Anderson During the construction of the universe, a young member of the Cosmos Corps of Engineers decides to break some fundamental laws in the name of self expression. Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

Tea With the Dead

Directed By: Gary Gill After he ﬁnishes processing a body, an Irish embalmer pours cups of tea for himself and the corpse. Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm precedes A Place to Stand

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 8:00pm

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

Directed By: Jennifer Jessum The raw, wild dance choreography of Red Earth Calling tells the story of a young man who gets lost in the desert and becomes entranced by the spirit of the land. He is being called back to his roots, to the earth of which he is made.

Directed By: Sebastien Pins A beekeeper shares his worries about the future of his apiary school. A passion of gold and ﬁre which deﬁnitely helps our environment to keep on living.

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 5:00pm

plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

Red Earth Calling

Une Passion D'or et de Feu

Team Work

The World of Tomorrow

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

Directed By: Michael Toubassi There's no 'I' in team, but there is one in 'I hate you!' plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 8:00pm precedes Capital C

Directed By: Don Hertzfeldt A little girl is taken on a mindbending tour of her distant future. plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

precedes Eadweard

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

SAVE THE DATES! Tango Underpants

Directed By: Miranda Edmonds and Khrob Edmonds Carolyn, a young Australian backpacker, travels to Buenos Aires where she discovers not only the wonders of the tango but also the vital importance of the right underwear. Castle Theater – Thursday, June 4, 8:00pm precedes 10,000 Km

Castle Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Short Films for Grownups Showcase

Ubah!

Directed By: Joe Berlinger This short ﬁlm takes you inside the life of this upandcoming model, whose life has not always been picture perfect. McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

McCoy Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

Castle Theater – Sunday, June 7, 5:00pm precedes Landﬁll Harmonic

UPCOMING FESTIVALS June 15-19,2016 June 14-18,2017 June 13-17,2018 June 12-16,2019 June 11-15,2020 Dates subject to change.

2015 Maui Film Festival Long Short Films

Fly Again

The Gnomist

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

Desperate to ﬁnd connection and relief from loneliness, the gnomist embarks on a secret mission to handcraft and install miniature homes on a walking trail that is suddenly transformed into an enchanting forest. The secret gnomist becomes a catalyst for transformation: bringing hope to a grieving mother, inspiring a bullied 12yearold girl and restoring strength to an injured woman. When the gnomist's identity is unexpectedly revealed, the forest changes forever.

Directed By: Igor Merk Team of professional Acro Paragliding Pilots travels to Hawaii in pursuit of a personal dream. In search of new landscapes and unique aerial playground around the world they are stunned to find the majesty and beauty of Hawaiian Islands. As they travel across the islands they meet Daniel. Daniel is a young athlete, outdoorsman who had a dream that he had to surrender due to his spinal cord injury. Inspired by Daniel spirit the team decided to fulfill his dream and get him flying again. In the end it was not about personal journey but the people they got to meet! Experience the beauty of the Hawaiian Islands thru a birds eye view of a Professional Paragliding Pilot. plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

Directed By: Sharon Liese When fairy homes mysteriously appear in a suburban forest, three women, driven by unquelled curiosity about the origin of this whimsy, ﬁnd that believing in magic is the medicine they need to overcome their personal struggles and tragedies.

Castle Theater – Wednesday, June 3, 5:30pm precedes Unexpected

McCoy Theater – Friday, June 5, 3:00pm

plays in Family Friendly Short Film Showcase

Live, Breath, Hula

Directed By: Lauren Kawana

A portrait of one of the most captivating voices to come out of Hawai'i, musician and kumu hula Mark Keali'i Ho'omalu, an artist who obsessively challenges the concepts of traditional Hawaiian music and dancethousands of miles from his homeland in Oakland, CA. Castle Theater – Sunday, June 7, 3:00pm

precedes Visions in the Dark: the Life of Pinky Thompson

Toes-in-the-Sand Cinema

Peter Pan

The 1927 silent film classic PETER PAN continues the Festival’s tradition of complimentary community screenings courtesy of the Festival and Wailea Resort Association. Tickets: FREE screening. No ticket necessary.

