BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//B-Side Presents: Connecticut Film Festival 2008//iCal4j 1.0//EN VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080520T193000 SUMMARY:The Flyboys DESCRIPTION:Jason (Jesse James) and Kyle (Reiley McClendon)\, recent frie nds from different sides of the tracks\, become embroiled in the adventu re of their lives when they discover a mysterious airplane at the local small-town airport. The boys sneak aboard the plane for a look\, but are forced to hide in the luggage compartment when two strange men show up. Soon Jason and Kyle unexpectedly find themselves airborne over the ope n Arizona desert. But their troubles are only beginning as Jason and Ky le realize that they’re now involved in a heist to steal millions of dol lars from the mob in this high-action\, coming-of-age film. CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/theflyboys_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870536-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T150000 SUMMARY:The Bet Collector DESCRIPTION:Amy\, the family matriarch\, makes ends meet by running a sma ll convenience store out of her home. But in a struggling economy custom ers are scarce\, and without the help of her husband or pregnant daughte r\, she is forced to supplement the family income by collecting bets for an illegal numbers game. In this starkly realistic narrative\, director Jeffrey Jeturian presents a captivating portrait of a once-proud woman\ , haunted by memories of a dead son and hounded by the police\, and her fragile and lonely life as a kubrador (bet collector) on the streets of Manila. This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Series . w ww.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thebetcollector_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870455-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T150000 SUMMARY:Shorts I Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Short LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts1program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870484-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T153000 SUMMARY:Student Shorts Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/studentshortsprogram_ctfilmfes t2008 UID:144870485-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T161500 SUMMARY:Midnight Clear DESCRIPTION:On Christmas Eve in the Arizona desert\, a middle-aged man (S tephen Baldwin) and an old woman (K Callan) contemplate suicide. But thr ough chance run-ins with strangers and perhaps some divine intervention\ , they cross paths and change each other's life forever. Based on a stor y from best-selling author Jerry B. Jenkins\, this film illustrates how random acts of kindness can\, unbeknownst to us all\, have a life-alteri ng impact on others. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/midnightclear_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870419-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T163000 SUMMARY:Shorts II Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts2program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870487-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T163000 SUMMARY:Operation Lysistrata DESCRIPTION:If you think two people can’t start a world-wide movement\, t hink again. In this inspirational journey of activism\, OPERATION LYSIS TRATA chronicles the largest theatrical anti-war protest in history\, in which two New York actresses organized the simultaneous readings of the 2\,400-year-old classic comedy\, Lysistrata\, a movement that became a worldwide happening for peace. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/operationlysistrata_ctfilmfest 2008 UID:144870555-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T170000 SUMMARY:All For Free DESCRIPTION:After his friends are killed in a bizarre bar-room argument\, Goran devises an unusual plan to deal with the loss: he will sell his h ouse\, buy a mobile tavern and travel from town to town\, giving away fr ee drinks to everyone he meets. But for everyone except Goran\, the idea is strangely suspicious and a bit absurd. Director Antonio Nuić’s dark ly humorous tale of loss and reconciliation\, the story is told as a met aphor for Bosnia’s gradual rediscovery of its shared humanity\, lost dur ing the war. This film is a selection from The Global Lens 2008 Film Se ries . \n www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/allforfree_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870473-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T170000 SUMMARY:International Student Shorts DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/internationalstudentshorts_ctf ilmfest2008 UID:144870510-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T170000 SUMMARY:Industry Networking Events DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Event, Networking LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/industrynetworkingevents_ctfil mfest2008 UID:145833088-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T180000 SUMMARY:Kids & Money Shorts Program DESCRIPTION:Tickets to the program (films only) are $7.\n \nTickets to th e program and reception are $25. The Kids & Money Fundraising Recepti on is immediately following\n\nthe film at approx. 7:00pm. This will tak e place just 5 min walk down\n\nthe street at the Lebanon American Club on West Street next door to the Library.\n \nThe shorts program and rece ption are open to the public.\n \nThe "Promise Project" is a Darfur Huma nitarian organization group led by Danbury HS Vice Principal Tim Salem a nd The Save The Children Organization of Westport.\n http://www.dhsthep romise.com/ \n CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shortskidsmoney_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870488-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T174500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T181500 SUMMARY:Radio Cape Cod DESCRIPTION:Radio Cape Cod is a charming quartet of love stories\, told a gainst the lovely backdrop of Cape Cod in the summer. Tamzin Outhwaite stars as a radio interviewer coming to terms with the loss of her husban d and a new love entering her life while coping with her young teenage d aughter experiencing her first love\, and two of her close friends are d ealing with old and new love themselves. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/radiocapecod_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870421-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T183000 SUMMARY:CT Filmmakers Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/ctfilmmakersprogram_ctfilmfest 2008 UID:144870372-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T183000 SUMMARY:Shorts On The Edge DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shortsontheedge_ctfilmfest2008 UID:145372632-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T190000 SUMMARY:Opera Jawa DESCRIPTION:Setyo and Siti live a peaceful life as husband and wife\, sel ling earthenware in their village. But when Setyo is called away on busi ness\, a flirtatious butcher\, Ludiro\, takes advantage of Siti’s loneli ness to seduce her. Tempted by song and dance\, Siti initially refuses h is advances but acquiesces in a moment of weakness\, setting the stage f or an epic battle between the two men. Located in lush forests and on pr istine beaches of Java\, director Garin Nugroho bases his deeply imagist ic and dazzling visual narrative on the “The Abduction of Sita\,” from t he Hindu epic\, The Ramayana. This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Series . www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/operajawa_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870456-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T193000 SUMMARY:Kids & Money Fundraising Reception DESCRIPTION:The Kids & Money Fundraising Reception is immediately followi ng\n\nthe film at approx. 