The 30th Anniversary Edition of the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival Calendar of Events
Event Listing
Name of the event: THE BOAT BUILDER with guest Christopher Lloyd
Date and time: November 6 at 8:00pm
Description of the event: Opening Night of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF), actor Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future) along with writer/director Arnold Grossman and producer Richard J. Bosner attend the World Premiere of THE BOAT BUILDER. Lloyd stars as Abner, an embittered old mariner, a widower living a solitary life in a small maritime town, finding comfort only in the countless hours spent building a sailboat. When Rick, a neglected young orphan, hides from the local bullies on Abner’s property, the grumpy old man and the vulnerable boy find common ground and form an unlikely bond which will change their lives in unexpected ways.
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $10 general admission, $8 seniors/students $6 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: WHERE TO INVADE NEXT with guest Michael Moore
Date and time: Friday, November 6, 7:00pm
Description of the event: Opening Night of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF), Academy Award-winning director Michael Moore attends the Florida Premiere of his latest documentary, WHERE TO INVADE NEXT. This time, the controversial culture warrior tells the Pentagon to “stand down” — he will do the invading for America from now on. What if the US could do a better job at invading? That’s the question which sends Moore on an epic journey in what could be Moore’s funniest film yet.
Venue: Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314
Cost: $10 general admission, $8 seniors/students, $6 FLiFF Members
Contact phone number and website: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: JACO with guest Metallica’s Robert Trujillo
Date and time: November 6, 9:00pm
Description of the event (at least two sentences): Opening Night of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF), director Paul Marchand and writer/producer & Metallica bassist, Robert Trujillo attend the Florida Premiere of their film, JACO. The film tells the story of Jaco Pastorius, a self-taught, larger-than-life musician (from Broward County, FL) who changed the course of modern music. Never before seen archival footage and photos unveils the story of Jaco’s life, his music, his demise, and the lasting victory of artistic genius. Featuring Joni Mitchell, Carlos Santana, Sting (The Police) and Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers).
Venue: Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
Cost: $10 general admission, $8 seniors/students, $6 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: The FLiFF Annual Chairman’s Cruise
Date and time: Sunday, November 8, board at 9:30am departure 10:00am.
Description of the event: Mingle with guest filmmakers and sponsors, of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF), aboard the Sun Dream luxury yacht for two delightful hours cruising the Intracoastal Waterway. This relaxing Champagne Brunch cruise features a buffet, mimosas, bloody marys and plenty of photo opps.
Venue: Gallery One Hotel Dock, 2670 East Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Cost: Must purchase in advance $75 non-members, $65 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: LE PERE NOEL Premiere & Viva La France Soiree
Date and time: Saturday, November 7, 7:00pm
Description of the event: Following the 7:00pm premiere of French comedy, LE PERE NOEL, enjoy a party featuring French cuisine, wine and music. In LE PERE NOEL, its Christmas Eve in Paris but this Santa Claus is really a cat burglar. His first target of the night brings a surprise that will follow him throughout his rounds this night. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $18 Non-members, $15 Seniors, $12 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: LATIN LOVER premiere & Italiano Paisano Festa
Date and time: Sunday, November 8, 4:30pm
Description of the event: The 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF) hosts a party featuring Italian cuisine, wine and music before the 6:00pm national premiere screening of LATIN LOVER, a hysterical Italian comedy about a famous actor and womanizer whose 5 daughters, born from 5 different mothers gather in his hometown to celebrate the 10th anniversary of his death.