Note: This venue will only be screening films on Saturday June 6th. Location: Wailea Beach between Four Seasons Resort and Grand Wailea Resort

ToesintheSand Cinema Saturday, June 6 ★ 8:00 PM

A Complimentary Community Screening

Frequently Asked Questions WHERE IS THE CELESTIAL CINEMA? The Celestial Cinema is at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course, on the amphitheaterlike slopes of the golf course driving range.

WHERE DO I PARK FOR CELESTIAL CINEMA? Parking for Celestial Cinema is at the Wailea Special Event Lot. From there, you take our complimentary shuttle service. The only parking available at the Gold and Emerald Course is for patrons with reservations to Gannon’s Restaurant and/or Maui Film Festival Wailea 2015 VIP Patron Passholders.

IS THERE A SHUTTLE SERVICE? A free shuttle, courtesy of Akina Aloha Tours, will take festival attendees to and from the Celestial Cinema and Special Event venues. Celestial Cinema shuttles run continuously starting at 6:15 pm. Opening Night Reception shuttles begin at 5:15pm. Taste of Wailea shuttles begin at 4:15 pm. All shuttles will return to the Special Event Parking Lot at the end of each Special Event and Celestial Cinema Feature Film. Return shuttles will drop off guests at Wailea resort properties and the Wailea Event Parking Lot upon request. For guests staying in Wailea Resorts, complimentary shuttle service from the hotel main entrance (side entrance at the Fairmont Kea Lani) is available to Celestial Cinema and all events except Filmmakers Panels, Filmmaker’s Brunch and Soirée at Spago. There is no shuttle service to Maui Arts and Cultural Center.

WHERE IS CELESTIAL CINEMA WILL CALL? Celestial Cinema Will Call is at the ticketing counter in the lobby of Gannon’s Restaurant and the Gold & Emerald Golf Course Pro Shop. The shuttle buses will drop you off right in front of it.

WHAT IS A GOOD NIGHT TO BRING MY KIDS TO THE FILMS? Parents are urged to research films for appropriateness for their children.

Kids 12 & under are FREE for Saturday (June 6) at Celestial Cinema for MR. HOLMES, and only $10 for Thursday (June 4) for SEARCHING FOR FREEDOM & for Sunday (June 7) for THE WAVE I RIDE.

Tickets for kids 10 and under are $10 for all other nights at Celestial Cinema and Castle Theater, although this is not meant to imply that the films are necessarily appropriate for children. Children’s tickets must be purchased by phone or at the door.

HOW IS SEATING ARRANGED AT THE CELESTIAL CINEMA? Seating at Celestial Cinema is on the grass, and is arranged on a first come first served basis. To make things more comfortable, please feel free to bring

your own low back beach chairs, blankets, and pillows or towels to sit on. You may also rent a low back beach chair for $5 per night. Rentals require a $15 deposit refunded upon return of chair. Special arrangements available for persons with disabilities.

Special seating available for patrons dining at Gannon’s Restaurant before attending Celestial Cinema and/or Maui Film Festival Wailea 2013 VIP Patron Passholders.

CAN I BRING FOOD OR BEVERAGES TO CELESTIAL CINEMA? No. Outside food, beverages, or coolers are not allowed. Thank you for your understanding.

ARE FOOD AND BEVERAGES AVAILABLE AT THE CELESTIAL CINEMA? Yes. Gannon’s Restaurant prepares a mouthwatering array of options for sale at the Celestial Cinema. Nightly offerings will include salads, wraps, sandwiches, and delicious hot dinners, including vegetarian options. Snack items ranging from popcorn to candy will also be available. Celestial Cinema is an alcohol free venue. Soft drinks and bottled water will be available. Maui Film Festival is proud to offer recy cling bins in which to place your cans, cardboard, plastic and glass containers.

HOW DO I PAY FOR FOOD AT CELESTIAL CINEMA? Scrip, purchased with cash, is the cur rency used at Celestial Cinema for food and beverages. There is an ATM on site. HOW DO I GET TICKETS FOR THE TRIBUTES? Tributes are ticketed with the film that they precede. See our film guide at mauifilmfestival.com for specifics.

