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2008 Phoenix Film Festival
Contents
Phoenix Film Foundation Board of Directors Ted Anderson Chairman of the Board Slobodan Popovic Vice Chair Chris LaMont President Greg Hall Treasurer Stephanie Dowling Secretary Francine Archer Mark Briggs Paul DeNigris Alison Frost Geoffrey Gonsher
The Festival 4 Festival Welcome 5 Festival Staff 6 Partnership Recognition 8 Insider’s Guide to the Film Festival 10 Opening Night Event 11 Closing Night Event 12 Phoenix Film Festival Guests 2008 14 Judges Introduced 64 Print Source
Kate Herbert Mark Hiegel Catrina Knoebl Bryan Laurel Eric McCarthy Rick McCartney Anne Montgomery Michelle Notrica Golan Ramras Paul Skiera Joni Sledge Miguel Valenti Ex-Officio Members Jason Carney Executive Director Amanda Melby IFP-Phoenix
Phoenix Film Festival 2008 Official Programme Rick McCartney Programme Publisher Jason Carney Editorial Director Amy Corben Sponsorship Director Stephen Gamble Graphic Design
Screenings & Programs 18 Educational Outreach Program 20 2008 Feature-Length Film Competition 30 2008 Showcase Features 44 Live Action Shorts A 45 Live Action Shorts B 46 Animated Shorts Program 48 College Shorts Program 50 Grade School / High School Shorts Program 52 Arizona Shorts Program A 54 Arizona Shorts Program B 56 Documentary Shorts 58 World Cinema Feature Film Competition 60 World Cinema Shorts A & B 62 Collins College Showcase 63 Arizona Student Film Festival
Schedules | Seminars | Events 33 Festival Schedule 36 Parties & Events Schedule 42 Seminar Schedule
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President’s Message Greetings And Salutations! On behalf of the Phoenix Film Foundation, the biggest non-profit film organization in Arizona, consider this your official welcome to the Phoenix Film Festival! Thanks so much for coming. You are in for the adventure of a movie lifetime! When this organization was started eight short years ago, we wanted to give everyone across the universe a cultural experience that showcased the art and culture of filmmaking. The Phoenix Film Festival exists because of all of you – the filmmakers toiling to bring your artistic world to life, and the audience members who love to see great films that make you think, feel, and bring something new to your soul. The Phoenix Film Festival is the biggest part of the Foundation’s mission, but we also have a lot of other programs that are tailor-made for you. For film lovers, we have year-round programming with monthly screenings with the Phoenix Film Society. IFP-Phoenix also offers filmmakers a chance to learn, network and make your films in Arizona by providing a host of tools and resources at your fingertips. The Arizona Student Film Festival gives Arizona students a showcase of their own, and we host the International Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival every October around Halloween. If this is your first time at the Phoenix Film Festival, we hope you enjoy yourself and have an amazing time. If you’re a veteran, thanks for coming out again to the biggest film festival in Arizona. We love what we do and we hope you open yourself up to the world of filmmaking and continue to support us as we change the landscape of Arizona, one film at a time. Much thanks and let’s roll! Chris LaMont President and Co-Founder Phoenix Film Foundation
Festival Director’s Message Really? Eight Years? Seriously? It’s hard to believe this is the eighth year. The Phoenix Festival has come a long way since 2001 when we were surprised to have 3,000 people show up. Even today, we’re humbled that in 2007 we surpassed attendance of 20,000. Not only is the Phoenix Film Festival the largest in Arizona, but it continues to be one of the fastest growing festivals in the country. I’d like to thank our Partners that make this event possible. Without the support of these corporations, the Phoenix Film Festival would not exist. You’ll see their names throughout this program. Please support our Partners throughout the year; they have made a significant contribution to helping us bring the Festival to you. Special thanks are also owed to all of our Volunteers who graciously give their time and energy to this organization. Without them there would be no Phoenix Film Festival. Finally, I would also like to thank the filmmakers. Congratulate them on their achievement. It’s a tremendous accomplishment just to make a film, but they have beat out hundreds of other films to be part of this event. We are honored to show their films, so join me in giving them a huge round of applause every time the opportunity arises. The Phoenix Film Festival is the bringing together of filmmakers and film lovers which creates an incredible community for eight days. It’s an event where you and thousands of others have a common interest in great independent films. You and your thousands of new best friends have plenty to be excited about this year. This year’s film selections are our most dynamic yet. There’s a little something for everybody at this year’s Festival, so take it all in. Have a great time.
Jason Carney Festival Director Phoenix Film Festival 4 | 8th Annual PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL April 3 - 10, 2008
Festival Staff Executive Staff
Phoenix Film Foundation At-A-Glance Mission Statement: To promote the exhibition of works by filmmakers and conduct educational programs that teach the art of independent filmmaking. The Phoenix Film Foundation supports and develops the growth of independent filmmaking in Arizona. Since 2000, it has become the largest film organization in the state by sponsoring a number of initiatives that support these goals:
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Arizona Student Film Festival January 17, 2009
Int’l Horror & Sci-Fi Film Festival October 23-26, 2008
IFP Phoenix (Independent Feature Project)
Chris LaMont Executive Director Jason Carney Festival Director Greg Hall Program Director Slobodan Popovic World Cinema Program Director Scott Rogers Short Film Program Director Greg Wolf Technical Director Dana Lane Guest Relations Director Mica Coach Filmmaker Relations Director George Love Theatre Operations Director Debra Hildebrandt Volunteer Director Amy Corben Partnership Director Ashley Moriarty Events Director Kepi Peterson Auction Director Amanda Melby IFP-Phoenix Executive Director Lesile Criger Entertainment Director Jon Bonnell Screenplay Director Jennifer Pfalzgraff Student Education Director Joe Gruberman Seminar Director Katie Schwartz Festival Operations Manager Diane Bell Filmmaker Relations Manager David Lucas Volunteer Manager Dan Gluck Guest Relations Manager David Quiroz Theatre Operations Manager Abby Hartman Events Manager Erin Appleton Webmaster
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Give to the Phoenix Film Foundation by calling 602.955.6444 or visit www.phxfilm.com
Michelle Saldana Filmmaker Relations Coordinator Karla Yoder Filmmaker Relations Coordinator Kylie Gad Filmmaker Relations Coordinator
Mike Lucas Projectionist Cliff Mccaskill Projectionist Ken Cross Projectionist Brad Golden Projectionist Pamela Wilson Merchandise Coordinator Sue Wilson Merchandise Coordinator Heather Lucas Volunteer Coordinator Paul Lewis Volunteer Coordinator Bill Mondy Theatre Operations Coordinator Scott Woods Theatre Operations Coordinator Geoffrey Morrissey Theatre Operations Coordinator Adam Hess Floor Operations Supervisor Ric Reyes Screen Presenter Coordinator Cody Gidley Festival Intern Jen Mccuen Festival Intern Jasmine Carlisle Festival Intern Kitior Ngu Festival Intern Michael Moore IFP-Phoenix Intern
ASU Film Festival Class Garrison Comstock Auction Intern Jason Dillon Volunteer Intern Ryan Duff Events Intern Sara Elder Administrative Intern Jonathan Figueroa Marketing Intern Randy Forte Educational Outreach Intern Daniel “Jerry” Guevara Administrative Intern Linnaea Kimble Educational Outreach Intern Anthony Kneale Volunteer Intern Kimyana Lee Filmmaker Relations Intern Zachary Loeser Volunteer Intern
Julianne Loof Administrative Intern Marilyn Martini Technical Intern Michael McLaughlin Marketing Intern Emilio Mejia Theatre Operations Intern Heaven Mercer Filmmaker Relations Intern Ryan Murphy Marketing Intern John Murphy Marketing Intern Bijan Mutab P. Hedayati Filmmaker Relations Intern Heather O’Neil Administrative Intern Andrea Payton Marketing Intern Alex Quitugua Filmmaker Relations Intern Nick Ramirez Theatre Operations Intern Brian Roth Theatre Operations Intern JP Scott Technical Intern Molly Terricano Theatre Operations Intern
Phoenix Film Foundation Staff Jason Carney Phoenix Film Foundation Executive Director Amanda Melby IFP Phoenix Executive Director Brian Pulido International Horror and Sci-Fi Film Festival Director Gene Ganssle Arizona Student Film Festival Director Kristin Rodin IFP-Phoenix Operations Manager
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Film Festival 101 Welcome to the greatest place on Earth if you’re a movie fan. A film festival is a place where you can immerse yourself in the magic and wonder of the motion picture. If you are brave enough, you’ll have the most enjoyable filmbased experience of your life, only to be topped by coming back to the Festival next year. Here are some handy tips to make your Film Festival experience a truly memorable one:
PLAN OUT YOUR JOURNEY Like Frodo, Sam and the rest of those Middle-Earth inhabitants, you have to have a map to find your way across the great unknown. Your guide during your festival is your program and the schedule of films. Figure out what films you want to see, and plan your Festival Itinerary around those movies. The true marathon film festival attendee can see six films in one day. Six films! Just remember to eat occasionally and use the restroom often.
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW The Phoenix Film Festival works under the “Guaranteed Seating System” developed by our organization to make sure nobody gets stuck waiting in line for a screening and then getting turned away because it’s sold out. When you get a ticket to a screening, you know you will soon be nestled in the luxurious seats of the Harkins Scottsdale 101. It’s guaranteed!
WHICH LINE IS THIS? The type of Festival Pass you have determines what line you wait in. Did you pull out the big bucks and get a VIP Pass? There is a special line that gets you into every screening first. Festival Pass holders are the next line. Then the Single Ticket Line is the last to enter the theatre.