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $18 Non-members, $15 Seniors, $12 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: 3 DAYS IN HAVANA Premiere & Cuba Libre Party
Date and time: Sunday, November 8, 7:15pm
Description of the event: Join star and filmmakers Gil Bellows and Tony Pantages for a Cube Libre Party, featuring Cuban food and Cuban rum, before the 8:30pm screening of 3 DAYS IN HAVANA during the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF). 3 DAYS IN HAVANA has a Hitchcockian flair, the wised-up dialogue of old film noir and the gritty detail and sharp plot twists of contemporary thrillers. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 non-members, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: DEAREST premiere & China Chi Fan Party
Date and time: Monday, November 9, 5:00pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to the 5:30pm premier of DEAREST enjoy a pre-screening buffet. In the film DEAREST Wen Jun (Huang Bo) and his wife Xiaojuan (Hao Lei) are busy parents in the bustling South China city of Shenzen. One day, as their young son plays in the streets with his friends, he’s snatched by kidnappers, leaving his parents distraught — but not despairing. With extraordinary commitment and resourcefulness, they set out to find their son. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $10 non-members, $8 seniors, $6 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: LOVE THE COOPERS Premiere & Xmas in November Party
Date and time: November 9, 7:30pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to see the 8:00pm Premiere of LOVE THE COOPERS, enjoy egg nog, christmas cookies, buffet and a Christmas choir performing your favorite Carols. Diane Keaton, John Goodman, Alan Arkin, Amanda Seyfried, Marisa Tomei and a cast of others star as four generations of the Cooper clan gathering for Christmas Eve in LOVE THE COOPERS. A series of unexpected visitors and unlikely events turn Christmas Eve upside down, leading them all toward a surprising rediscovery of family bonds and the spirit of the holiday. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 non-members, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: Renaissance Regalia Party
Date and time: November 10, 8:00pm
Description of the event: Olde English vittles and beer specials, rousing drunkard music prevails before the 9:30pm premiere of BETWEEN MYTH & HISTORY, a look behind the scenes of the Florida Renaissance Festival; the people that help create, manage and run the festival and the different interpersonal connections that make up this festival. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 non-members, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: NEVER THE SAME with guest Loretta Swit
Date and time: November 11, 4:30pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to the film NEVER THE SAME, enjoy a cook out with hot dogs and chips. Special guest Loretta Swit (M*A*S*H) attends the 5:00pm premiere of NEVER THE SAME, an intimate and moving portrait of American prisoners of Imperial Japan during World War II that reveals their indomitable will to survive. Featuring: Loretta Swit, Alec Baldwin, Ed Asner, Sam Waterston, Kathleen Turner, Robert Wagner, Robert Forster, Robert Loggia, Mike Farrell, Don Murray, Jamie Farr, Christopher Murray, John O’Hurley. The Salute to Veterans Day event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $10 non-members, $8 seniors, $6 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: NEVER THE SAME with guest Loretta Swit
Date and time: November 11, 3:30pm
Description of the event: Special guest Loretta Swit (M*A*S*H) attends the premiere of NEVER THE SAME, an intimate and moving portrait of American prisoners of Imperial Japan during World War II that reveals their indomitable will to survive. Featuring: Loretta Swit, Alec Baldwin, Ed Asner, Sam Waterston, Kathleen Turner, Robert Wagner, Robert Forster, Robert Loggia, Mike Farrell, Don Murray, Jamie Farr, Christopher Murray, John O’Hurley. The Salute to Veterans Day event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF). Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood, 2008 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Cost: $10 non-members, $8 seniors, $6 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: Junkanoo Parade, Party & Bahamian Films
Date and time: November 11, 7:00pm
Description of the event: The 7pm Parade features Junkanoo Dancers & Musicians in Costume dancing from river and leading you to the 7:15pm double docs from the Bahamas, WHEN PIGS SWIM, about the swimming pigs of Exuma and GENTLE GIANT, about Andre Rodgers who had never seen a baseball game when he tried out for the San Francisco Giants in 1954. The films are followed by an 8:45pm Party with Sands beer and conch fritters. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $10 non-members, $8 seniors, $6 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: Veterans Day M*A*S*H Party with guest, Loretta Swit
Date and time: November 11, 7:00pm
Description of the event: Loretta Swit, special guest, at the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF), attends the M*A*S*H themed party at the water-front home of FLiFF board member and supporter, Steve Savor. There will be an open bar and heavy Hors d’oeuvres. Transportation will be available from Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $30 non-members, $25 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: CASESE QUIEN PUEDA Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 12, 7:00pm
Description of the event: In the romantic comedy, CASESE QUIEN PUEDA, snobby, glamorous Ana Paula (Martha Higareda) gets lost in the jungle a week before her wedding just after she finds out that her fiancé has been cheating on with her cousin. With your ticket to the film, enjoy a Mexican Madness Party that includes: Tacos, nachos, guacamole, tequila and a live Mariachi band. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 non-members, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: FLiFF Centerpiece Film & Party
Date and time: November 13, 7:15pm
Description of the event: Join star of SILVER SKIES, Jack McGee for the screening, and at 9:00pm for a fabulous party with food stations and wine. The bittersweet comedy, SILVER SKIES, also stars George Hamilton, Valerie Perrine, Alex Rocco, Mariette Hartley, Barbara Bain, Jack Betts, Howard Hesseman. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 10610 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351
Cost: $25 general admission, $22 Seniors, $20 for FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: BONNIE & CLYDE Tribute with guest, star Estelle Parsons
Date and time: November 14, 4:30pm