IS FOOD AVAILABLE AT THE MAUI ARTS AND CULTURAL CENTER? Yes, delicious food prepared by local restaurants and caterers will be available in the Yokouchi Founders’ Court. Call the MACC Box Office for specifics regarding time and menu at 808242SHOW. WHAT IS THE ATTIRE FOR FILMS AND EVENTS? Attire for films is casual. Evenings can be cool at Celestial Cinema and Seaside Cinema. Bringing a sweater or light jacket will guarantee your comfort for the evening. Attire for all Special Events is "Resort Wear", including the Taste of Wailea, our signature event. ARE MINORS ALLOWED AT SPECIAL EVENTS? The Taste of Wailea is restricted to guests 21 and over. Please bring I.D. if you are attending Taste of Wailea. Minors are allowed at all other festival screenings and events.

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS? Tickets are available for sale on our website at MauiFilmFestival.com. Select passes and tickets are also available at

our kiosks at Whole Foods Market in Kahului May 20th – June 7th and at the Shops at Wailea from May 27th – June 7th.

For a complete list of locations please visit our Ticket Sales Location page.

IF I ORDERED PASSES OR TICKETS OVER THE PHONE OR WEB, WHERE DO I PICK UP MY TICKETS? All Passes are available for pickup at the Will Call at the first film or event that they include. All Film and Event Tickets are available for pickup at that event Will Call. To pickup your purchases, you must bring the credit card used and photo ID.

Tickets & Passes purchased prior to June 1st can be picked up at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Box Office on June 2nd.

Call MACC Box Office for hours at 808242SHOW.

After June 2nd, Rising Star Passes, McCoy Theater and Castle Theater Tickets will be available at MACC Box Office the day after purchase.

After June 2nd, Celestial Passes and Celestial Cinema single tickets will be available at Celestial Cinema willcall the day after purchase. Hours 6pm 10pm. After June 2nd, Shooting Star, Twilight, Comet, Stardust & Cosmos Passes will be available for pickup at the willcall of Celestial Cinema and/or the first Special Event that the pass includes.

After June 2nd, Special Event Tickets will be at the event willcall which opens half an hour prior to event start time.

After June 2nd, Single Film Tickets will be at the screening location willcall which opens as follows: Celestial Cinema at 6pm & MACC during regular hours. Call MACC Box Office at 808242SHOW. Special arrangements for pick up of multivenue passes & gift purchases can be made by emailing boxoffice@mauifilmfestival.com.

WILL TICKETS BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR? Celestial Cinema will have door tickets available for $25 each, which grants entry for the entire evening. Celestial Passes will also be available at the door for $92 – good for 4 admissions on any night. Maui Arts & Cultural Center will have door tickets at $15 per film.

Special Events will have door tickets available unless the event is sold out. Please check our Special Events page on the website prior to event for status. CAN I TAKE PICTURES AT THE FILMS AND EVENTS? Use of video cameras is strictly prohibited at all Maui Film Festival Wailea venues.

CELESTIAL CINEMA

2015 Ticket, Passes & Event Information

Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course Amphitheater $24 advance $25 at the door. Celestial Cinema tickets are sold by the day, not by the film. Each ticket includes admission to films screening that evening. Kids 12 & Under FREE on Sat 6/6 at Celestial Cinema, $10 on June 4 & 7. Available by phone and at the door. Parents please use your discretion when choosing family films. Castle Theater & McCoy Theater Maui Arts & Cultural Center $13/Advance. $15/Door. Kids 12 & Under at MACC: $10 at any film. Available by phone and at the door. This is not to imply that all films are appropriate for young audiences. Parents use your discretion when choosing family films. Filmmakers Panels & Intimate Conversations Saturday, June 6th Wailea Beach MarriottResort & Spa $12 advance per panel $15 at the door per panel Taste of Summer Opening Party Wednesday, June 3rd 5:00pm - 7:00pm Grand Wailea Resort & Spa $170 thru 6/2 $195 at door if available Taste of Chocolate Friday, June 5th 8:00pm - 10:00pm Four Seasons Resort Maui $170 thru 6/4 $195 at door if available Taste of Wailea Saturday, June 6th 4:30pm - 7:00pm Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course at the David Leadbetter Golf Academy $170 thru 6/5 $195 at door if available

MULTI-USER FILM PASSES Rising Star Pass Multi-user Family & Friends Pass Valid for 4 Films at MACC $54 pre-sale $60 at the door Celestial Cinema Pass Multi-user Family & Friends Pass Valid for 4 Celestial Entries. $88 pre-sale $92 at the door.

