The Rhode Island International
Film Festival™, takes place August 4-9,
2009. Screening more than 250 films and videos over
six days, the Festival will be a visual and auditory
feast for film enthusiasts and moviegoers alike. The
largest and one of the fastest growing film festivals
in the New England region, RIIFF 13 will be hosted in
the historic city of Providence and select films will
be screened throughout the state of Rhode Island at
festival partner locations.
The Rhode Island International Film Festival™
(a production of the 501c(3) non-profit Flickers Arts
Collaborative) presents year-round programming that
celebrates the culture and art of the moving image through
filmmaking and film-going experiences. Its mission is
to showcase work of exceptional merit and diversity
that inform, educate and entertain. In addition to the
annual August International Film Festival, the RIIFF
is active with educational film programs including KidsEye™,
ScriptBiz™, Take 1-2-3: Filmmaking with the Pros™,
the Rhode Island Film Forum and RIIFF in the Schools. RIIFF's Cinema RI™ Group
hosts special series such as "First Look,"
and screenings throughout the year for its membership
and the general public. Additionally, RIIFF presents
sidebar cinematic showcases including the Rhode Island
International Horror Film Festival, the Providence Gay
& Lesbian Film Festival, the Roving Eye Documentary
Festival™, the Vortex Sci Fi & Fantasy Film
Festival, among others.
Be a patron of the festival,
and be treated like one of our visiting dignitaries. No vouchers
to redeem, nor limits on what films you can attend.Only five (5) will be sold in 2009!
Access to all festival events, Opening and Closing Films, after parties,
screenings and more: • All Films
• Opening Night President's Reception
• Opening Night events (Film screening and party; reservations required)
• "Red Carpet" events (reservations required)
• Weekend "Between Takes" Coffee Talks
• Filmmakers Awards Ceremony Invitation (reservations required)
• All RIIFF Sponsored Festival Parties
• Closing Night Film & Party
• Free Cinema RI Membership
• Signed Commorative Poster
• Special photo opportunites with visiting filmmakers and digital prints provided.
All above elements must be
pre-selected and chosen by pre-selection deadline to
ensure availability.
Additionally, this pass entitles
the bearer to the following: • Priority Ticket Selection for Between Takes prior
to individual tickets going on sale.
• Priority Seating via the Badge Holders line.
• Priority Seat expires 15 minute prior to show time.
** This pass is tax deductible to the fullest extent
allowed by law
Be a patron of the festival,
and be treated like one of our visiting guest filmmakers. No vouchers
to redeem, nor limits on what films you can attend.
Access to festival events, Opening and Closing Films, after parties,
screenings and more: • All Films
• Opening Night events (Film screening and party; reservations required)
• "Red Carpet" events (reservations required)
• Weekend "Between Takes" Coffee Talks
• Filmmakers Awards Ceremony Invitation (reservations required)
• All RIIFF Sponsored Festival Parties (excluding Opening Night President's Reception)
• Closing Night Film & Party
• Free Cinema RI Membership
All above elements must be
pre-selected and chosen by pre-selection deadline to
ensure availability.The Pass is not valid for the Opening Night President's Reception.
Additionally, this pass entitles
the bearer to the following: • Priority Ticket Selection for Between Takes prior
to individual tickets going on sale.
• Priority Seating via the Badge Holders line.
• Priority Seat expires 15 minute prior to show time.
** This pass is tax deductible to the fullest extent
allowed by law
Be treated like a visiting filmmaker
and have access to all screenings during the festival (excluding the Opening Night President's Reception and other RIIFF “Red Carpet” events). No vouchers to redeem or limits on which films you can attend.
INCLUDES:
• Access to all film screenings
• Opening Night Film
• Closing Night Film • Filmmakers Awards Ceremony Invitation (reservations required)
All above elements must be
pre-selected and chosen by pre-selection deadline to
ensure availability.The Pass is not valid for the President's Reception, RIIFF “Red Carpet” events, or events not listed above.
Additionally, this pass entitles
the bearer to the following: • Priority Ticket Selection prior to individual
tickets going on sale
• Priority Seating via the Badge Holders line.
• Priority Seating expires 15 minute prior to show
time.
** This pass is tax deductible
to the fullest extent allowed by law
A cost-effective and ideal way to get a real "taste" of the Festival over the weekend: Friday, Saturday & Sunday. This pass includes:
• Access to four (4) film screenings daily (or 12 films over the weekend).
Invitation to our very private closing night staff and filmmaker party
Note that this can only be used during the main festival.
$40.00 (a $60 value)
Good year-round at all RIIFF events except for special
openings. Six tickets for the price
of four. Can be used during the Main RIIFF in August;
the annual Rl lnternational Horror
Festival in October, plus any special year-round film
series we sponsor.
RIIFF offers Special
10% Advanced Purchase Reduced Ticket Rates Available
to • members of the Newport County Chamber of Commerce
• members of the US Military with valid ID
• AAA members
• Plus members of our Cinema Rhode Island Program receive steeper discounts
Please note that RIIFF offers special group rate passes for all events during the festival. Please call our offices at 401.861.4445 for more information on booking.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets can be purchased at
all venues and at the RIIFF office.
Film Screening (Adult) - $10.00
Film Screening (Flickers Member) - $8.00
RIIFF 12 Opening Night Film Events:
Opening Night Film Screening - $20.00
Celebration: RIIFF 13 Opening Night Party - $40.00
√ Film Screening and Party Combo - $50
Opening Night President's Reception - $100
RI Film Forum™ - $45.00 a day or two-day pass for $75.00
ScriptBiz™ - $105 per day or two-day pass for $150.00
RIIFF Award's Ceremony and Reception - $20
RIIFF 6-Pack - $40
RIIFF Recession Buster Package - $45 (limited time only)
RIIFF Cine Pass - $125 (Weekend Pass)
Kidseye™ Film Screening (Adult) - $8.00
Kidseye™ Film Screening (Child) - $6.00
BOX OFFICE & THEATRE POLICIES
Please take a moment to read out Box Office & Theatre Policies to ensure that you have the best experience while at the Festival.Please click here.