7:00pm. This will take place just 5 min walk d own\n\nthe street at the Lebanon American Club on West Street next door to the Library.\n \nThe shorts program and reception are open to the pub lic.\n \nThe "Promise Project" is a Darfur Humanitarian organization gro up led by Danbury HS Vice Principal Tim Salem and The Save The Children Organization of Westport.\n http://www.dhsthepromise.com/ \n \n\nThe pr ice for the Shorts Program and fundraiser is $25.00 CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Lebanon American Club URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/kidsmoneyfundraisingreception_ ctfilmfest2008 UID:146375408-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T191500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T194500 SUMMARY:The Entrepreneurs DESCRIPTION:Two young free marketers have hit a bad stretch on the fast t rack to success. They desperately need a get rich quick scheme. And a de ad Elvis may be the light at the end of their tunnel. Suddenly\, dead ah ead\, there it is! A niche market of unlimited possibilities. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/theentrepreneurs_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870534-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T200000 SUMMARY:War Eagle\, Arkansas DESCRIPTION:Based on a true story\, WAR EAGLE\, ARKANSAS is a character-d riven drama about a young man’s choice of whether to leave his family an d friends for a career in baseball or stay and redeem his struggling com munity. The story takes place over a few pivotal weeks in the summer aft er Enoch Cass’s senior year\, and is set against the backdrop of Arkansa s’ beautiful Ozark Mountains. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/wareaglearkansas_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870469-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080521T213000 SUMMARY:Informal Screening Reception for evening films DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/informalscreeningreceptionfore veningfilms_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146374639-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T131500 SUMMARY:Beyond the Call DESCRIPTION:In a true-life Indiana Jones meets Mother Teresa adventure\, three middle-aged men\, former soldiers and modern-day knights\, travel the world delivering life saving humanitarian aid directly into the hand s of civilians and doctors in some of the most dangerous yet beautiful p laces on Earth\, the front lines of war. Ed Artis\, Jim Laws and Walt Ra tterman are Knights of Malta\, and in 1995\, they formed Knightsbridge I nternational\, a unique humanitarian aid organization\, whose motto is " High Adventure and Service to Humanity." Their specialty is going where death from landmines\, bullets\, or bombs is as frequent as death from hunger\, disease\, or the elements. As Laws tells it simply\, “We do wha t we can\, when we can\, because we can.” CATEGORIES:Documentary, Featured LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/beyondthecall_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870476-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T134500 SUMMARY:SPLIT: A DIVIDED AMERICA DESCRIPTION:A concerned citizen’s unbiased look at the partisanship that dominates our politics today. Part road-movie\, part political investiga tion\, SPLIT: A DIVIDED AMERICA uncovers the political\, social and econ omic factors behind our growing frustration with the election process. B alancing candid discussions with ordinary citizens and commentary from s ome of the sharpest minds analyzing government and society today\, the f ilm goes beyond the ‘Red vs. Blue’ divide to offer a shocking\, informat ive and insightful a coast-to-coast adventure about democracy in America today. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/splitadividedamerica_ctfilmfes t2008 UID:144870466-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T143000 SUMMARY:Intimidad DESCRIPTION:INTIMIDAD paints an intimate portrait of Cecy and Camilo Rami rez\, a hardworking\, young couple living in a factory town across the T exas border. Their dream is to buy land and build a house so their 2 yea r-old daughter\, Loida\, cared for by Cecy’s faraway mother\, can live w ith them. The dream slowly unravels as the everyday politics of living on minimum wage in extreme poverty strains their relationship. Intimidad challenges viewers to understand Cecy and Camilo as people first and in terpret their complex lives through a simple story. CATEGORIES:Documentary, Featured LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/intimidad_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870414-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T143000 SUMMARY:Welcome To Earth DESCRIPTION:They came from outer space. They have been among us for more than a year but we have yet to see them. Tonight\, The Visitors will fin ally reveal themselves and their plans for humanity. With the planet's f ate in the balance\, all the people of Earth can do is watch and wait\, and party. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/welcometoearth_ctfilmfest2008 UID:145219913-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T150000 SUMMARY:Luxury Car DESCRIPTION:In this emotionally taut narrative\, Li Qi Ming travels from his small village to the city of Wuhan\, determined to fulfill his wife’ s last wish of seeing her son. But instead of finding his son\, he disco vers his daughter working as a karaoke bar escort\, forcing him to come to terms with their long-estranged relationship and the tenuous future o f his family. Director Wang Chao uses Li Qi Ming to represent the painfu l reality of thousands of parents who have lost contact with their child ren through rural exodus and political upheaval in China. This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Series . www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/luxurycar_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870457-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T144500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T151500 SUMMARY:Uncounted DESCRIPTION:Uncounted is an explosive new documentary by Emmy award-winni ng director David Earnhardt showing how the election fraud which changed the outcome of the 2004 election led to even greater fraud in 2006 - an d now looms as an unbridled threat to the outcome of the 2008 election. It shares well-documented stories about the spine-chilling disregard for the right to vote in America. As we approach the decisive election of 2 008\, UNCOUNTED will change how you feel about the way votes are counted in America. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/uncounted_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870423-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T160000 SUMMARY:Your Future in Animation DESCRIPTION:There’s a big Blue Sky in Connecticut now\, with the animatio n giant’s move to our state\, and they are expanding. Other major animat ion studios\, like Pixar\, Disney\, and Warner\, are all going strong\, and hundreds of smaller shops have been set up to meet the insatiable de mand for animation content for internet programming\, advertising and ma rketing\, television and even the big screen. You can be a part of it to o! A panel of animation executives and working animators talk about the opportunities in this exploding field\, and discuss the details of how a n animated project flows from concept to execution. They’ll tell you how to get noticed\, and what you need to produce to stand out from the res t of the animation field. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track D LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/yourfutureinanimation_ctfilmfe st2008 UID:144870404-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T163000 SUMMARY:CT Filmmakers Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/ctfilmmakersprogram_ctfilmfest 2008 UID:144870373-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T163000 SUMMARY:Charlie Obert's Barn DESCRIPTION:Through six generations\, the Obert farm has been passed down through a lineage of sons\, but that lineage ended with Charlie. Charli e's son Milo did the unthinkable: he sold it and moved away. Milo's sis ters Margaret and Janet raised families just down the road from the rott ing barn\, learning simply to turn away as they passed by. CHARLIE OBERT 'S BARN is a story of renewal. A building gets reused\, feelings are pa tched up\, and voices long silenced begin to whisper. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/charlieobertsbarn_ctfilmfest20 08 UID:144870472-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T164500 SUMMARY:Let the Wind Blow DESCRIPTION:At the height of nuclear tensions between India and Pakistan\ , Arjun and his best friend\, Chabia\, weigh their options for the futur e against the reality of life on the streets of Mumbai. Enticed by the p romise of wealth and opportunity in the Persian Gulf\, Chabia is eager t o leave his job as a mechanic. But for Arjun\, who must finish college a nd care for his mother\, the decision is not so easy in director Partho Sen-Gupta’s gritty\, apocalyptic interpretation of Krishna’s counsel to Arjuna\, from the Bhagavad Gita. This film is a selection from Global L ens 2008 Film Series . www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/letthewindblow_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870458-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T170000 SUMMARY:American Stories I DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/americanstories_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870506-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T170000 SUMMARY:Industry Networking Events DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Event, Networking LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/industrynetworkingevents_ctfil mfest2008 UID:145833136-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T173000 SUMMARY:Shorts V Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts5program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870489-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T180000 SUMMARY:Blinders DESCRIPTION:The horse-drawn carriages of Manhattan are a beloved institut ion attracting tourists from around the world\, though animal rights act ivists have protested for decades that the noisy\, congested streets of midtown Manhattan are no place for horses\, and pointed to evidence of a buse. After three recent dramatic and fatal accidents\, the industry has come under greater scrutiny. Via hidden camera footage and expert inte rviews\, BLINDERS goes undercover to expose the truth behind the traditi on. CATEGORIES:Short LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/blinders_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870385-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T180000 SUMMARY:Marriage Makes a Word of Difference DESCRIPTION:Emmy award-winning filmmaker Fran Rzeznik of Guilford\, Conne cticut portrays the struggles and political challenges of Connecticut's same-sex couples as they fight for the freedom to marry. The film chroni cles the stories of six couples and their families who\, despite their d edication to each other\, continue to be denied the respect\, dignity\, and legal protections of marriage. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/marriagemakesawordofdifference _ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870439-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T183000 SUMMARY:Shadow of the House DESCRIPTION:Filmed over seven years\, SHADOW OF THE HOUSE is an intimate portrait of photographer Abelardo Morell\, revealing the mystery and met hod of his artistic process. The narrative skips across time and space f rom his early childhood escape from Castro’s regime to his status as a w orld-renowned photographer. The film explores his daily working life as an artist and his eventual return to Cuba after 40 years of living in ex ile. Shadow of the House uncovers the deep layers of a man who is pushed to confront his past and his familial allegiances as it explores his un ique artistic vision CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shadowofthehouse_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870422-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T183000 SUMMARY:Green Shorts Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shortsgreen_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870492-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T190000 SUMMARY:Last Stop for Paul DESCRIPTION:Cliff and Charlie live boring lives in LA. In an effort to s pice up their existence\, Charlie suggests they go to the famous Full Mo on Party in Thailand. Cliff agrees with the condition that in order to go they purchase around the world tickets and see the globe first. Shor t on cash\, the only way they can afford to pull of the trip is by posin g as travel writers for Frommers books so they can get free food and hot el rooms. Together they embark on a trip of a lifetime as they travel t o the Caribbean\, South America\, Europe and Asia. Shot in over 20 coun tries\, Cliff and Charlie have unbelievable adventures in every location and their lives are changed forever.