EXCLUSIVE INDIVIDUAL USER PASSES: Shooting Star Pass All Films at MACC & Celestial Cinema PLUS Film Panels PLUS Priority Celestial & MACC Entry. This pass not valid at Seaside Cinema. $230 thru 6/2 may increase thereafter Value: $265 Twilight Pass All Shooting Star Pass Benefits PLUS Taste of Summer Opening Party $375 thru 6/2 may increase thereafter Value: $460 Comet Pass All Shooting Star Pass Benefits PLUS Taste of Chocolate. $375 thru 6/2 may increase thereafter Value: $460 Stardust Pass All Shooting Star Pass Benefits PLUS Taste of Wailea. $375 thru 6/2 may increase thereafter Value: $460 Cosmos Pass An A-List Pass that includes all Shooting Star Benefits, PLUS All Festival Culinary Arts Special Events & Filmmakers Brunch $775 thru 6/2 may increase thereafter Value: $900

VIP PATRON PASSES Galaxy Pass ($1,500. SOLD OUT)

Big Bang Pass A Special Saphire Circle Patron Pass that includes All Benefits of a Cosmos Pass PLUS an Invitation to the Private 2015 Soirée at Spago, Saturday Filmmakers Brunch at Longhi's VIP Seating at All Festival Venues, Access to the Festival's Special Big Bang Patron Passholders Shuttle to Special Events & Screenings. Includes a tax-deductible contribution benefit of $1,000. $2,400 thru 6/2 Value: $3,000 Infinity Pass (SOLD OUT)

INPERSON TICKET PURCHASE Whole Foods Maui Market May 20 June 7 8:00am 9:00pm The Shops at Wailea May 26 June 7 10am 8:00pm

Wailea Resort Concierge Desks May 27 June 7 (Resort Guests Only)

Wailea Gold & Emerald Pro Shop May 27 June 7

Maui Arts & Cultural Center June 3 – June 7 10am8pm. *MACC Films and Rising Star Pass Only

Tickets ordered over the phone or online will be available for pick up at individual event willcall. “Will Call” windows open 1/2 hour prior to the event. Tickets are not available for willcall pick up on the same day of purchase.

SHUTTLE SCHEDULE SPECIAL EVENT PARKING LOT ON WAILEA IKE DRIVE Celestial Cinema Runs continually from 6:15pm

Taste of Summer Opening Party Runs continually from 5:15pm

Taste of Chocolate No shuttle from Special Event Lot Parking Shuttle service available from Wailea Beach Public Parking Lot from 7:45pm Taste of Wailea Shuttle runs continually from 4:15pm

Maui Film Festival Wailea Resort Shuttle schedule: Available to Wailea Resort guests from the front entrance of most resorts. Kea Lani Shuttle service is at the side entrance.

FESTIVAL PARKING Wailea Special Event Parking Lot is located at the top of Wailea Ike Drive. When approaching Wailea from Piilani Highway (Hwy 31), as you make the right hand turn on to Wailea Ike Drive, the lot will be on your left. A free shuttle, courtesy of Akina Aloha Tours, will take festival attendees to and from venues.

Celestial Cinema There is NO Festival Parking in Gannon's Restaurant Lot. All parking for the Celestial Cinema will be at the Wailea Resort Special Event Parking Lot. Taste of Summer Opening Party Valet Parking at Grand Wailea Resort

Taste of Chocolate Wailea Beach Parking Lot. No Parking at Four Seasons. Taste of Wailea Special Event Parking Lot. No Parking at Gannons

Castle Theater & McCoy Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Ample onsite parking. No shuttle service available.

IMPORTANT DETAILS, PLEASE TAKE NOTE.

On rare occasions, screenings, personal appearances and panelists are subject to change or cancellation. It’s always a good idea to check the Maui Film Festival’s website for updates, special screenings and more!

No coolers, bottles, outside food or beverages are allowed at any Festival venues. Food and beverages are available for purchase onsite at the Celestial Cinema, which is an alcoholfree venue.