NO EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED AND MAY SELL OUT AT ANY TIME.
OPENING EVENTS • RIIFF ANNUAL OPENING NIGHT GALA
For our 13th Annual Festival, we will have an amazing roster of films and events that are sure to please.
Opening Night Film Screening - $20.00
Celebration: RIIFF 13 Opening Night Party - $40.00
√Film Screening and Party Combo - $50
Opening Night President's Reception - $100
WEEKEND EVENTS • RIIFF ANNUAL AWARDS BRUNCH on Sunday, August 9th
Join us as we honor the 2009 filmmakers with our annual
awards presentation. Tickets are $20.
• "CLOSING NIGHT" PRESENTATION on Saturday, August 8th Tickets prices TBA.
• WATERPLACE PARK PARTY on Saturday, August 8th
Tickets: $10.00
• "IT'S A WRAP" FINAL FILM PRESENTATIONon Sunday, August 9th
Time: 7:00 p.m. Tickets: $15.00
• RIIFF CLOSING NIGHT WRAP PARTY on Sunday, August 9th
Tickets to the party can be purchased for $35 that evening
or in advance.
Advanced Registration is required for all gala parties.
If you purchase tickets to the
Gala, those tickets and all additional tickets you order
will be held for you at the door to the Gala. You may
also pick-up your tickets at our Film Festival office
or at the RIIFF box office. RIIFF Office:
268 Broadway, Providence, RI. 02903
401.861.4445 (f) 401.490.6735
www.rifilmfest.org
Buy Tickets Early The majority of screenings sell out fast! Purchase tickets online here starting May 15, 2009. Become a RIIFF Cinema Rhode Island Member to enjoy exclusive advance sales.
Attend Special Events Parties, performances, free screenings, the Rhode Island Film Forum, ScriptBiz, galas, panel discussions and many more! Check the 2009 Festival and Events for the latest info.
Arrive Early Even with a ticket, you MUST arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of the screening to guarantee a seat. Give yourself ample time to park and get settled in. Venues and Parking Info.
Try Rush Lines In the event of a sold-out program, a limited number of rush tickets may become available immediately before the show. A separate line for each sold-out program will be formed outside the venue box office approximately one hour before showtime. As tickets become available, they will be sold to individuals in line order while supplies last. CASH ONLY.
For updates on sold-out shows and other news, please visit this website.
Stay for Q&A Sessions Many filmmakers and cast members will be available to answer questions after the show. Stay in your seats for an intimate discussion.
WHAT YOU'LL SEE: • Independent films produced and directed
by filmmakers with stellar reputations.
• Films from a younger generation of filmmakers.
• Innovative videos that push the medium.
• Shorts by creative animators.
• Films for, and sometimes by, children.
• Films from a particular region, state, or country
and especially from French-speaking Canada.
• Documentaries, shorts, art films, political
films, comedies, experimental films & features.
• World Premieres.
• North American & United States Premieres.
• Possible future Academy Award winners.
• Retrospectives and restored classics.
• Films saluting a well-known star or director.
• Films by student filmmakers.
• Works-in-progress
• Films for all tastes and interests, and
• You won't see films that would embarrass your
grandmother.*
(*Well, maybe a little, but
we'll warn you which ones.)
WHERE YOU'LL SEE IT
Films and videos will be shown in this renaissance city
at numerous sites including the Columbus Theatre Arts Center, Providence Performing Arts Center, the Cable Car Cinema, Providence Public Library, The Bell Street Chapel, Grant Park Block, special
events throughout the City of Providence, plus many
more to be announced.
COME CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITE
FILM
RIIFF is also a juried competition. Our judges range
from an Academy Award winner and a Hollywood screenwriter
to professors of film. But you can judge, too. Choose
your favorite. The top audience winner receives the
Viola Marshall Fest Favorites Award. Since RIIFF is
an Academy Award qualifying Festival, you never know
just what will happen to the film your support.
COME LEARN MORE ABOUT FILM
We're offering seminars, forums and colloquia about
film. Participate or just come and listen to our panel
of industry professionals. Topics this year may include
animation, film tax credits, SAG and the indie market, producing a feature
length film, selling your script, making a niche film
and creating a career, how to break into film acting,
the future of digital production, sound, editing, union
vs. non-union, or how to get financing and make your
dreams a reality.
ADVANCE TICKET DISCOUNTS
Discount tickets can be purchased
by filling out the order form. Purchase a Festival Six
Pack or several tickets to individual screenings. (Screenings
may consist of more than one film.) Advance discount
ticket orders must be postmarked July 25, 2009. If you
purchase tickets to the Gala, those tickets and all
additional tickets you order will be held for you at
the door to the Gala. If you do not plan to attend the
Gala, your tickets (and a map showing you where to park)
will be mailed to you for receipt on or before July 29th. You may also pick-up your tickets at our Film Festival
office or at the RIIFF box office.
RIIFF 2009 Sidebars • The Rhode Island Film Forum™
• Providence
Gay & Lesbian Film Festival
• Jubilé Franco Américain (films
from French Speaking Canada)
• Providence Film Festival (local filmmaker focus)
• KidsEye™
International Film Festival
• From the North Country: Films from Canada
• ...Down Under: Films from Australia and New Zealand
• East West Crosswinds:
Exploring Asian Culture Thru Cinema