BUT I WANT TO BE IN THAT LINE! So you want to get in earlier to the big film tonight? Upgrade your Festival Status! It’s a lot like traveling in First Class instead of Coach. If you want to upgrade yourself from a Single Ticket Holder to a Festival Pass Holder, you can turn in your Single Ticket Stubs anytime during the Festival at the Welcome Center.
WHAT MOVIE IS THE MUST-SEE FILM OF THE FESTIVAL? The easy answer is, “All of them”, but to be honest, the true buzz on the films at the festival can be found from people just like you. Everyone around you wants to see the best movies, and the greatest thing about the Festival is the community experience that everyone feels. Talk to strangers, make a friend, and find out what movies they saw and what movies they want to see.
ALL THE OTHER STUFF That’s right, there’s a ton of other stuff you can do at the Festival. There are workshops, seminars, short films, celebrity appearances, the silent auction, the parties every night, all the premieres, the bands, the music, the conversation, the popcorn and so much more! Do it all! Over the past seven years, the Phoenix Film Festival has created friendships, brought couples together, born many creative projects, brought filmmakers together into
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collaboration, and that’s all on the first day. Remember, the Festival only happens once a year, so enjoy it and have the time of your life!
LAST THING Everywhere you turn, you will see filmmakers. Talk to the filmmakers. They LOVE to talk, especially about their films. Filmmakers come in all ages and sizes. Look for the cool filmmaker badge and say “Hi!” Take them to lunch, buy them a beverage, and find out who they are and what their film is all about. You won’t regret it!
WAIT! THERE’S ONE MORE THING The bedrock of the Phoenix Film Festival is our amazing staff and volunteers. If you need anything, let them help you with whatever you need. They love movies, and they are excited to be part of this amazing event.
OKAY – I FORGOT ONE MORE LAST THING Have a great time and don’t forget to spread the word to all of your uncool friends who decided that they DIDN’T want to go to the Phoenix Film Festival. Buy a hat and a t-shirt and flaunt your amazing choice of arts and culture experiences. And make them come back with you next year!
Enjoy! The Executive Staff Phoenix Film Festival
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Opening Night Event | Thursday, April 3, 2008 The Visitor Presented by Overture Films Official Selection of the Toronto International Film Festival Written & Directed by Thomas McCarthy Starring: Richard Jenkins, Hiam Abbass, Danai Gurira, Haaz Sleiman Screening Cine Capri, 7:30 PM Walter, a college professor, travels to New York to attend a conference and finds a young couple living in his apartment. He ends up befriending them, especially Tarek, a Syrian street musician. But Tarek is profiled by the police at a subway station and incarcerated, becoming subject to imminent deportation. When Tarek’s widowed mother appears, Walter’s connection to this family in distress deepens and his narrowed horizons expand.
Opening Night Events 5:00 to 7:00 PM Opening Night Cocktail Party The Arizona Republic Party Pavilion The 2008 Phoenix Film Festival kicks off with the Opening Night Cocktail Party in the Arizona Republic Party Pavilion. Enjoy music from String Chemistry on the Peroni Stage, food from Abuelo’s, and your favorite beverage from one of our bars. All in the comfort of the 10,000 square foot tent just outside the Harkins Scottsdale 101. String Chemistry
7:00 PM Opening Night Screening Sundance Channel Cine Capri Threatre The Visitor presented by Overture Films. Directed by Thomas McCarthy. Starring Richard Jenkins, Hiam Abbass, Danai Gurira, Haaz Sleiman. Running Time: 103 minutes
Following the Screening Q&A: Thomas Mccarthy & Haaz Sleiman Stay for a Question and Answer session with Haaz Sleiman, one of the stars of the film, and director Thomas McCarthy.
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9:30 PM Opening Night Party The Arizona Republic Party Pavilion The festivities continue in the Arizona Republic Party Pavilion where the music and beverages keep coming. Enjoy the rest of Opening Night, but don’t forget, we’re just getting started.
Thursday, April 10, 2008 | Closing Night Event Life Before Her Eyes Presented by Magnolia Pictures Directed by Vadim Perelman Starring: Uma Thurman, Evan Rachel Wood Screening Cine Capri, 7:30 PM Starring Academy Award®nominee Uma Thurman (Kill Bill) and Evan Rachel Wood (Across the Universe, Thirteen), The Life Before Her Eyes is the new film from Vadim Perelman, the acclaimed director of House of Sand and Fog. The Life Before Her Eyes is an intense and visually evocative drama about the loss of youth, investigating how a single moment in time can define an entire life. Based on Laura Kasischke’s visionary novel, the story hinges on a pivotal confrontation: two high school girls held captive by a gunman and forced to make the terrifying choice as to who will live and who will die.
Closing Night Events Closing Night Party, Buffalo Wild Wings Join us at Buffalo Wild Wings for the Closing Night Party. Enjoy music from Jonathan Pierce and Adrian Serrano. Born and raised in the Valley, Jonathan combines a touch of Reggae, R&B, Folk, Rock and Jazz. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the Phoenix Film Festival one last time! Then start thinking about next year!
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Phoenix Film Festival Guests
Thomas McCarthy Thomas McCarthy attended Boston College and the Yale School of Drama on his way to a successful career as both a talented actor, writer and director. As an actor, he has appeared in films such as 30 Days with Sandra Bullock, Meet the Parents starring Ben Stiller and Robert DeNiro, Good Night and Good Luck and Syriana, both starring George Clooney, Clint Eastwood’s Flags of Our Fathers and in regular roles on the television shows Boston Public and The Wire. In 2003, he wrote and directed his debut feature, the highly-acclaimed The Station Agent, starring Peter Dinklage, Patricia Clark and Bobby Canavale. The film won several awards including Best Audience Award and the Waldo Salt Screenwriting Award at the Sundance Film Festival, and the John Cassavetes Feature Film and Best First Screenplay honors at the Independent Spirit Awards. He has since written and directed The Visitor, starring Richard Jenkins, which World Premiered at the 2007 Toronto Film Festival and U.S. Premiered at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. The Visitor is making its’ Arizona Premiere and is the Phoenix Film Festival’s Opening Night Film.
Tom Arnold Tom Arnold was born in Ottuma, Iowa and started doing stand-up comedy when he was 23. He began writing for the television show, Roseanne, in 1989, after star Roseanne Barr saw him performing on-stage. In 1990, he married the sitcom star, appeared on the show and then starred in his own series, The Jackie Thomas Show, in 1992. He briefly retired and opened a restaurant with Roseanne in Eldon, Iowa and then divorced Roseanne in 1994. That year, he played Arnold Schwarzenegger’s sidekick in James Cameron’s True Lies, which led to several opportunities. In between stints as a host on Fox Sports’ The Best Damn Sports Show”, he has established himself as a comedic actor with such films as Nine Months with Hugh Grant, Director John Landis’ The Stupids, McHale’s Navy, Soul Plane, 2004 Phoenix Film Festival selection Happy Endings, The Kid & I and in 2008 Phoenix Film Festival competition film Remarkable Power, where he will participate in a question and answer session after the Friday screening of the film.
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Phoenix Film Festival Guests
Shane West This versatile actor was born in Baton Rouge, Lousiana in 1978. He started acting at age 15, and appeared in bit parts until he was cast in ABC’s Once and Again with Sela Ward and Evan Rachel Wood. In 1999 he costarred in Barry Levinson’s Liberty Heights with Adrien Brody, and teen comedies Whatever It Takes and Get Over It, In 2002, he starred opposite Mandy Moore in her debut film A Walk to Remember. For that role, he won the Young Hollywood Award for Superstar of Tomorrow. Since then he has starred in the big-screen adaptation of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen with Sean Connery, the Emmy-Award winning television show E.R. as Dr. Ray Barnett, and has several film projects currently in the pipeline. He also is a talented musician, writing and playing guitar for his band, Average Joe, which gave him a true insight to the true story of the punk band The Germs and his role of Darby Crash in What We Do Is Secret, 2008 Phoenix Film Selection. He will appear for the film’s question and answer session after each screening.
Johnathon Schaech This talented writer/actor first appeared in How to Make an American Quilt with Winona Ryder and writer/ director Gregg Araki’s The Doom Generation with actress Rose McGowan’s debut. His leading man stardom was established as brooding lead singer Jimmy Mattingly in Tom Hanks film That Thing You Do! Since then he has appeared in such films as Hush, After Sex, Sea of Dreams, and 2007 Phoenix Film Festival Best Picture winner Little Chenier, and he will play a major lead in the horror remake of Prom Night. A confirmed horror genre fan, he started writing and producing short films in 2002, and is writing the script for such films as the upcoming The Poker Club and the adaptation of Stephen King’s From a Buick 8, The Hour Before Dark and The Black House. He is appearing and will participate in a question and answer session for his starring role in the horror feature, Organizm, the late night horror screening both Friday and Saturday night at this year’s Phoenix Film Festival.
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Phoenix Film Festival Judges ENIX FIL O
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All Judges are members of the Phoenix Film Critics Society and have many years of experience sitting in dark rooms watching images play out on the big screen as the outside world passes by for the benefit of the paying public. All judges have judged at past editions of the Phoenix Film Festival.
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David Ramsey
David is the President and cofounder of the Phoenix Film Critics Society. His reviews have been heard on Camel Country Radio (KMLE 108 FM) for fourteen years, he can be seen on the CBS 5 Morning News every Friday, on ABC-15’s “Sonoran Living Live” , and in Arizona Player Magazine. His DVD reviews air on KMLE and on two stations in Denver.
Roger Tennis
Co-founder and Vice President of the Phoenix Film Critics Society, Roger is the creator of the longrunning national television series CLIPS and co-creator, with wife Janet, of the popular CLIPS website Cinemaclips.com. Roger is also a voting member of the Broadcast Film Critics Association (The Critics’ Choice Awards) and has worked in the television industry for over 40 years.