Description of the event: Oscar Winner Estelle Parsons attends her Tribute Screening of the award winning 1967 film, BONNIE CLYDE. Film Historian & author, Foster Hirsch will interview Parsons after the film. Join Ms. Parsons for the post-screening interview at the 7:00pm Sunset at Sunrise Gangsters Theme Party. The party is also available to those with tickets to the 7:45pm screening of THE SECRET OF ITALIA. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 10610 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351
Cost: $12 general admission, $10 seniors, $8 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: A DIRECTOR PREPARES: BOBBY ROTH’S MASTER CLASS
Date and time: Saturday, November 14, 10:00am-2:30pm
Description of the event: Bobby Roth has directed more than 80 episodes of television, 25 TV movies, and 13 feature films, and he has been teaching film seminars throughout the world for the last 10 years. Now, through interviews with more than 50 of his colleagues in the film industry, hours of original behind-the-scenes footage, and an unprecedented glimpse of production materials, A DIRECTOR PREPARES: BOBBY ROTH’S MASTER CLASS demystifies the craft of directing and hands over all the tools aspiring filmmakers need to feel comfortable walking onto a set and calling Action! Breakfast and lunch is included. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: LIZA THE FOX-FAIRY Premiere & Hungarian Rhapsody Party
Date and time: November 14, 2:30pm
Description of the event: A poignant comedy set in a fictionalized 1970s Hungary, LIZA, THE FOX FAIRY is a sarcastic fairy tale for grownups. As in Japanese folklore, Liza, a 30-year-old nurse, goes in search of love, but her ill-fated admirers all die on their first date. Enjoy the Hungarian Rhapsody Party and buffet at 2:30pm prior to the 3:00pm film. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $25 general admission, $22 seniors, $20 FLiFF embers
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: AMERICAN GRAFFITI Tribute with guest, star Candy Clark
Date and time: November 14, 5:15pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to the classic 1973 George Lucas film AMERICAN GRAFFITI, join star Candy Clark at the 5:15pm Mel’s Drive-In Party, featuring burgers, fries & beer, while listening to the AMERICAN GRAFFITI soundtrack. Then, step into the auditorium for the film followed by a Q&A with Clark. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $12 general admission, $10 seniors, $8 Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: THE MAGIC BEANS Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 15, 12:15pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to the 1:00pm THE MAGIC BEANS, enjoy Orektika at the 12:15pm It’s All Cypress To Me Party. In the film THE MAGIC BEANS, four actors buy five portions of beans from a nearby restaurant – but the beans lead to comical hallucinations and weird goings-on, allowing them to resolve their personal issues in unexpected ways. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $12 general admission, $10 seniors, $8 Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: Israeli Day Films & Party
Date and time: November 15, 1:00pm – 6:30pm
Description of the event: The 30th Anniversary of the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF) dedicates a day of films from Israel and features a party as well. The days starts at 1:00pm with the inventive comedy, THE WONDERS. At 3:30pm FLiFF presents APPLES FROM THE DESERT, which was nominated for three Israeli Academy Awards. At 5:00pm, enjoy a nosh and Klezmer Music with your ticket to the 6:30pm screening of the comedic drama HILL START.
Venue: Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 10610 W Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, FL 33351
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: THE SECRET OF ITALIA Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 16, 7:00pm
Description of the event: Seen through the eyes of a young girl, THE SECRET OF ITALIA is the drama of one family during what is known as The Massacre at Codevigo. Included with your ticket to the film, enjoy The ITALIA SECRET FESTA featuring Italian delights at 7:00pm prior to the 7:30pm film. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood, 2008 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Cost: $15 General Admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: TOKYO FIANCEE Premiere & Japan JumpUp Party
Date and time: November 16, 7:30pm
Description of the event: TOKYO FIANCEE is the story of a cross-cultural relationship with themes of transitioning to adulthood and sensuality. With your ticket to the movie, enjoy sushi and sake at 9:00pm. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: TOKYO FIANCEE premiere and Tokyo Lights Party
Date and time: November 17, 7:00pm
Description of the event: TOKYO FIANCEE is the story of a cross-cultural relationship with themes of transitioning to adulthood and sensuality. With your ticket to the movie, enjoy sushi and sake at 7:00pm prior to the 7:30pm film. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood, 2008 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: BOCCACCERIAS HABANERAS Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 18, 7:00pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to the 7:30pm premiere of the bawdy, outrageous, hilarious and campy BOCCACCERIAS HABANERAS, enjoy, at 7:00pm, the Havana Hoe Down Party culinary delights. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood, 2008 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: BOCCACCERIAS HABANERAS & Cuban Conga Party
Date and time: November 17, 7:00pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to the 8:30pm premiere of bawdy, outrageous, hilarious and campy BOCCACCERIAS HABANERAS, enjoy the 7:00pm Cuba Conga Party featuring Cuban food. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: ACC– — — USED Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 19, 8:30pm
Description of the event: Attend the 8:30pm Wild Accusation Party with your ticket to the 9:00pm screening of director Paula van der Oest’s ACC– — — USED, a psychological thriller, based on one of the most controversial court cases in the Netherlands. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood, 2008 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: ACC– — — USED & VIRGIN MOUNTAIN Premiere PARTY
Date and time: November 18, 7:15pm
Description of the event: With your ticket to either the 5:45pm screening of VIRGIN MOUNTAIN, a quirky compassionate story or the 8:00pm thriller ACC– — — USED, you can attend the 7:15pm Scandinavian Scandal Party featuring Swedish Meatballs, Gravlax and Vodka plus Bjork! The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: BETIBU Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 19, 7:45pm
Description of the event: You ticket to the Argentine crime thriller, BETIBU, includes the 9:30pm Awake in Argentina Party with empanadas, Argentine wine and Tango music!
