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The Palm Beach International Film Festival
April 23-27, 2009

The Palm Beach International Film Festival is a 501(3)(c) not-for-profit organization supporting film programs in local schools, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of future filmmakers by helping them fulfill their dreams to work in the world of film. Proceeds generated each year are donated to schools, in the form of grants and scholarships, to provide new technologies.

The Palm Beach International Film Festival is actively planning their 14th annual event scheduled for April 23 - 27, 2009. With the dates in place, the festival is now announcing their call for film entries. Features, featurettes, shorts and documentary submissions of all genres are accepted and open to filmmakers worldwide.

The 14th Annual Palm Beach International Film Festival will be held at venues throughout Palm Beach County. Activities at this week-long celebration of the past, present and future of independent film and cinema include:

• The screening of more than 100 American and foreign independent features, shorts and documentaries of all genres.

• Stimulating seminars and intensive film discussion groups, including our new Production Finance Conference.

• Parties and informal get-togethers with filmmakers and industry professionals from around the globe.

• Student Showcase of Films and Awards Ceremony.

• PBIFF’s world renowned Hollywood-style awards gala featuring screen legends of yesterday, the hottest stars of today and some of the most prominent filmmakers of all time.

All selected films are eligible to be included in the competition for “Audience Favorite” in the following categories: Feature, Short and Documentary. Competition is available in the categories of Best Director, Best Performance by an Actor/Actress, Best Screenplay, Best Feature, Best Documentary, Best Short.

CALL FOR ENTRY

• Late subsmission deadline is January 21, 2009.

All filmmakers in attendance receive Industry Passes good for all regular screenings, special events* and parties.
*some events may be based on availability

ENTRY FORM

Download the entry form

Filmmakers sending the submissions via regular post please follow the mailing instructions displayed on Withoutabox (press click here to begin your entry)

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