George Grorud
George graduated with a B.S. in Journalism from the University of Oregon in 1977. After writing movie reviews for the Phoenix-based U Report, he became film editor for JAVA Magazine, a post he’s held for the past thirteen years.
Kris Mason
In addition to being a member of the Phoenix Film Critics Society, Kris was a film and photography major at Rutgers University. He is the film critic for Nearby News, the publisher of The View, The Groves Report and The Val Vista. He currently produces and performs in the Kris Mason Off “off” Broadway Comedy Showcase.
Dr. Jamise Liddell
Jamise has been a Phoenix based film critic, lifestyle and entertainment reporter for more than ten years. Liddell writes for several print and online publications including the The Foothills Focus, Que Pasa and The Glendale Daily Planet. She’s been a frequent guest film critic on The Fox 10 Morning Show and Sonoran Living Live television shows. In addition to interviewing top Hollywood actors, directors and producers, Liddell enjoys writing, learning and teaching about the film industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Northern Arizona University, a master’s degree in Technical Communications from Colorado State University, and a doctorate’s degree in Education from Arizona State University.
World Cinema Feature Films
Mark Moorehead
Mark is currently the film critic for the Wrangler News and has been for the last eight years. He was formerly the film critic for the Ahwatukee Magazine. Also, he has been a member of the Phoenix Film Critics Society for five years. Moorehead’s film education began in college film classes making short films and studying directors Antonioni, Bergman, Fellini, Hitchcock and Kubrick. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michigan in 1977 and attended the University of Detroit School of Law.
David Malsch
David is a film critic/pundit who has been writing film criticism since 2004. He is a member of the Phoenix Film Critics Society and can be heard weekly on KPHX 1480 am and read locally
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in the City Sun-Times. He was the Founder and Executive Director of the Black Point Film Festival, an independent film and music festival in Wisconsin, and is currently hosting the Big Picture Film Society, a monthly political film series at ASU.
Stan Robinson
Stan has 22 years of motion picture production experience, is the primary Movie Reviewer, Celebrity Interviewer, Motion Picture News (national as well local) Reporter, and provides commentary for “Screen Scene” Movie Newsletter. “Screen Scene” is available on-line at www.StanRobinson.org
Short Films Gayle Bass
Like many others, Gayle is a California transplant who came to the Valley to study at ASU in 1996. She’s an award-winning news reporter and is currently the ‘Click Chick’ and film critic on KTAR-FM and regular co-host on “Your Life A to Z” on 3TV.
Neil Cohen
Neil has been the Film and Theater Critic for Echo Magazine since 1993. He is also an actor and playwright who most recently starred in “Bad Seed” for iTheatre Collaborative.
Arne Williams
Arne has been a journalist for over 40 years and a film critic for ten. He works for the state’s largest African-American newspaper, The Arizona Informant. He also writes for the National Newspaper Publishers Association with more than 230 minority papers in cities throughout the country.
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Educational Outreach Program Built for filmmakers in grades 6-12 The Phoenix Film Festival Educational Outreach Program invites teachers and students interested in the art of filmmaking to participate in a series of educational seminars that take place during the day throughout this year’s festival. The program, which takes place over four days during the 2008 Phoenix Film Festival, is entering its fifth year and is structured for students from grades 6-12. Each day, different aspects of filmmaking will be explored and student film enthusiasts of all levels will enjoy learning about film, participating in hands-on activities, and viewing films made by their peers. From film lovers to filmmakers, and from writers to actors, these seminars are a great way to complement your school’s current curriculum with real world application. The Educational Outreach Program is presented by Independent Feature Project (IFP) – Phoenix. IFP-Phoenix is the filmmaker education arm of the Phoenix Film Foundation. IFP-Phoenix gives filmmakers opportunities to make films, learn about filmmaking, see films and meet other filmmakers through educational seminars and workshops, screenings, networking events and more.
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Get Involved If you would like your student, class or school to be involved in the Phoenix Film Festival Educational Outreach Program contact the Phoenix Film Foundation office at 602-955-6444.
2008 Feature-Length Film Competition August Evening Directed by: Chris Eska Arizona Premiere www.augustevening.com Run Time: 127 minutes Cast: Veronica Loren and Independent Spirit Award Nominee Pedro Castaneda Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 9:00 am Saturday, April 5th at 5:25pm Sunday, April 6th at 2:10pm ‘August Evening’ follows an aging undocumented worker, Jaime, and his young widowed daughter-in-law, Lupe as their lives are thrown into upheaval. Lupe is more of a daughter to Jaime than his own children, and the two try to stick together…but change is inevitable.
Dakota Skye Directed by: John Humber ARIZONA Premiere Run Time: 89 minutes Cast: Eileen Boylan, Ian Nelson, JB Ghuman Jr. Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 4:40 pm Saturday, April 5th at 9:20 am Sunday, April 6th at 12:40 pm A coming of age story of a seventeen year old girl named Dakota Skye who has a super power. She has the ability to see through any lie that is told to her. The combination of seeing every lie throughout her life coupled with the fact that she is seventeen has led to her becoming bitter and apathetic. When Jonah, her boyfriend’s best friend from New York, comes into town and does not lie it shakes up her world and leads her to reexamine her own life.
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2008 Feature-Length Film Competition Dirty Country Directed by: Joe Pickett and Nick Prueher Arizona Premiere www.dirtycountrymovie.com Run Time: 70 minutes Cast: Larry Pierce, Itis Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 4:50 pm Saturday, April 5th at 7:50 pm Sunday, April 6th at 11:35 am *WARNING: This film contains graphic language, it is not recommended for audiences under 18. “Dirty Country” introduces an ordinary man with an extraordinary gift for dirty music and tells the unlikely story of how his songs were thrust out of obscurity and into the spotlight. The film also profiles several living legends of the raunchy music business, including piano virtuoso Dr. Dirty, seminal funk singer Blowfly, and the original party band, Doug Clark’s Hot Nuts. With commentary from leading authors, experts and social critics, the film poses the question: is America a nation of prudes or are we living in a dirty country?
Finding Kraftland Directed by: Richard Kraft Arizona Premiere www.findingkraftland.com Run Time: 75 minutes Cast: Alan Menken, Danny Elfman, Nicky Kraft, Richard Kraft Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 2:20 pm Saturday, April 5th at 5:30 pm Sunday, April 6th at 2:00 pm After the death of his older brother and challenges to his own health, a Hollywood talent agent drags his son through an obsessive quest to recapture his childhood involving Zero Gravity flights, obsessive collecting of pieces of Disneyland, and a trek around the world to discover the perfect roller coaster. Along the way both father and son discover one another and the true meaning of living life to its fullest.
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2008 Feature-Length Film Competition Hell on Wheels Directed by: Bob Ray Phoenix Premiere www.hellonwheelsthemovie.com Run Time: 89 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 7:10 pm Saturday, April 5th at 12:00 pm Sunday, April 6th at 9:10 am “Hell on Wheels” takes a from-the-trenches look at the dizzying clash of athleticism, exhibitionism, egos, politics, and business that is modern-era roller derby. A group of hard-hitting Texas women overcome myriad obstacles in resurrecting and revamping the sport, only to find internal strife ripping the fledgling organization apart. Two leagues emerge from the clash and what follows ignites an international roller derby revival.
On Broadway Directed by: Dave McLaughlin Arizona Premiere www.onbroadwaythemovie.com Run Time: 101 minutes Cast: Joey McIntyre, Eliza Dushku, Mike O’Malley, Will Arnett, Amy Poehler Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 11:55 am Saturday, April 5th at 8:10 pm Sunday, April 6th at 3:10 pm “On Broadway” is about the power of a person with a dream. It’s about how laughter helps us deal with loss. It’s about the ties of family and the warmth of neighborhood life. It’s about a young couple starting their life together. It’s about a father and son, and breaking down the wall that divides them. It’s about life.
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2008 Feature-Length Film Competition Remarkable Power! Directed by: Brandon Beckner Arizona Premiere Run Time: 101 minutes Cast: Tom Arnold, Kevin Nealon, Kip Pardue, Christopher Titus, Dule Hill Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 5:15 pm Saturday, April 5th at 9:10 pm Sunday, April 6th at 1:40 pm With the plug about to be pulled on his late night talk show and his wife engaged in a steamy affair with a pro baseball star, host Jack West is desperate to keep aflame his fading celebrity and avenge the deeds of his two-timing spouse. Jack concocts the mother of all media stunts, killing two birds with one stone. The scheme entangles an eclectic collection of colorful locals. A plump private eye teams with a macabre photographer to investigate the strange disappearance of a dead body. A glassy-eyed cheddar head falls prey to a phony get rich quick guru. Imperiled actors embark on a quest for a fresh corpse. Cops in costume, a peculiar special effects makeup team, porn stars with dreams of stardom, a Jewish drug lord with very large brothers, Russian mobsters and others converge in this unique roller-coaster ride of comedy, mystery, and mayhem through the underbelly of modern day Sodom and Gomorrah.