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: A TREE WITHOUT ROOTS Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 10, 5:00pm
Description of the event: At 5:00pm enjoy the India Intrigue Party, offering a potpourri of Indian tastes, cold drinks and Ravi Shankar music. The party is included with your ticket to see the 6:00pm World Premiere of A TREE WITHOUT ROOTS. The film follows a young writer on a transformational journey through India as he searches for his dying father whom he has never met. Writer/director Christopher Lovic and co-writer Christian Ducale are attending.
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $15 general admission, $12 seniors, $10 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: DOWN UNDER Premiere & Party
Date and time: November 20, 8:30pm
Description of the event: At 8:30pm attend the Tie-Me Marsupial Down Party which includes beer-battered wings, beer and Aussie tunes with your ticket to the 10:30pm DOWN UNDER short film program, featuring 4 short films from Australia.
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $12 general admission, $10 seniors, $8 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: South African Wake-Up
Date and time: November 21, 11:00am
Description of the event: Prior to the 11:30am film WHEN VOICES MEET, enjoy coffee and pastries at 11:00am and a live performance by Sharon Katz and several members of The Peace Train cast.
Peace Train. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Cost: $10 general admission, $8 seniors, $6 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: The FLiFF Awards Gala
Date and time: Saturday, November 21, 6:30pm – 11:00pm
Description of the event: A star-studded, stunning affair in an absolutely stunning setting, The FLiFF Awards Gala begins with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, followed by dinner and wine, the Awards Presentations and live music for dancing. Honorees include: Oscar nominee Amy Madigan, five-time Oscar nominee Ed Harris and Sundance Grand Prize Winner Victor Nunez (directed Oscar nominate film Ulee’s Gold) received an Oscar Nomination. Awards will also be presented to South Florida standouts: Nicki Grossman, Charles “Chip” Abele, Ginny and Tom Miller, Bonnie Barnett and Robert Kagan M.D., Betsy Cameron and Barry Smith. The event is part of the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLiFF).
Venue: The Diplomat Resort and Spa, 3555 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida, 33019
Cost: $250 general admission, $200 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: FLiFF Closing Night Film
Date and time: November 22, 6:00pm
Description of the event: The Southeast Premiere of THE WANNABE screens simultaneously at Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale and Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood. THE WANNABE, directed by Nick Sandow, stars Vincent Piazza and Patricia Arquette in the leading roles. The story follows Thomas (Piazza) who is obsessed with mob culture, and desperate to fit in. He sets out to fix the 1992 trial of John Gotti and believes if the plan is executed; it will put him at the center of all that he idolizes. The plot is foiled, setting off events worthy of mob lore. THE WANNABE intertwines real people and true events, past and present, with fantasy. Special guests attending are director Nick Sandow and producer Michael Gasparro. In addition to directing film, Sandow’s acting credits include Orange is the New Black, Boardwalk Empire and Connie and Carla.
Venue: Cinema Paradiso-Fort Lauderdale, 503 SE 6 Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 and
Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood, 2008 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, FL 33020
Cost: $10 general admission, $8 seniors, $6 FLiFF members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com
Name of the event: Puttin’ on The Ritz Wrap Party
Date and time: November 22, 7:15pm
Description of the event: The Puttin’ on The Ritz Wrap Party closes the 30th Annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival. Enjoy rubbing elbows with our film talent, a buffet and passed
hors d’oeuvres by the Ritz Carlton chefs and an open bar by Bacardi and Grey Goose.
Venue: The Ritz Carlton, 1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Cost: $45 General Admission, $35 FLiFF Members
For advance tickets and details: 954-525-3456, www.FLiFF.com