Santa Cruz Film Festival 2008

 
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Just out of high school, Connor (Christopher Masterson, TV’s Malcolm in the Middle) is all set for marriage and the middle-class. But when what he thought was true love turns out to be nothing but a pack of lies, it’s time to step back and take a look at everything from a totally different perspective: one that’s far, far away. 

Heading down to Central America seems like something completely different, the perfect land for adventure. But, more than a little naïve, Connor gets in way over his head when he joins a motley group of travelers about to plunge into the jungle for a year-long expedition. Stripped of all comfortable familiarity, Connor must fend for himself and discover his own way through the bewildering maze of a strange new life. Part coming of age, part road movie, The Art of Travel twists and turns like a meandering river, with unexpected comic surprises popping up around every bend. Smart and funny, it’s a journey that won’t soon be forgotten. 

-Pete Crane, Cinequest
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Go behind the scenes as 52 ordinary gentlemen go to extraordinary lengths in order to be crowned the 34th Miss Gay America®. This film follows the most talented and beautiful female impersonators as they prepare to dominate in this underground competition. Hear from the contestants as well as from those in their entourage: husbands, mothers, sons, and little brothers. Pageant features stunning musical numbers, while diving into the heart and soul of this make-believe world: the men behind the make up. Everybody has a dream; these men are making theirs a reality.
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Welcome to the 2009 Santa Cruz Film Festival
The 2009 Festival will present over 100 independent films and videos. Our slate of films and events will be announced in late April. You can still check out our 2008 Program to view films, parties, panels and special events from last year.

Also available: Information on dining and lodging for your festival stay, ticket and pass info, and general info about Santa Cruz...

Paradise + film! What more could you ask for?

Enjoy your stay in Santa Cruz!
Welcome to the 2008 Santa Cruz Film Festival
The Santa Cruz Film Festival is a growing international festival that fosters cross cultural exchange by screening independent films and producing multi-disciplined art events throughout the year.
Since the inaugural year (honored by The Downtown Business Assoc. as the Cultural Event of the Year) our programming has championed voices and stories that are often left out of mainstream cinema. We have presented films from 5 continents.
The Santa Cruz Film Festival presents nine days of non-stop, truly independent film screenings from May 9-17, 2008. Venues include: The Del Mar, The Rio Theatre, The Museum of Art and History, The Regal Riverfront Twin, Community TV, and the Cayuga Vault.
This year the Festival will present over 140 films from 26 countries, 17 World Premieres, and 4 US Premieres The fest will screen 41 Documentaries, 76 Narratives, 15 Animation, 21 Experimental, 43 Student 22 Local Grown, and 12 < 18 years of age films all of which will be in consideration for SCFF’s Audience Awards. The Jury winning documentary will receive a World Premier on Link TV.
Our community is reflected in our programming. 20% of our films are internationally produced, 10% are locally produced, and approximately 50% are produced or directed by women. 15%-20% are programmed for a GLBT audience. 10%-15% are by or about Latinos. 10% are youth-produced (under 18 years of age) including by students at high schools in Watsonville, Aptos, Scotts Valley, and Santa Cruz.
According to the Santa Cruz County Visitors and Convention Bureau, the SCFF has brought 1 million dollars to Santa Cruz County businesses since its inception in 2001. Over 23% of festival attendees come from outside of the county. The festival promotes Santa Cruz globally, while contributing to the economy and enhancing the collective cultural awareness locally.
The Santa Cruz Film Festival strives to engage in cultural and artistic diplomacy.
Welcome to the Santa Cruz Film Festival 2007
Now in our sixth year, the fest will bring a unique, intelligent and culturally viable festival to Santa Cruz. Our mission to explore new work from around the globe and showcase it in Santa Cruz helps inspire artists, filmmakers and the community at large.

The 2007 festival will again feature cutting-edge directors, educational forums, and unique films. We also produce diverse cultural events throughout the year.

In the past 5 years The Santa Cruz Film Festival has exhibited over 500 independent films that have been viewed by the Santa Cruz Community and a growing number of international visitors.

Approximately 20% of all of the films programmed per fest are from outside the US and 10% are locally produced films. Over 30,000 film-goers have attended the festival; that in turn has produced substantial revenue for the merchants and hospitality industry of SC County.
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