Take Directed by: Charles Oliver Arizona Premiere www.takethemovie.com Run Time: 99 minutes Cast: Minnie Driver, David Denman, Jeremy Renner Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 9:20 am Saturday, April 5th at 5:20 pm Sunday, April 6th at 11:30 am â&#x20AC;&#x153;Takeâ&#x20AC;? occurs over two days- one day in the present and one day in the past. Ana (Minnie Driver) drives through the desert to witness the execution of Saul (Jeremy Renner), the stranger who destroyed her life so many years ago. Saul waits out the final hours of his life. Both are caught in the memory of the day when their lives crossed paths and changed forever. Years earlier, Saul is out of a job, out of money, and out of time to pay his debts. Ana, with her young son, tries to work out her uncertain future. It only takes a moment for their lives to collide and become permanently intertwined. 26 | 8th Annual PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL April 3 - 10, 2008
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2008 Feature-Length Film Competition What We Do is Secret Directed by: Rodger Grossman Arizona Premiere Run Time: 92 minutes Cast: Shane West, Bijou Phillips, Noah Segan Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 2:40 pm Saturday, April 5th at 8:05 pm Sunday, April 6th at 9:00 am A biopic about Darby Crash and his band, The Germs, a seminal and pioneering force in the Los Angeles punk rock scene from 1977 to 1980. Darby had a five year plan to become a legendary hero, culminating in suicide. Darby tragically and ironically fulfilled his mission on the same day John Lennon was assassinated, eclipsing much of the notoriety of the event.
The Art of Travel Directed by: Thomas Whelan Arizona Premiere www.theartoftravelmovie.com Run Time: 97 minutes Cast: Brooke Burns, Christopher Masterson, Maria Conchita Alonso Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 12:05 pm Saturday, April 5th at 8:15 pm Sunday, April 6th at 10:00 am Conner Layne is on the top of the world. Life seems to be going in the ideal direction until his marriage comes crumbling down at the altar. In the wake of disaster, Conner decides to take the honeymoon solo to Central America. In Panama, he joins an expedition to travel through the Darien Gap: 125 miles of jungle that separates North from South America. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Art of Travelâ&#x20AC;? is about the twists and turns of jungle life. Inside these moments are new friends and adventures, even in the wake of our darkest moments.
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Showcase Feature Films Then She Found Me Directed by: Helen Hunt Starring: Helen Hunt, Bette Midler, Colin Firth and Matthew Broderick Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 4th at 7:30pm
Forbidden Kingdom Directed by: Rob Minkoff Starring: Jackie Chan and Jet Li Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Time: Saturday, April 5th at 7:30pm
Young at Heart Directed by: Stephen Walker Run Time: 107 minutes Official Selection of Sundance Film Festival Courtesy of Fox Searchlight Pictures Screening Times: Sunday, April 6th at 7:00pm Tuesday, April 8th at 7:20pm
Son of Rambow Directed by: Garth Jennings Starring: Bill Milner, Will Poulter Run Time: 95 minutes Official Selection of Sundance Film Festival Courtesy of Paramount Vantage Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 7:00pm Wednesday, April 9th at 7:20pm
American Teen Directed by: Nanette Burstein Starring: Bill Milner, Will Poulter Run Time: 95 minutes Official Selection of Sundance Film Festival Courtesy of Paramount Vantage Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 10:00pm Sunday, April 6th at 4:15pm 30 | 8th Annual PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL April 3 - 10, 2008
A New York schoolteacher hits a midlife crisis when, in quick succession, her husband leaves, her adoptive mother dies and her real one, an eccentric talk show host, materializes and turns her life upside down as she begins a courtship with the father of one of her students.
While hunting down bootleg kungfu DVDs in a Chinatown pawnshop, Jason makes an extraordinary discovery that sends him hurtling back in time to ancient China.
Prepare to be entertained by the inspiring individuals of YOUNG@ HEART, a New England senior citizens chorus that has delighted audiences worldwide with their covers of songs by everyone from The Clash to Coldplay.
Will, who isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allowed to watch TV or go to the movies, expresses himself through his drawings and illustrations until he finds himself caught up in the extraordinary world of Lee Carter, the school terror and crafter of bizarre home movies.
A heartbreaking and hilarious hit that follows the lives of four teenagers - a jock, the popular girl, the artsy girl and the geek â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in one small town in Indiana through their senior year of high school.
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Showcase Feature Films Falling for Grace Directed by: Fay Ann Lee Starring: Fay Ann Lee, Gale Harold, Margaret Cho, Ken Lueng Run Time: 98 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 12:00pm Saturday, April 5th at 2:30pm
Skid Row Directed by: Niva Dorell, Marshall Tyler, Ross Clarke Starring: Pras Michel Run Time: 80 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 8:00pm Saturday, April 5th at 10:15pm
Uncross the Stars Directed by: Kenny Golde Starring: Ron Perlman, Barbara Hershey, Dan Gillies Run Time: 100 minutes Filmed in Arizona Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 7:40pm Monday, April 7th at 9:20pm
Jakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Written and Directed by: Jeff Santo Starring: Richard Tyson & Diane Ladd Run Time: 100 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 7:20pm Tuesday, April 8th at 9:20pm
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Follow Grace on a whirlwind ride of romance and white lies, as she carefully negotiates her personal ties to Chinatown and the politics of Wall Street and high society.
Skid Row is a 50 square block area in downtown Los Angeles where an average of 90,000 homeless and transient people live on any given night. Pras Michel-one third of the successful hip-hop band The Fugeeslives on the streets of Skid Row for 9 days and nights as a homeless person.
Troy Harper is beset by grief when he loses his young wife to illness. Suffering from loneliness and confusion, he follows her enigmatic last request, to drive to the Arizona desert and build a porch for his curmudge only Aunt Hilda.
A Heisman trophy winner and former NFL star is forced to care for his nephew after the young boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parents die. He brings the boy to the isolated high desert town where he lives but is unable to tell the boy his parents are dead.
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Screening Schedule & Events Planner
OPENING NIGHT: THURSDAY, APRIL 3, 2008 ARIZONA REPUBLIC PARTY PAVILLION
Sundance Channel TheatrE Harkins Cine Capri
ARIZONA REPUBLIC PARTY PAVILLION
5:00 PM Opening Night Cocktail Party
7:30 PM Opening Night Film: THE VISITOR
10:00 PM Opening Night Party
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Take end time 10:59 AM
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Haw Ang end time: 10:57 am
An American In China end time: 10:50 AM
Educational Outreach end time 1:00 PM
August Evening end time 11:07 AM
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Nafaka end time: 2:00 PM
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Finding Kraftland end time 3:35 PM
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The World Unseen end time: 3:41 PM
Dakota Skye end time: 6:09 PM
Dough Boys end time: 4:00 PM
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Remarkable Power! end time: 6:56 PM
College Shorts end time: 7:00 PM
It’s Gonna Get Worse end time: 7:26 PM
Dirty Country end time: 6:00 PM
Jake’s Corner end time: 9:00 PM
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FRIDAY NIGHT EVENT Then She Found Me end time: 9:10 PM
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Collins College Shorts end time: 9:50 PM
The Orange Chronicles end time: 10:27 PM
Hell On Wheels end time: 8:40 PM
Death of a Ghost Hunter end time: 12:02 AM
Son of Rambow end time: 8:35 PM
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The Devil Dared Me To end time: 11:45 PM
Organizm end time: 12:15 AM
11 Minutes Ago end time: 12:30 AM
Cemento Armato end time: 12:49 AM
Sundance Channel presents Off the Grid end time: 12:23 AM
American Teen end time: 11:35 PM
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5:00 PM Music and Mingling Silent Auction open from 5:00pm to Midnight 9:00 PM Friday Night Party featuring The Blues Hounds
SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2008 ARIZONA REPUBLIC PA R T Y PAV I L L I O N
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AZ Student Film Festival Shorts end time: 10:20 AM
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This Beautiful City end time: 5:57 PM
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Forbidden Kingdom End Time 9:15
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Dirty Country end time: 9:00 PM
It’s Gonna Get Worse end time: 8:41 PM
What We Do Is Secret end time: 9:37 PM
On Broadway end time: 9:53 PM
Uncross the Stars end time: 9:20 PM
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Saturday Night Bash featuring The Instant Classic
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off end time: 11:45 PM
Organizm End Time 12:15 AM
World Cinema Shorts A end time: 11:37 AM
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Nafaka end time: 12:40 AM
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Screening Schedules SUNDAY, APRIL 6, 2008 ARIZONA REPUBLIC PA R T Y PAV I L L I O N
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Flyboys end time: 7:13 PM
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World Cinema Audience Award
Coyote
Winner: Best Documentary
Winner: Live Action
Flyboys
Winner: Best Ensamble Acting
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Winner: Audience Award
Collins College Shorts
IFP Challenge Awards Screening
Sundance Channel presents Off the Grid
Fugitive Pieces
Son of Rambow
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Winner: Audience Award
World Cinema Best Short
Mongol
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Winner: Best Screenplay
Festival Choice
Uncross the Stars
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World Cinema Festival Choice
Jury Prize Winner
Roman De Gare
Festival Choice
World Cinema Best Picture
Winner: Best Picture
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The Visitor
Winner: Best Picture
Young at Heart
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Closing Night Film: Life Before Her Eyes
Winner: World Cinema Best Director
Winner: Best Director
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Parties Thursday 04.03.08 5:00pm - 7:00pm String Chemistry www.stringchemistry.com The band String Chemistry is an improvisational band that performs Blues, Blues with a Latin flare, Jazz, Alternative, and Rock originals which currently play on East Coast radio stations and Internet radio. Each member has rocked 40 + years in the music industry and in 2004 their first album, La Ventana, sold strong in both US and European Markets. 9:30pm What Laura Says Thinks and Feels www.myspace.com whatlaurasaysthinksandfeels Unwilling to meander down one path, the young gentlemen of What Laura Says Thinks and Feels put their inventively unique style and homegrown creativity to every aspect of every note that really leaves me breathlessly assured of good things to come.