No Refunds. No Exchanges. Rain or Shine. Lost, Stolen and/or Damaged Festival Passes, Special Event Tickets, Film Premiere Tickets, and Filmmakers Panel Tickets cannot be replaced. Please place your cans, cardboard, plastic, and glass containers in our recycling bins. Green Is Good!

TICKET AND PASS PICK UP

• To pickup your purchases, you must bring the credit card used and photo ID. • Tickets & Passes purchased prior to June 1st can be picked up at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Box Office on June 2nd. • Call MACC Box Office for hours at 808242SHOW. • After June 2nd, Rising Star Passes, McCoy Theater and Castle Theater Tickets will be available at MACC Box Office the day after purchase. • After June 2nd, Celestial Passes and Celestial Cinema single tickets will be available at Celestial Cinema willcall the day after purchase. Hours 6pm 10pm. • After June 2nd, Shooting Star, Twilight, Comet, Stardust & Cosmos Passes will be available for pickup at the willcall of Celestial Cinema and/or the first Special Event that the pass includes. • After June 2nd, Special Event Tickets will be at the event willcall which opens half an hour prior to event start time. • After June 2nd, Single Film Tickets will be at the screening location willcall which opens as follows: Celestial Cinema at 6pm & MACC during regular hours. Call MACC Box Office at 808242SHOW. • Special arrangements for pick up of multi venue passes & gift purchases can be made by emailing boxoffice@mauifilmfestival.com.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• Please be advised that rain or shine, and without exception, all Pass and Ticket sales are final and no refunds or exchanges will be made. • If lost, stolen or destroyed, Passes and Tickets will not be replaced. • Maui Film Festival staff and volunteers work yearround to ensure that a good time is had by all. That said, festival management, either directly or through its volunteers and staff, reserves the right to refuse admission to, and /or remove from any Festival Screening, Panel or Special Event, anyone whose actions are deemed troublesome and/or dangerous to other Festival attendees, guests, volunteers or staff. • The Festival exists thanks to many people’s efforts and many filmmaker’s support. The Maui Film Festival takes the protection of the intellectual property rights of each filmmaker and distributor seriously. The Festival expects and insists that all Festival attendees will honor both the spirit of this commitment and all laws that exists to penalize unauthorized recording with any device of and images or sound of Maui Film Festival projected film screening. Any and all individuals not honoring this request will be immediately ejected from the venue as well as forfeit, without compensation, all rights provided by any ticket or pass they may have purchased or provided in exchange for services rendered. Thanks, in advance, for your compliance and understanding. • Film, Panel, Tribute and Special Event sched ules subject to change without notice. Check website for updates. PLEASE NOTE: Cameras and recording devices will not be allowed in Festival Event venues. • A separate confirmation letter will be sent for each order you have placed. • Detailed information available on our website at www.mauifilmfestival.com

Mahalo for your support of The Maui Film Festival!

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Paia Youth & Cultural Center .......133 http://www.pyccmaui.org

Stella Artois.....................................77 http://www.stellaartois.com

Paradise SelfStorage ...................122 http://www.storagemaui.com

Stella Rivers Art.............................127 http://www.stellarivers.com

Pau Vodka........................................61 http://www.haliimailedistilling.com

Sunrun.....................................36 & 37 http://solarpanels.sunrun.com

Pi'iholo Zipline ..............................109 https://piiholozipline.com

The Fairmont Kea Lani Maui...28 & 74 http://www.fairmont.com/kealanimaui

Picture Mill ....................................130 http://www.picturemill.com

The Hollywood Reporter ...............30 http://www.hollywoodreporter.com

Tracy Bennett .................................88 http://www.ﬁlmmaui.com Variety .............................................10 http://variety.com Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa..15 http://www.marriott.com/hotels/ travel/hnmmcwaileabeach marriottresortandspa Wailea Community Association....114 http://wailearesortassociation.com Wailea Golf LLC ................................8 http://www.waileagolf.com WHERE Hawaii................................86 www.wheretraveler.com/classic/us/ ha/hawaiianislands Whole Foods Market Maui ...........119 http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com /stores/maui WireIMAGE .....................................60 http://www.wireimage.co

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UPCOMING FESTIVALS June 15-19,2016 June 14-18,2017 June 13-17,2018 June 12-16,2019 June 11-15,2020 Dates subject to change.

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