Friday 04.04.08
7:45pm – 8:45pm Peppermint James www.peppermintjames.com They describe their sound as groovy, with aspects of classic rock, reggae, jazz, blues, and world...We sound like ourselves-check us out! 9:00pm – 10:30pm Black Carl www.myspace.com/iamblackcarl Black Carl is composed of Emma Pew (vocals), John Krause (drums/ guitar), Chad Leonard (drums/guitar), Matthew Noakes (guitar/vocals), and Ian Woodward (bass/guitar). The smooth sounds are built on Soul, Rock, Motown, and all influences of our separate lives. We can be found at myspace. com/ iamblackcarl. 11:00pm The BluesHounds www.myspace.com/theblueshounds1 With their Highly-Charged American Blues and Blues-based Rock, The Blueshounds will get your head bobbin’ and toes tappin’! It’s all about feelin’ good, gettin’ down and havin’ a good time!
5:00pm – 6:00pm Peachcake www.peachcakemusic.com Peachcake is something that was created in hopes of making the world a safer, better, happier place for all the creatures inhabiting it. We do this by creating a fun, upbeat, positive message through which our sonorous sounds, live application of our antics and music can be correctly conveyed and seen in a lighthearted, personable, and interactive way to thus see people smile, laugh, dance, and just plain...feel good! It’s all about spreading the good, good vibes.
Saturday 04.05.08
6:15pm - 7:30pm Rocketline www.rocketlinemusic.com Rocketline consider themselves Progressive, Psychedelic, Trance musicians that are influenced by free thinkers, activists, revolutionaries, and artists of any form. Anyone that offers something different, pure, original, expressive, or creative!
9:00pm The Instant Classics www.theinstantclassics.com The Instant Classics are a live Karaoke and cover band whose goal is to make everyone feel like a rock star. Their infectious energy and live interactive audience participation has helped them achieve that goal. Saturday night is your chance to be an Instant Classic.
6:00pm – 7:00pm SMD www.smdband.com Sunday Morning Drive, the greatest band you’ve never heard of. 7:30pm – 8:30pm Jody Gnant www.jodygnant.com Jody dives into her life and pulls out the musical snapshots. She sings about innocence and lost loves, vanity and selfreflection, life as we know it - and life as we want it to be.
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Sunday 04.06.08 5:00pm – 7:00pm Downward Dog www.downwarddog.net Downward Dog plays a great mix of music. From their own alternative originals to hits from the 90’s all the way up to today, the powerful and versatile vocal styles bring variety to this predominately female-fronted act. 7:00pm – 9:00pm Graham Brown www.grahambrown.net Singer/Songwriter Graham Brown was born in Philadelphia in 1988. Influenced by traditional singer-songwriters, rock n roll, and blues players, and of course plenty of Beatles, to name a few, Graham listened and learned all that he could from a large library of recordings and literature in the home. Now he’s here to rock the PFF stage for you! 9:00pm Five High (formerly On The Spot) www.fivehighband.com Five High (formerly On The Spot) was formed in late 2005 but with a few member changes, by summer 2006 were complete with members Nick Jensen, Josh Strmic, Kevin Redlich, and James Strmic. With the rock solid “Strmic rhythm section,” Kevin’s bluesy leads, and Nick’s smooth melodies, Five High mixes Rock, Blues, and Soul to create a style all to its’ own.
Thursday 04.10.08 9:30pm Jonathan Pierce and Adrian Serrano www.myspace.com/jon4than20 Born and raised in the Valley, Jonathan combines a touch of Reggae, R&B, Folk, Rock and Jazz with a unique vocal sound and an acoustic Rhythm to create the sound you hear.
Showcase Feature Films Mongol Directed by: Sergei Bodrov Starring: Tadanobu Asano and Channing Tatum Run Time: 124 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 5:00pm Wednesday, April 9th at 9:20pm
Fugitive Pieces Written and Directed by: Jeremy Podeswa Starring: Stephen Dillane, Rade Sherbedgia, Rosamund Pike Run Time: 106 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 2:15pm Wednesday, April 9th at 7:10pm
Roman de Gare Directed by: Claude Lelouch Starring: Dominique Pinon, Fanny Ardant Run Time: 103 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 2:45pm Tuesday, April 8th at 5:20pm
Coyote Directed by: Brian Petersen Starring: Brett Spackman Run Time: 94 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 11:05pm Wednesday, April 9th at 5:20pm
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MONGOL delves into the dramatic and harrowing early years of the ruler Genghis Khan. Following him from his perilous childhood to the battle that sealed his destiny, the film paints a multidimensional portrait of the conqueror, revealing him not as an evil brute, but as an inspiring, fearless and visionary leader.
Fugitive Pieces is a powerful, poetic, and emotionally-charged drama about love, loss and redemption. The film tells the story of Jakob Beer, a man whose life is haunted by his childhood experiences during WWII.
In the still of the night, three lives are about to cross...a woman abandoned, a stranger awaiting his chance, and a best selling author who imagines the thriller of the year.
After their Mexican friend is deported, two young Americans decide to begin smuggling illegal immigrants into Arizona for profit.
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Showcase Feature Films An American in China Directed by: Ron Berrett Starring: James Snyder, Fei Fei Sun Run Time: 96 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 9:15am Saturday, April 5th at 9:25am
Dough Boys Directed by: Louis Lombardi Starring: Andrew Keegan, Louis Lombardi, Gaetano Iacono Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 2:30pm Saturday, April 5th at 11:50am
Flyboys Directed by: Rocco DeVilliers Starring: Tom Sizemore & Stephen Baldwin Run Time: 118 minutes Screening Times: Sunday, April 6th at 5:15pm Monday, April 7th at 5:20pm
Off the Grid: Life on the Mesa Directed by: Jeremy Stulberg & Randy Stulberg Run Time: 64 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 10:10pm Wednesday, April 9th at 7:00pm
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In search of direction a recent college-grad heads east to China and finds Mei, a beautiful young girl who pushes him to find his path, and he in turn motivates Mei to stay the course of her own dream…
Dough Boys is a drama that serves up the story of Lou and Frank, two Bronx brothers running the family bakery. Because of Lou’s gambling problem the shop is about to be taken from them by the neighborhood gangster, and his brother has no idea.
Two boys from a small town find their courage tested when they accidentally stow away aboard an airplane owned by the mob.
Some 400 people make their home on a rugged 15-square mile stretch of New Mexico desert known as the Mesa. Devoid of basic amenities like running water, paved roads and power lines, the Mesa isn’t an easy place to live, but it does offer solitude and autonomy to those who need it, as well as an alternative to contemporary consumer society. An episode of Big Ideas for a Small Planet: Grow will be shown immediately after Off the Grid.
Showcase Feature Films Organizm Directed by: Richard Jefferies Starring: Jonathan Schaech, Erica Leerhsen Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 10:45pm Saturday, April 5th at 10:45pm
The Devil Dared Me To Directed by: Chris Stapp Run Time: 75 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 4th at 10:30pm
11 Minutes Ago Directed by: Bob Gerbert Starring: Ian Michaels, Christina Mauro Run Time: 90 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 11:00pm Sunday, April 5:00pm
Death of a Ghost Hunter Directed by: Sean Tretta Starring: Patti Tindall, Davina Joy, Mike Marsh, Lindsay Page Run Time: 105 minutes Screening Time: Friday, April 4th at 10:15pm
Ferris Bueller’s Day Off
A dark secret lies beneath the desert, and one man holds the key to an unimaginable living hell.
Ever since growing up as a young boy on a remote New Zealand sheep-farm, Randy has dreamed of performing the ultimate daredevil stunt: jumping across Cook Strait in a rocket car. It is this dream that sends him on his quest from the South Island sheep farm to the bright lights of Auckland city.
When a time-tumbler on a mission to capture a sample of today’s air accidentally lands at the end of a wedding reception, he discovers that he’s already been there all night long. Trouble is he can only stay for 11 minutes at a time.
In 2002, renowned “ghost hunter” Carter Simms was asked to conduct a paranormal investigation of the infamous Musterson House. Joined by a cameraman, a reporter, and a spiritual advocate, she embarked on a three-night quest for the truth.
It’s Ferris’ day off, he’s out to enjoy himself, and he does!
Directed by: John Hughes Starring: Matthew Broderick, Mia Sara, Alan Ruck, Jennifer Grey, Alan Ruck Run Time: 102 minutes Screening Time: Saturday, April 5th at 10:00pm
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Seminar Schedule SATURDAY 04.05.08 Arizona Republic Party Pavilion 11:30 am Script to Screen: Screenwriting for Independent Film Every movie begins with a script, but every script doesn’t become a movie. Our panel of produced screenwriters discuss the rocky road to success in the rollercoaster world of screenwriting. 1:00 pm Arizona Film Degree Programs & Educational Opportunities. Educational opportunities in the Arizona film industry no longer consist of just on-the-job training. Learn about the high school and college programs that are paving the way for future opportunities in our exploding film industry. 2:30 pm How to Get Into the AZ Film Industry Can’t wait to get a degree in Film? Find out what it takes to get on a fast track into the film industry by working on independent and studio projects that are happening right now.
4:00 pm Behind the Scenes with Festival Filmmakers: part I Join in on this entertaining Q&A session with our festival filmmakers. Learn about what goes on behind the scenes at a film shoot, then go watch the movies tonight and tomorrow with a whole new perspective.
SUNDAY 04.06.08 Arizona Republic Party Pavilion 11:30 am Actors’ Roundtable: Life as an Indie Actor Opportunities in independent film. What are we sacrificing for the craft? Are indies the back door into mainstream? And what is “mainstream” these days, anyway? Talent and talent reps are on hand to give you their first hand views. 1:00 pm Short Film Directors’ Roundtable Why shoot a short? Limited budget? Limited time? A calling card? Or just a darned good script? We’ll talk with several of the short subject filmmakers to find out how this type of project is a necessary step most filmmakers’ careers -- and what you can do to get your own project on the big screen.
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2:30 pm The Future of Films in Arizona A lot has changed on the Arizona filmmaking scene in the last few years. Our panel of industry watchdogs monitors, promotes and lobbies in favor of the film industry. This Q&A session will give you the lastest information about the direction and growth of film in Arizona. 4:00 pm Behind the Scenes with Festival Filmmakers: part II You’ve seen their films on the big screen. Now’s your chance to join in on an entertaining discussion with our festival filmmakers. Delve into the behind-the-scenes stories that add new dimension to the films that have graced our screens. Participate in a Q&A discussion about launching your own film project. Sessions moderated by local film industry professionals. Times and guests are subject to change.
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Live Action Shorts - Program A The Job Directed by Jonathan Browning The immigration debate just got a little funnier! Waiting Directed by Lisa Demaine A businessman awakens to find himself in a body shop waiting for his car to be repaired. However, time in the waiting room is irrelevant and he must pay for the accidents of his past. Adam & Evelyn Directed by Tom Metz III Adam and Evelynâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s search for their perfect match is interrupted when they get swept into the path of another coupleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s musical destiny. Will these two star-crossed lovers find each other?
Easy Pickins, Directed by Will Hartman
Reflections Directed by Barry Caldwell Carol sees things in the mirror, things that have happened before and things that have not happened yet. Parachute Directed by Lucas Fleischer and Paul Grellong A young boy witnesses an extramarital affair and confronts the man involved. The two develop an unlikely friendship. Crossing Numbers Directed by Abel Gonzales A dark comedy about the indifference of the institutions towards the humanitarian crisis on the US/Mexican Border. A man is found dead, and neither side wants the case. Easy Pickins Directed by Will Hartman Two thugs get more than they bargained for when they try to rob a little old lady.
Crossing Numbers, Directed by Abel Gonzales
Numero Dos Directed by Kimberly Williams-Paisley A comedy about a country music roadie trying to satisfy his most urgent need.
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Screening Times Saturday April 5th at 5:10 pm
Sunday April 6th at 12:05 pm
Total Runtime: 95 minutes
Live Action Shorts - Program B Side Effects May Include Directed by Shad Clark Reality ruptures commercial bubbles in this socially explosive short. A Day’s Work Directed by Rajeev Dassani What was a simple job escalates into a violent misunderstanding involving an American family and the three immigrant laborers hired to help them move. The Frank Anderson Directed by Dave Perkal Frank Anderson has man-boobs and attempts to get approved for surgery.
The Frank Anderson, Directed by Dave Perkal
X Directed by Josh Brolin An inmate escapes prison to reunite with his daughter and search for her murdered mother in order to exhume her body and give her a proper burial. The Phone Book Directed by Kurt Kuenne The first ever film adaptation of perhaps the most widely owned book in creation, the telephone directory. Unsecured Loan Directed by Juliane Block Money never screws people, people screw people.
The Phone Book, Directed by Kurt Kuenne
Broken Directed by Jon Jones Jonah’s wife lies dead on the floor. He swears to his best friend Michael that he didn’t do it, but all is not as it seems.
Boys Own Story Directed by Michael Petroni Bob’s got a problem. He spent most of his childhood indoors because his Aunt does not want him to bring other kids’ germs and filthy ideas into their home.
Screening Times Saturday April 5th at 2:40 pm
Sunday April 6th at 2:40 pm
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Animated Shorts Program DNN: Dead News Network Directed by John Leanos & Sean Nash Peter Deadings heads a bone-chilling newcast from Mictlan. Some of the broadcasts reported on include: the theory of Global Chillin’ and the Million Muerto March on the Capital. Running Seasons Directed by Y. Grace Park A black and white tale of a boy’s life taking place inside of a train; as he grows older the world becomes colder. Tea Reverie Directed by Yonsu Kim The Coyote and the Tortoise, Directed by Len Simon
The Coyote and the Tortoise Directed by Len Simon
Tee explores a surreal forest, and finds happiness in her life. When the World Goes Dark Directed by Anthony Scalmato
Based on the classic fable that recounts the race between a wise tortoise and an arrogant coyote, “The Coyote and the Tortoise” presents a tale of persistence and humility.
In the underworld of the New York City Subway system, one man struggles with madness for a chance at love.
Hope Springs Eternal Directed by Ron Noble Mort has been dumped by his true love, Vida, and wants nothing else but to die. However, his failed suicide attempts end up wreaking havoc on unfortunate souls nearby. Raccoon and Crawfish Directed by Heather Carpini, Mark Edwards, Shaun Foster, Peter Hale, Karabo Legwaila, and Calvert J. Waller III An animation based on an Oneida Indian legend of a hungry raccoon searching for food and finding a crawfish on a quest for glory. Beetle Blasphemy Directed by Ferris Webby A God among insects brings ‘HIS’ mighty Word to the tiny masses.
Raccoon and Crawfish, Directed by Heather Carpini, Mark Edwards, Shaun Foster, Peter Hale, Karabo Legwaila, and Calvert J. Waller III
Simulacra Directed by Tatchapon Lertwirojkul One day on a planet that is made up of only machines, a robot discovers that a piece of organic life exists. PK-Granny Directed by Jo Meuris A little old lady is mugged by a man on a bicycle. Is there not anyone around to help her?
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Screening Times Friday April 4th at 2:50 pm
Sunday April 6th at 9:45 am
Total Runtime: 75 minutes
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College Shorts Program Signs Directed by Patricia McInroy This is a collection of stills that streams visual consciousness and illustrates an effort to interpret the messages of everyday life. The Relationship Theorem Directed by Lori Johnson A girl tries to remove the emotions from love via science in this coming of age story. Capture Claus Directed by Chris McInroy Grab Christmas by the beard. Negotiations Directed by Ethan Cushing
Capture Claus, Directed by Chris McInroy
During what seems to be a routine hostage situation, LA’s top negotiator Tom Bennett, comes face to face with his estranged son in the middle of an intense standoff. No Parking Directed by Jeremy Brunjes A man perpetually getting parking tickets finally meets the officer writing them. The Box Directed by Eddie Uehara A strange box is sent to a resident’s home. Who sent it? What is in it? Binding Borders Directed by Tiffany Hsiung
Negotiations, Directed by Jeremy Brunjes
Four journeys, four languages, one city – bound together through the past. Test Day Directed by David Fabelo During an exam, Anthony encounters a variety of ethnicities to choose for his identity, but by choosing one, will he neglect what makes him unique?
Screening Times Friday April 4th at 5:30 pm
Saturday April 5th at 2:10 pm
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Grade School/High School Shorts Lombard Directed by Max Anderson In this stop motion epic, two rivals battle to the end. Which one will come out on top? Just a Friend Directed by Tyler Bourns Jessicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life was falling completely apart until the day she met John. Proud Sins Directed by Preston Randolph A WWII Veteran returns home and faces the changes in his life and the flashbacks he has of the War. Never Trust Arachnids Directed by Devany Dellis Two tiny ants hatch a get-rich-quick scheme on a hot day. A spider offers a suggestion on how they can cool down â&#x20AC;&#x201C; but should the ants listen to him? Bread, Salt, and Water Directed by Ken Kabatoff The pacifist history of a Doukhobour boy and a draft dodger girl cause conflict at their high school Remembrance Day assembly. Speaking Truth to Power: The Story of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee Directed by Melissa Mergner A documentary about farm labor activist Baldemar Velasquez and his organization, the Farm Labor Organizing Committee. Heart Attack Directed by David Harris A recently heartbroken and desperate Leslie undergoes a quest to find true love in a gritty New York City. Prelude Directed by Michael Morone Madison, a deaf woman, becomes involved with a charming pianist,
Heart Attack, Directed by David Harris
Phillip. When their new relationship is forced apart all the two are left with is a short, sweet, and resonating prelude.
Screening Times
Saving Angelo Directed by Dominic Scott Kay
Saturday
A boy discovers an abandoned dog left for dead on the side of the road and his selfless acts brings the dog back to life.
Sunday
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April 5th at 11:25 am April 6th at 9:05 am
Total Runtime: 81 minutes
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Arizona Shorts Program A
First and Last, Directed by Damien Patrik
Opening the Doors Directed by Mark Wilson
Der Ostwind Directed by Kohl Glass
First and Last Directed by Damien Patrik
A documentary based on Barbara Booth transitioning from independent living to assisted living. Memories arise, newspapers get thrown out and the scary cupboard will be opened.
In search of a worthy component, a German WWI ace accepts the challenge of a mysterious and seemingly invincible American pilot â&#x20AC;&#x201C; only to discover the true price of honor.
The story of a landlord and a hundred crackpot tenants set in Sedona, Arizona.
The Addict Directed by Jon Ray There are many addictions in life, but few are as traumatic as this one. Raglin Tales Directed by Bruce Nelson An African American drama about children discovering their family secrets. Revelation Nine Directed by Vance Null
Nonsense Directed by Rustin L. Odom A young girl wakes to find herself trapped inside her home by unknown forces. Strange and terrifying events unfold before her as she desperately tries to find a way out. Like You Said Directed by Tracy Shrier An estranged son returns home to beg his dying father for forgiveness. With the aide of the Hospice Nurse he receives the grace and closure heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been looking for.
A short thriller portraying the events described in the Book of Revelation at the end of the Bible.
Screening Times Saturday April 5th at 11:15 am
Sunday April 6th at 4:25 pm
Total Runtime: 89 minutes
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Arizona Shorts Program B The Alien Menace directed by Jon Mutch This parody of 1950’s public service announcements follows an American family on their quest to help America prevent an alien invasion. Romanced directed by Joel von Dauten The persuasion of romance finds its way into an otherwise ordinary lunch date. Michael’s Hearing Problem directed by Bruce Dellis Michael turns to his buddies for advice after he’s dumped for “hearing only what you want to hear”. Pinball Passion directed by Beau B. Bellgraph & Bracken J. Batson “Pinball Passion” is an introduction to the designers, players, and collectors of pinball machines that also ventures inside the only pinball machine manufacturing company in the world. Bitter Spirits directed by Adam & Donovan Montierth Larry and Denise celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary at home with friends. But their romantic tranquility is shattered when Larry’s past catches up with him, resulting in a semi-horrific maelstrom of secrets, betrayal, and cheese.
I’m Tired, Directed by Charles Choueiri
I Saved the World from Global Warming directed by Nolan Wang & Kyle Dickinson Keifer Donovan discovered the solution to global warming but no one really cared. Can he come to terms that global warming is ‘like so 10 years ago’? Miss Matched directed by Bivas Biswas Jack is a cheese addict. When Jack’s cheese order gets mixed up with his neighbor’s mail order bride, Crystal, the FBI comes in hot pursuit of Crystal Meth!
I Saved the World from Global Warming, Directed by Nolan Wang & Kyle Dickinson
I’m Tired directed by Charles Choueiri Bruce has just separated from his long-time girlfriend and continues through his daily routine, but a version of his suicidal self is always nearby.
Screening Times Friday April 4th at 4:45 pm
Saturday April 5th at 11:55 pm
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Documentary Shorts
When the Light’s Red Directed by Keith Wilson
When the Light’s Red Directed by Keith Wilson A poignant and humorous take on one man’s response to intersection panhandling. Hot Wind: America’s Fallout Casualties Directed by Kristen Alaquidy A reliving of the period when nuclear weapons were tested at the Nevada Test Site through the eyes of the “down winders” from Parowan, Utah. Why We Wax Directed by Kimberly M. Wetherell and Amy Axelson
Hot Wind: America’s Fallout Casualties , Directed by Kristen Alaquidy
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Screening Times Friday April 4th at 9:05 am
Sunday April 6th at 11:25 am
Total Runtime: 81 minutes
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World Cinema Competition Features Cemento Armato
A young man named Diego is the unknowing victim of a ruthless manhunt-all because he broke the rear-view mirror of a car belonging to a gangster. In turn, the young man is searching for the person who raped his girlfriend, unaware of the fact that the gangster who is hunting him down was the one who raped her.
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Set amidst breathtaking scenery, Sister Adel faces a village that resents her ways, saddening poverty within the village, lack of modern education for the children, and a feisty young Dacmay who continually tests her will.
Italy Directed by: Marco Martani Arizona Premiere cenemtoarmato.wordpress.com Cast: Nicolas Vaporidis, Carolina Crescentini, Giorgio Faletti Run Time: 104 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 11:05pm Saturday, April 5th at 10:10pm
Phillippines
Directed by: Bong Ramos Arizona Premiere Cast: : Kalila Aguilos, Dacmay Tangliban, Fonz Desa, Neil Ryan Sese, Raquel Reyes Run Time: 107 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 9:10am Saturday, April 5th at 11:00am
Its Gonna Get Worse Czech Republic
Directed by: Petr Nikolaev Arizona Premiere www.filmabudehur.cz Cast: Kalila Aguilos, Dacmay Tangliban, Fonz Desa, Neil Ryan Sese, Raquel Reyes Run Time: 86 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 6:00pm Saturday, April 5th at 7:15pm
Kings Ireland
Directed by: Tom Collins Arizona Premiere Cast: Colm Meaney, Brendan Conroy, Donal O’Kelly, Barry Barnes, Donncha Crowley, and Sean O Tarpaigh Run Time: 87 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 1:30pm Sunday, April 6th at 12:50pm
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In order to avoid military service, Olin manages to get himself sent to a psychiatric clinic. Now he’s returning to his friends in the north. All of them are outsiders who have nothing but contempt for the communist regime.
In the mid 1970s, a group of six young men left their homes in the West of Ireland, took the boat out of Dublin Bay and sailed across the sea to England in the hope of making their fortunes and returning home. Thirty years later only one, Jackie Flavin, makes it home - but does so in a coffin. Jackie’s five friends reunite at his wake where they are forced to face up to reality.
World Cinema Competition Features Nafaka Bosnia
Directed by: Jasmin Durakovic Arizona Premiere Cast: Alexander Seksan, Nancy Abdel Sakhi, Haris Burnina Run Time: 115 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 12:10pm Saturday, April 5th at 10:50pm
The Orange Chronicles Ukraine Directed by: Damian Kolodiy Arizona Premiere Run Time: 97 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 8:50pm Sunday, April 6th at 9:50am
This Beautiful City Canada Directed by: Ed Gass-Donnelly Arizona Premiere www.thisbeautifulcity.ca Cast: Aaron Poole, Caroline Cave, Kristin Booth, & Stuart Stuart Hughes Run Time: 87 minutes Screening Times: Saturday, April 5th at 4:30pm Sunday, April 6th at 3:50pm
The World Unseen South Africa/United Kingdom Directed by: Shamin Sarif Arizona Premiere Cast: David Dennis, Lisa Ray, Parvin Dabas, Sheetal Sheth, & Nandana Sen Run Time: 96 minutes Screening Times: Friday, April 4th at 2:35pm Saturday, April 5th at 9:00am
Red Eye and Janet Hugh, Sado and Saba, Ahmed and Lana… are characters in a film that tells the story of Sarajevo and its people during and after the war. This story is about their lives, tragedies, passions, and dramas.
After the US Presidential Election, disillusioned Ukrainian-American filmmaker, Damian Kolodiy, journeys to his family’s homeland and finds himself in the middle of the Orange Revolution where he witnesses the true meaning of democracy.
When a woman plummets from her condo balcony in Toronto’s downtown Westside, five turbulent lives collide, releasing spurts and geysers of long suppressed sexuality and aggression. Beautiful things can happen when you hit rock bottom.
From overcoming oppression to finding personal freedom, from the hardships of a loveless marriage to the hesitant joy of an unexpected love affair, The World Unseen transports the viewer to a vibrant, colorful world that is universal in its themes.
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World Cinema Shorts Program - A Wrong Answer Directed by John Cohen How far can a person be pushed by an authority figure? Claire is about to find out when she volunteers for a psychology study, where nothing is what it seems. Anonymous Directed by Cristian Pozo An underground love story. Sin Decir Nada Directed by Diana Carolina and Montenegro Garcia The exploration of first love between two teenage school girls
A Short Collection of Hilary Flamingo’s Dream Vocations, Directed by Harriet Fleuriot
The Heist Directed by Ben Peters
Anna’s well-guarded independence is threatened when Markos floats into her life.
Has a determined inventor finally found a means to possess the object of his desire?
English Language Directed by Tim Plester
To Spiti me tis Elies (House of the Olive Trees) Directed by Thouly Dosios
An offbeat black-and-white romantic comedy… with subtitles.
Screening Times Friday April 4th at 3:10 pm
Saturday April 5th at 10:00 pm
Total Runtime: 97 minutes
World Cinema Shorts Program - B El Bolero directed by Robert DelGaudio
by rebels in post-genocide Rwanda. Is friendship stronger than selfpreservation?
Amid the bustle of Mexico City, a lonely widower encounters a kind Bolero (shoe-shiner) whose unique powers are able to restore more than worn leather. A Short Collection of Hilary Flamingo’s Dream Vocations directed by Harriet Fleuriot A dissatisfied factory worker escapes into a delicious selection of cakefueled fantasies. Last Day of December directed by Bogdan Apetri A man returns home to confront his past in this chilling tale.
El Bolero, Directed by Robert DelGaudio
The Pain of the Macho directed by Lav Bodnaruk
De Pura Cepa directed by Javier Colon Sam hasn’t been back to his homeland of Puerto Rico in over 60 years – but when he wins an all-expense paid vacation, he learns that his past has more to do with his present than he ever imagined.
Screening Times
Macho, a Latin lover, is struggling to find his true companion in life.
Friday
We Are All Rwandans directed by Debs Gardener-Paterson
Saturday
Two classes of students face the decision of their lives when attacked
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April 4th at 11:30 am April 5th at 9:15 am
Total Runtime: 90 minutes
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Screening Times Friday April 4th at 8:40 pm
Monday April 7h at 7:10pm
Total Runtime: 90 minutes
2008 Arizona Student Film Festival Showcase This is a collection of films from the 2008 Arizona Student Film Festival. Among the selections are films made by High School Students featuring Short Films, Micro-Short Film and Anti-Smoking PSA’s.
Screening Times Saturday April 5th at 9:05 am
Time to Give It Back Directed by Dallin Green Grade 9 – Thatcher High School
Don’t Keyboard Directed by Matt Wiokla Grade 12 – Ironwood Ridge High School
Steve Rick’s Office Adventure Directed by Nathaniel Spear Grade 10
Death By Coffee Directed by Ronnie Vasquez Grade 12 – Metro Arts Institute
Jedis Love Coca Cola Directed by Richard Lieber Grade 10 – Benson High School
Sniffles the Penguin Directed by Shaena Espinoza & Miki Matteson Grade 12 – Gilbert High School
Addicted (The Absurdity of Addiction) Directed by Lisbeka Brown, Kristi Conner, Briann Pitts Grade 10 – New School for the Arts
Minimal Commercial Interruption Directed by Finnen Cerises Grade 11 – New School for the Arts
Anti-Smoking PSA Directed by Lucie Leyva Grade 12 – Chandler High School
Why Directed by Trevor Shelley Grade 12 – Snowflake High School
Smoking Looks Just as Stupid Directed by Ryan Walker Grade 10 – New School for the Arts
Smoking Kills Directed by Finnen Cerises Grade 8 – New School for the Arts
The Addict Directed by Scott Chaffee & Justin Humbert Grade 12 – Gilbert High School
Nick’s Habit Directed by David Willis Grade 12 – Chandler High School
Fire Drill Safety Directed by Michael Linn Grade 12 – Snowflake High School Come Again? Directed by Anthony Calvis & Max Anderson Grade 12 – Horizon High School Think About It Directed by Patrick Neal Grade 11 – Chandler High School A Lesson In Finance Directed by Tim Garcia & Payton Slade Grade 12 – Queen Creek High School Not All Dreams Have a Happy Ending Directed by Yesenia Diaz Grade 12 – Snowflake High School
Total Runtime: 70 minutes
Lombard Directed by Max Anderson Grade 12 – Horizon High School
Before and After/Consequences Directed by Pilar Aguilera Grade 10 – Shadow Mountain High School Living Filth Directed by Jon Trout Grade 9 – IQ Academy AZ Doppelganger Directed by Trey Shelley Grade 12 – Snowflake High School Work In Progress Directed by Max Anderson & Anthony Calvis Grade 12 – Horizon High School The Painter of Goose Lake Directed by Kyle Kolding Grade 12 – Lake Havasu High School Rome Holiday Christmas Special Directed by Amanda Main Grade 12 – New School for the Arts www.phxfilm.com | 63
Print Source Adam & Evelyn – Pg. 44 Darnell Smith darnell2830@gmail.com
Cemento Armato- Pg. 58 Marco Martani marco.martani@fastwebnet.it
Hope Springs Eternal – Pg. 46 Rob Noble robnoble007@yahoo.com
No Parking – Pg. 48 Jeremy Brunjes jeremy.brunjes@gmail.com
A Day’s Work – Pg. 45 Rajeev Dassani rajeevdassani@gmail.com
Crossing Numbers – Pg. 44 Abel Gonzalez abelgi@ca.rr.com
Hot Wind: America’s Fallout Casualties – Pg. 56 Kirsten Alaqidy kalaqidy7@hotmail.com
Numero Dos – Pg. 44 Kimberly Williams-Paisley nealdodson@gmail.com
The Addict – Pg. 52 Jon Ray jonray1@uat.edu
Dakota Skye – Pg. 20 John Humber 310-717-2809 humber.john@gmail.com
The Alien Menance – Pg. 46 Amanda Wagner amanda-wagner@hotmail.com Anonymous – Pg. 60 Alvaro Ramos alvarosanmiguel@yahoo.es Arthur Szyk: Soldier in Art – Pg. 56 Debbie Spaizman debbie@szyk@org The Art of Travel – Pg. 28 Thomas Whelan 818-421-3707 lovegurutom@hotmail.com August Evening – Pg. 20 Chris Eska 512-925-9787 chriseska@hotmail.com Beetle Blasphemy – Pg. 46 Ferris Webby ferris.webby@gmail.com Binding Borders – Pg. 48 Tiffany Hsiung tiffany@goldennuggetfilms.com Bitter Spirits – Pg. 54 Bruce Dellis bruce.dellis@cox.net
De Pura Cepa – Pg. 60 Javier Colon jacori@hotmail.com Der Ostwind – Pg. 52 Kohl Glass kohlglass@gmail.com Dirty Country – Pg. 22 Stu Pollard 310-344-9380 stu@pollardfilm.com DNN: Dead News Network – Pg. 46 John Leanos jleanos@cca.edu Easy Pickins – Pg. 44 Albert Will dodgeball76@yahoo.com El Bolero – Pg. 60 Robert DelGaudio rd.blpearl@comcast.com English Language – Pg. 60 Tim Plester timplester@timplester.com Finding Kraftland – Pg. 22 Richard Kraft ost1@aol.com
I Saved The World From Global Warming! – Pg. 54 Nolan Wang emailnolan@gmail.com I’m Tired – Pg. 54 Charles Choueiri choueiri@gmail.com Its Gonna Get Worse - Pg. 58 Peter Nikolaev nikolaev@email.cz The Job – Pg. 44 Jonathan Browning info@johnathanbrowning.com Just a Friend – Pg. 50 Tyler Bourns tylerbourns@gmail.com Kings – Pg. 58 Stuart Strutin panent@aol.com Last Day of December – Pg. 60 Bogdan Apetri bga18@columbia.edu Like You Said – Pg. 52 Tracey Shrier traceyshrier@gmail.com Lombard – Pg. 50 Max Anderson garagebandnut09@yahoo.com
The Box – Pg. 48 Eddie Uehara eddieuehara@yahoo.com
First and Last – Pg. 52 Damien Patrik damien@peppermedia.biz
Michael’s Hearing Problem – Pg. 54 Bruce Dellis bruce.dellis@cox.net
Boys Own Story – Pg. 45 Jamie Hilton jamie@hiltonmedia.com.au
The Frank Anderson – Pg. 45 Orit Schwartz ahiatus@gmail.com
Miss Matched – Pg. 54 Bivas Biswas bivasb@hotmail.com
Bread, Salt, & Water – Pg. 50 Ken Kabatoff kenkabatoff@gmail.com
Haw Ang- Pg. 58 Jenny Tapper pa@sizzlinggambas.com
Nafaka- Pg. 59 Zac Schwartz Zacschwartz1@yahoo.com
Broken – Pg. 45 Jon Jones directorjon@gmail.com
Heart Attack – Pg. 50 David Harris davidh6@gmail.com
Negotiations – Pg. 48 Ethan Cushing ethancushing@gmail.com
Capture Claus – Pg. 48 Chris McInroy chris@needfundsfilm.com
The Heist – Pg. 60 Kijo Productions submissions@kijo.com
Never Trust Arachnids – Pg. 50 Bruce Dellis bruce.dellis@cox.net
The Coyote & the Tortoise – Pg. 46 Joe Hernandez joeh@fatcatanimation.com
Hell on Wheels – Pg. 24 Werner Campbell 512-350-8243 info@hellonwheelsthemovie.com
Nonsense – Pg. 52 Richard C. Judd richard.c.judd@karmacreekpictures.com
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On Broadway – Pg. 24 Lance Greene 201-401-7580 lancehgreene@yahoo.com Opening the Doors – Pg. 52 Mark Wilson moviemarkwilson@hotmail.com The Orange Chronicles- Pg. 59 Damian Kolodiy dkolodiy@aol.com The Pain of the Macho – Pg. 60 Lav Bodnaruk lav@translationthemovie.com Parachute – Pg. 44 Lucas Fleischer lucas_fleischer@yahoo.com The Phone Book – Pg. 45 Kurt Kuenne kkuenne@earthlink.net Pinball Passion – Pg. 54 Bracken J. Batson brackenfish@yahoo.com PK-Granny – Pg. 46 Jo Meuris jo_meuris@hotmail.com Prelude – Pg. 50 Lee Anderson filmsters@filmsters.com Proud Sins – Pg. 50 Preston Randolph cactuspro@msn.com Raccoon and Crawfish – Pg. 46 Terrance Frederick tfrederick@fourdirectionsmedia.com Raglin Tales – Pg. 52 Greg Seki gregoryseki@gmail.com Reflections – Pg. 44 Barry Caldwell barrycaldwell@hotmail.com The Relationship Theorem – Pg. 48 Lori Johnson lljinuk2003@yahoo.com Remarkable Power! – Pg. 26 Scott Sampila 213-804-4096 scott.sampila@gmail.com
Print Source Revelation Nine – Pg. 52 Vance Null vance@extremefilms.net
Simulacra – Pg. 46 Tatchapon Lertwirojkul tatchapon_me@yahoo.com
To Spiti Me Tis Elies – Pg. 60 Thouly Dosios thouly@yahoo.com
The World Unseen – Pg. 59 Aida Kattan filmadikt@gmail.com
Romanced – Pg. 54 Joel von Dauten wwwizzardd@gmail.com
Sin Decir Nada – Pg. 60 Diana Carolina Montenegro Garcia dianamontenegrocc@gmail.com
Unsecured Loan – Pg. 45 Juliane Block juliane@j-blockbuster.com
Wrong Answer – Pg. 60 Laura and Jon Sivis & Cohen wronganswer@couragefilms.com
Waiting – Pg. 44 Lisa Demaine lisademaine@yahoo.com
X – Pg. 45 Josh Brolin jb@brolinproductions.com
Running Seasons – Pg. 46 Y. Grace Park ygracepark@gmail.com Saving Angelo – Pg. 50 Cindy Kay malibukidz@aol.com A Short Collection of Hilary Flamingo’s Dream Vocations – Pg. 60 Harriet Fleuriot harrietfleuriot@hotmail.com Side Effects May Include – Pg. 45 Shad Clark shad@shadclark.com Signs – Pg. 48 Patricia McInroy tmcinroy@hotmail.com
Speaking Truth to Power: The Story of the Farm Labor Organizing Committee – Pg. 50 Melissa Mergner leemergner@comcast.com Take – Pg. 26 Charles Oliver 206-842-2743 charles@telosfilms.com Tea Reverie – Pg. 46 Yonsu Kim kim.yonsu@gmail.com Test Day – Pg. 48 David Fabelo dfabelo@gmail.com This Beautiful City – Pg. 59 Ed-Gass-Donnelly edgd@3ldfilms.com
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We Are All Rwandans – Pg. 60 Debs Gardner-Paterson debs@catsiye.com What We Do is Secret – Pg. 28 Rodger Grossman 310-384-3333 contact@threetwothree.com When The Light’s Red – Pg. 56 Keith Wilson walleyeproductions@yahoo.com When the World Goes Dark – Pg. 46 Anthony Scalmato anthony@apscalmato.com Why We Wax – Pg. 56 Kimberly M. Wetherell kimberly@sheshootstoconquer.com