\n \nIt's a tough call as to which is better\; Last Stop for Paul the movie or the way Last Stop for Paul the movie was made. The reviews and awards speak for themselves\, but w hat you probably don't know is the story behind the story which is nothi ng short of amazing. In the Spring of 2005\, veteran Writer\, Producer\ , Director Neil Mandt and Cinematographer Marc Carter set out on an arou nd the world journey to shoot a movie about two guys traveling to the fa mous Full Moon Party in Thailand. All they had was one camera\, two wir eless microphones\, three batteries\, and a rough story outline. They t raveled without a crew\, a cast or having scouted one location\; all of this was to be done on the fly as they made the movie. \n \nThere wer en't any casting calls along the way\, just strangers picked up on the s treet to either act in a scene or hold the camera as Neil and Marc deliv ered their improvised lines. The outcome has proven to be a smart\, fun ny and poignant story about world travel. The experience of making the m ovie was like none other in the history of Hollywood. No cast\, no crew \, no script\, great movie. See for yourself.\n CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/laststopforpaul_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870547-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T193000 SUMMARY:Shorts IV Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts4program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870491-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T193000 SUMMARY:Paper Tiger DESCRIPTION:Momofuku Hanazawa is a man with a problem. He loves Hanafuda\ , a \nJapanese card game\, but he always loses. His losing streak has cr eated \na mountain of debt to Torakichi Takida\, the older yakuza who ru ns \nHanazawa's favorite gambling hall. Takida is not one to be indebte d \nto\, and Hanazawa finds that he is playing a dangerous game.\nTakida has his own problems. His beautiful lover and his trusted \nhenchman ma y be having an affair. To allay his fears\, Takida calls in a\n \nheartl ess private investigator to follow the couple. With love\, \nlust and h onor in play\, it's still anyone's game.\nThe characters go all-in as Ta kida demands Hanazawa repay his\n debts \nand the investigator takes mat ters into his own hands. Who will have \nthe winning hand in this high- stakes gamble? CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/papertiger_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870559-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T193000 SUMMARY:Blinders Fundraising Reception DESCRIPTION:The film “Blinders”\, a documentary about the NYC Carriage Tr ade\n\nIndustry will screen at the library at 5:30pm. Tickets for the fi lm are $7.00\n\nImmediately following the film there will be a Fundraisi ng Reception to help\n\nthe Equine rescue organization\; Equine Angels ( Frank Weller’s Organization)\n\nThe fundraiser will be held at Toscano’s . Everyone is invited to go over to the\n\nrestaurant for an informal fu ndraiser cocktail party where attendees can make\n\na voluntary contribu tion to Equine Angels. There is no cost associated with this reception. There will be food and a cash bar. CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Toscano's URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/blindersfundraisingreception_c tfilmfest2008 UID:146376013-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T200000 SUMMARY:Blood Car DESCRIPTION:Set in the (frighteningly) near future\, with gas at $40/gall on\, Archie Andrews (Mike Brune)\, a nerdy vegan\, seeks an alternative energy source. Cutting himself during an experiment\, he discovers his c ar runs on blood\, and\, as the last guy in town who can afford to drive \, he attracts sex-crazed Denise (Katie Rowlett)\, whose need for transp ortation is satisfied along with Archie's ever-expanding libido. While s crambling to secure a never-ending supply of blood\, Archie is observed by government agents anxious to learn the secret of his special engine—a gents who will make him face the ultimate decision. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/bloodcar_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870376-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T213000 SUMMARY:Shorts III Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts3program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870490-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T213000 SUMMARY:Informal Screening Reception for evening films DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/informalscreeningreceptionfore veningfilms_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146374661-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T213000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080522T220000 SUMMARY:The Beverages DESCRIPTION:THE BEVERAGES tells the comedic tale of a pretentious filmmak er (Monty Zuchard) as he follows a feeble two-man band (The Beverages) a round Boston in hopes of exposing the dire state of today's popular musi c and 'art.' It begins as a how-to on what not to be or do if you strive to be a musician or artist of any kind\, but quickly turns into an unch arted sea of street performances\, open mic action\, sleazy music video tycoons\, and slapstick comedy. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thebeverages_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870386-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T130000 SUMMARY:Bunny Chow DESCRIPTION:In director John Barker’s debut feature\, up-and-coming comed ians Kags\, Joey and Dave make clear that life in the ‘new’ Johannesburg is not just about hardship and townships. It’s also about finding humor in relationships\, hanging out with friends and celebrating life on a r aucous roadtrip to Oppi Koppi—South Africa’s largest music festival. Sho t in a cinema vérité style and using the street food ‘bunny chow’ as a m etaphor for contemporary Johannesburg’s mix of races\, cultures and atti tudes\, Barker’s edgy\, urban comedy asks us to envision a nation throug h the eyes of its future\, rather than the tragedy of its past. This fil m is a selection from The Global Lens 2008 Film Series . \n www.global film.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/bunnychow_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870474-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T133000 SUMMARY:Shorts III Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts3program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870507-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T131500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T134500 SUMMARY:The Other Side Of The Tracks DESCRIPTION:Ten years after a tragic train accident killed his girlfriend \, Josh (Brendan Fehr\, ROSWELL\, FINAL DESTINATION) finds himself haunt ed by disturbing visions from somewhere between the world of the living and the dead -- haunting memories that keep him from moving on. His budd y\, Rusty (Chad Lindberg\, SUPERNATURAL\, THE FAST & THE FURIOUS)\, back in town for their high school reunion\, tries to wake Josh from his pai nful past\, but a mysterious young waitress (Tania Raymonde\, LOST) offe rs a seductive alternative alternative. CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/theothersideofthetracks_ctfilm fest2008 UID:144870557-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T140000 SUMMARY:Legal Woes of Being Creative (For Producers and Writers) DESCRIPTION:The film business is layered with contracts and negotiations\ , all of which are handled by lawyers with special expertise in everythi ng from intellectual property rights to initial contracts with talent an d distribution deals. In this simple seminar\, Bill Fitzgerald of Rucci and Buchin will answer questions about story rights\, how to put togethe r a financial package for investors\, negotiating with talent\, the lega lities of tax incentive programs\, and hiring lawyers as film reps. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track A LOCATION:Womens' Center URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/legalwoesofbeingcreativeforpro ducersandwriters_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870391-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T141500 SUMMARY:The Beverages DESCRIPTION:THE BEVERAGES tells the comedic tale of a pretentious filmmak er (Monty Zuchard) as he follows a feeble two-man band (The Beverages) a round Boston in hopes of exposing the dire state of today's popular musi c and 'art.' It begins as a how-to on what not to be or do if you strive to be a musician or artist of any kind\, but quickly turns into an unch arted sea of street performances\, open mic action\, sleazy music video tycoons\, and slapstick comedy. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thebeverages_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870387-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T134500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T141500 SUMMARY:Midnight Clear DESCRIPTION:On Christmas Eve in the Arizona desert\, a middle-aged man (S tephen Baldwin) and an old woman (K Callan) contemplate suicide. But thr ough chance run-ins with strangers and perhaps some divine intervention\ , they cross paths and change each other's life forever. Based on a stor y from best-selling author Jerry B. Jenkins\, this film illustrates how random acts of kindness can\, unbeknownst to us all\, have a life-alteri ng impact on others. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/midnightclear_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870438-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T141500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T144500 SUMMARY:Kept & Dreamless DESCRIPTION:During Argentina’s economic crisis of the ‘90s\, nine year-ol d Eugenia and her mother\, Florencia\, live a seemingly colorful life su rrounded by eclectic neighbors and an offbeat collection of family. But for Eugenia\, who must deal with her mother’s dysfunctional and drug-add led lifestyle\, life is anything but pleasant in this darkly inspiring s tory of expectation\, acceptance and nontraditional family\, led by stan dout performances from director Vera Fogwill and young actress Lucía Sni eg. This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Series . www.g lobalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/keptdreamless_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870544-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T151500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T154500 SUMMARY:Beyond the Script : Turning Yourself into a Marketable Screenwrit er DESCRIPTION:In this seminar with screenwriting consultant Peter Fox\, ser ious screenwriters will learn how to showcase their finished screenplay to get it produced. He’ll talk about the business tools of the screenwri ter:\n \n- Writing Log Lines\n\n- Pitching to Producers\n\n- Getting a M anager or Agent\,\n\n- Entering Festivals & Contests\n \n\nDon’t miss th is invaluable opportunity to take your screenwriting career to the next level! CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track B LOCATION:St. James Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/beyondthescriptturningyourself intoamarketablescreenwriter_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870390-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T151500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T164500 SUMMARY:Careers In Film\, Video\, Music\, & Interactive Media - Lateral M oves Into the Film/Digital World DESCRIPTION:While the film audience has expanded to include the entire wo rld\, film production has moved out of the traditional havens of studios and into the realm of location shooting. As 47 states currently provide incentives to filmmakers to shoot within their state borders\, it opens the door to opportunities for working professionals of all skills to ge t into the movie business. If you can cook\, do carpentry\, or accountin g\, or you have business skills\, phone skills\, or even just a great pe rsonality\, you may be able to transfer those skills to a movie set. A p anel of experts in the film production field will help you understand wh at film and TV productions need\, and how you can move into a paying pos ition. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track D LOCATION:Womens' Center URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/careersinfilmvideomusicinterac tivemedialateralmovesintothefilmdigitalworld_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870402-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T160000 SUMMARY:Shorts II Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts2program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870503-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T161500 SUMMARY:Keepers of Eden DESCRIPTION:The Amazon Rain forest\, dubbed “the lungs of the Earth” is t he most bio-diverse region on our planet. KEEPERS OF EDEN\, a groundbre aking new documentary\, tells the story of the Huarani tribe\, who've in habited the Ecuadorian rainforests for millennia\, and the toxic and fat al plague\, fallout from big oil companies\, which has forced them to st ruggle against extinction. CATEGORIES:Documentary, Featured LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/keepersofeden_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870375-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T163000 SUMMARY:La Americana DESCRIPTION:Carmen never planned to come to the U.S.\, but when her daugh ter was only nine-years-old\, tragedy struck. She left her daughter in B olivia and made the dangerous and illegal journey to New York City\, whe re she could earn enough to support her ailing daughter. When\, after si x years of separation\, Congress proposed amnesty legislation that could allow Carmen and Carla to be reunited\, Carmen had to choose between st aying and fighting for the American dream\, or returning home as promise d for Carla's quinceañera. Filmed in three countries and told through a cinema-verite narrative\, this story is woven through the current immigr ation debate\, putting a human face on this timely and controversial iss ue. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/laamericana_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870363-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T163000 SUMMARY:The Kite DESCRIPTION:In director Randa Chahal Sabbag’s ‘fairytale for troubled tim es\,’ sixteen-year old Lamia must cross a border checkpoint between Leba non and Israel to marry a man she has never met. But on her wedding day\ , neither she nor her betrothed are eager to consummate a marriage to a stranger—a matter further complicated by Lamia’s surprising admission th at she is in love with the Israeli soldier guarding the checkpoint. Sabb ag’s enchanting drama about marriage and tradition is underscored by del icate symbolism and artful references to politics of Lebanon’s annexed t erritories. This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Series. www.globalfilm.org www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thekite_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870426-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T163000 SUMMARY:Forfeit DESCRIPTION:FORFEIT explores the human traits of greed\, obsession\, and revenge. This clever and engaging revenge story tells of a man hell-bent on exacting vengeance on the people who have wronged him. Frank O'Neal (played by Billy Burke) appears to be readjusting to life back in his ol d neighborhood\, including reconciliation with his ex-girlfriend. We qui ckly learn however\, that his motives are not entirely what they seem. U ltimately\, his friendship with an overzealous televangelist places him on the brink of self-destruction. Andrew Shea's taut thriller features a n impressive cast\, including Sherry Stringfield (ER)\, Gregory Itzin (2 4) and Wayne Knight (SEINFELD). CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/forfeit_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870539-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T170000 SUMMARY:Industry Networking Events DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Event, Networking LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/industrynetworkingevents_ctfil mfest2008 UID:145833206-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T173000 SUMMARY:Post Production: Making Your Film Look—and Sound—Professional DESCRIPTION:“A bad film won’t be saved by post production\, but a good fi lm can always be improved in post.” We don’t know who said it first\, bu t it’s repeated all the time. A panel of producers and local experts in post production will help you find ways to enhance the quality of your f ilm within your budget through attention to editing\, sound looping (ADR )\, foley effects\, audio mixing\, and even titles. And if you’re ready for the next step\, then you’ll want to know what they know about CGI an d EFX. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track A LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/postproductionmakingyourfilmlo okandsoundprofessional_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870394-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T173000 SUMMARY:Women’s Unique Vision in Film DESCRIPTION:Women directors bring a unique voice to traditionally male fi lm world. The projects they choose\, and they way they choose to film th em often set them apart in distinct ways from films made by their male c ounterparts. How hard is it to compete? And what kinds of choices do the y make to retain their uniquely female point of view and still reach the entire audience? A panel of successful women directors will talk about the special challenges they face in building careers in feature films\, TV\, and documentaries\, and the projects they produce. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track B LOCATION:Womens' Center URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/womensuniquevisioninfilm_ctfil mfest2008 UID:144870399-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T173000 SUMMARY:Breaking In: How State Residents Have Found Entry-Level Work In T he Connecticut Motion Picture Industry. DESCRIPTION:With the rush of movies coming into Connecticut\, there's nev er been a better time to chase a dream of working in the film industry. This panel will feature young state residents who've made that dream a r eality by working on some of the independent and studio feature films sh ot in Connecticut since 2006 as interns and production assistants both o n set and behind the scenes. With different backgrounds\, different skil l sets\, and living all around the state\, these young professionals are all finding a path into the movie business without relocating. Moderate d by independent filmmaker and Quinnipiac film professor Marty Lang\, th is panel will be an informative and motivational lesson of how you can s tart a career in show business. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track D LOCATION:St. James Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/breakinginhowstateresidentshav efoundentrylevelworkintheconnecticutmotionpictureindustry_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870403-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T173000 SUMMARY:American Stories I DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/americanstories_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870511-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T180000 SUMMARY:Beyond the Call DESCRIPTION:In a true-life Indiana Jones meets Mother Teresa adventure\, three middle-aged men\, former soldiers and modern-day knights\, travel the world delivering life saving humanitarian aid directly into the hand s of civilians and doctors in some of the most dangerous yet beautiful p laces on Earth\, the front lines of war. Ed Artis\, Jim Laws and Walt Ra tterman are Knights of Malta\, and in 1995\, they formed Knightsbridge I nternational\, a unique humanitarian aid organization\, whose motto is " High Adventure and Service to Humanity." Their specialty is going where death from landmines\, bullets\, or bombs is as frequent as death from hunger\, disease\, or the elements. As Laws tells it simply\, “We do wha t we can\, when we can\, because we can.” CATEGORIES:Documentary, Featured LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/beyondthecall_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870459-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T183000 SUMMARY:Cartoneros DESCRIPTION:CARTONEROS follows the paper recycling process in Buenos Aire s from the trash pickers who collect paper informally through middlemen in warehouses\, to executives in large corporate mills. The process exp loded into a multimillion dollar industry after Argentina's economic col lapse put millions out of work. The film is both a record of an economic and social crisis and an invitation to audiences to rethink the value o f trash. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/cartoneros_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870369-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T183000 SUMMARY:Welcome To Earth DESCRIPTION:They came from outer space. They have been among us for more than a year but we have yet to see them. Tonight\, The Visitors will fin ally reveal themselves and their plans for humanity. With the planet's f ate in the balance\, all the people of Earth can do is watch and wait\, and party. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/welcometoearth_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870470-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T183000 SUMMARY:Shut Up and Do It DESCRIPTION:Michael is fed up with the portrayal of Latinos in film and T V. With his passion for acting and self-respect hanging in the balance\, he decides to take destiny into his own hands by making a movie. Michae l’s dream soon becomes a nightmare as he encounters the trials of indepe ndent filmmaking: dwindling budgets\, actors' egos\, and jealous boyfrie nds. Michael’s comic and emotional journey leads him to realize that the re just might be more to his dreams than making a movie. CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shutupanddoit_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870577-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T190000 SUMMARY:Friday Night VIP Party (invite only) DESCRIPTION:This is an invite only event at Tarrywile Mansion from 6:30 – 8:30.\n \nThe VIP will be attended by members of the media and press\, festival sponsors\,\n \nActors\, State of Connecticut law makers and fil mmakers. People who want to attend need to get on the list. There will b e a wonderful array of tempting past horderves from Michael Bick’s\; “So me Things Fishy Catering”\, complimented by beverages from Stella Artois Beer\, Loon Vineyards and Boylan soft drinks. World renown Vibes and Ma llet player Jazz Artist\; Arthur Lipner will be on hand to perform origi nal music with accompanist guitarist from is upcoming documentary film: “Talking Sticks” CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Tarrywile Mansion URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/fridaynightvippartyinviteonly_ ctfilmfest2008 UID:146376862-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T193000 SUMMARY:The Promotion DESCRIPTION:Oscar nominated actor\, John C. Reilly (TALLADEGA NIGHTS: THE BALLAD OF RICKY BOBBY) and Seann William Scott (AMERICAN PIE) lend thei r deft comedic touch to the story of two mid-level supermarket employees who compete ruthlessly for a coveted post at a new store location. Doug and Richard's personalities and backgrounds could not be more different \, but going head-to-head in a contest of wits and will reveals how they have more in common than they once suspected. The duo battle toward a h ilarious final showdown that will leave you guessing until the very end. The film is the directorial debut of Steve Conrad\, the writer of the G olden Globe nominated film THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thepromotion_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870384-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T193000 SUMMARY:Shorts V Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts5program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870504-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T200000 SUMMARY:Grass Roots DESCRIPTION:If pot can be\nlegalized anywhere in the United States\, then Las\nVegas\, Nevada should be the place. As talk show host\nConan O’Br ien said\, whores and gambling aren’t enough.\nIn Grass Roots\, we follo w the inner workings of the\ncampaign to legalize marijuana in the state of Nevada.\nFrom dealing with stoned volunteers to battling the\nfierce opposition\, these shrewd but quirky crusaders\nwage their campaign wit h all they’ve got\, culminating\nin the heart-pounding moment of truth o n election night. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/grassroots_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870411-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T203000 SUMMARY:The Other Side Of The Tracks DESCRIPTION:Ten years after a tragic train accident killed his girlfriend \, Josh (Brendan Fehr\, ROSWELL\, FINAL DESTINATION) finds himself haunt ed by disturbing visions from somewhere between the world of the living and the dead -- haunting memories that keep him from moving on. His budd y\, Rusty (Chad Lindberg\, SUPERNATURAL\, THE FAST & THE FURIOUS)\, back in town for their high school reunion\, tries to wake Josh from his pai nful past\, but a mysterious young waitress (Tania Raymonde\, LOST) offe rs a seductive alternative alternative. CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/theothersideofthetracks_ctfilm fest2008 UID:144870558-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T213000 SUMMARY:Operation Lysistrata DESCRIPTION:If you think two people can’t start a world-wide movement\, t hink again. In this inspirational journey of activism\, OPERATION LYSIS TRATA chronicles the largest theatrical anti-war protest in history\, in which two New York actresses organized the simultaneous readings of the 2\,400-year-old classic comedy\, Lysistrata\, a movement that became a worldwide happening for peace. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/operationlysistrata_ctfilmfest 2008 UID:144870556-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T213000 SUMMARY:Informal Screening Reception for evening films DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/informalscreeningreceptionfore veningfilms_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146012788-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T220000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T223000 SUMMARY:Friday Night Party for The Other Side of the Tracks DESCRIPTION:Immediately following the film "The Other Side of the Tracks" at the Heirloom there will be an informal Screening Reception at Two-St eps Restaurant. Everyone is invited to attend. \n \nFriendly spirits are guaranteed at this party\norganized by the director and producers of T he Other\nSide of the Tracks\, join them as they celebrate the\nnew "Dir ector's Cut" of their Connecticut-made ghost\nstory.\n \nCash bar CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/fridaynightpartyfortheothersid eofthetracks_ctfilmfest2008 UID:145832773-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T221500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080523T224500 SUMMARY:Shorts On The Edge DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shortsontheedge_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870505-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T113000 SUMMARY:Creative Aspects to Working in HD ( for Producers\, Directors\, D Ps) DESCRIPTION:High definition filmmaking is here to stay\, so now it’s time to decide whether you want it for your project. Producers often look hi gh-definition video as a way of reducing the costs on film\, but directo rs and cinematographers find there is a list of pros and cons to be weig hed in each shooting situation before making a decision that has such a significant impact on successfully achieving your film goals. A mixed pa nel of producers\, directors\, and DPs will discuss their experiences wi th film vs. high def\, and answer questions from the audience. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track A LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/creativeaspectstoworkinginhdfo rproducersdirectorsdps_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870392-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T113000 SUMMARY:Viral Marketing – Web 2.0 Indie Film Marketing on a Shoe String DESCRIPTION:Easy access to the world via internet has opened the global m arket to even the lowest-budget films—all it takes is a little savvy\, a nd a lot of patience and work. A panel of producers who have used viral internet marketing for their films\, and experts in the creation and pla cement of internet streaming video will cover topics like:\n\n \n- Estab lishing a web presence\n \n- Great Websites for Film\n \n- Facebook Fan Pages\n \n- MySpace Film Pages\n \n- Using IMDb links CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track A LOCATION:St. James Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/viralmarketingweb20indiefilmma rketingonashoestring_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870395-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T113000 SUMMARY:Monster Camp DESCRIPTION:What's a gaming nerd to do when playing World of Warcraft onl ine just isn't enough? Attend a Monster Camp--where you can LARP (Live Action Role Play) along with like-minded gamers. This unique look at NE RO Seattle gives us a fascinating glimpse at the folks who transform the mselves into warriors\, sorcerers\, and dwarves with magical powers\, an d the hard work it takes to make it happen. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/monstercamp_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870440-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T113000 SUMMARY:Charlie Obert's Barn DESCRIPTION:Through six generations\, the Obert farm has been passed down through a lineage of sons\, but that lineage ended with Charlie. Charli e's son Milo did the unthinkable: he sold it and moved away. Milo's sis ters Margaret and Janet raised families just down the road from the rott ing barn\, learning simply to turn away as they passed by. CHARLIE OBERT 'S BARN is a story of renewal. A building gets reused\, feelings are pa tched up\, and voices long silenced begin to whisper. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/charlieobertsbarn_ctfilmfest20 08 UID:144870453-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T113000 SUMMARY:Alcatraz Reunion DESCRIPTION:With the 70th Anniversary of Alcatraz Penitentiary fast appro aching\, Park Ranger John Cantwell is inviting every ex-Alcatraz inmate and their former cell house guards back to the Rock for an 'Alumni Gath ering.’Intrigued by this most unlikely of reunions\, filmmaker John Page t travels the continent to find the few surviving ex-prisoners of Alcatr az. They were once America's most dangerous public enemies - but who and where are they now? Against the backdrop of these colorful characters a nd their imminent rendezvous\, ALCATRAZ REUNION traces the history of th e iconic island\, and its transformation from notorious prison to touris t mecca. CATEGORIES:Documentary, Featured LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/alcatrazreunion_ctfilmfest2008 UID:145219972-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T123000 SUMMARY:The Custodian (El Custodio) DESCRIPTION:As a bodyguard for a high profile politician\, Ruben is reduc ed to a mere shadow of a man: every action in his life is regulated by a series of mundane routines\, and everywhere his boss goes he must follo w\, watching but never speaking. Resigned to his invisibility\, his life is a series of days without meaning\, punctuated only by visits to a pr ostitute\, in this compelling chronicle by first time director Rodrigo M oreno of a man without any true identity or connection to the world in w hich he lives.This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Serie s . www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thecustodianelcustodio_ctfilmf est2008 UID:144870467-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T131500 SUMMARY:The Quietest Sound DESCRIPTION:When Elizabeth (Catherine E. Johnson) is brought into the pol ice station for yet another round of questioning about her missing four- year old daughter Chloe\, she grows more frantic\, not comprehending why the police are wasting time re-questioning her about details instead of looking for the creepy man she saw just moments before losing her daugh ter in a Wal-Mart. On the other side of the table are Blake (Michael Tez la) and Ryan (Chris Carlson)\, the policemen trying to get to the truth. After a winding path of frustration\, doubt\, allegations of child abus e\, unreliable details\, and police bullying\, the interview leads to a startling climax and a twist ending that leaves the audience ice cold. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thequietestsound_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870452-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T131500 SUMMARY:Whirly Girl DESCRIPTION:Whirlygirl is the name of an exotic dancer hired to entertain at a party thrown by Raol and James\, two prep school students. The par ty goes off without a hitch\, but a family heirloom watch goes missing\, and Whirley Girl is suspected. James tracks down Whirly Girl to her New York City apartment and the two forge an unusual friendship\, wherein s trait-laced James learns to take risks (skipping school\, dodging police officers\, etc) and wild Alice manages to reconnect with her family\, e nd her scandalous relationships\, and realize her dream of becoming a le gitimate dancer. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/whirlygirl_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870471-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T133000 SUMMARY:Red One Camera Workshop DESCRIPTION:The “Red One” camera is the latest technology designed specif ically to expand shooting options in high definition video\, while achie ving visuals that can match 35 mm. in nearly all shooting conditions\, a t a much lower cost. This is a new modular system designed to be easily upgraded as new developments come along. Only a handful of cinematograph ers have developed experience working with these state-of-the art camera s. Cinematographer Adrian Correia takes you through the basics of this n ew technology\, and talks about how to explore the possibilities it can produce for your shoot. He’ll show lighting techniques and discuss the p ositioning options that can open the range of your shooting options. And he’ll show you how\, as directors\, producers\, and DPs\, to plan for t his expanded universe of possibilities and create a visual for your film that is truly stellar. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track C LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/redonecameraworkshop_ctfilmfes t2008 UID:144870400-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T133000 SUMMARY:On Directing Actors: Creative Collaborations DESCRIPTION:The director is responsible for the overall vision of the fil m\, and needs to convey his or her unique concepts to individual actors with different backgrounds and training. A panel of directors and actors discuss what really helps each actor find the performance the film need s\, and how to balance each scene to create a consistently strong narrat ive. They’ll discuss staging for the camera\, and multi-camera shoots\, and talk about effective techniques for rehearsing actors. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track B LOCATION:Womens' Center URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/ondirectingactorscreativecolla borations_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146040411-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T140000 SUMMARY:The Fish Fall in Love DESCRIPTION:Atieh’s singular passion is food\, and her small but popular restaurant on the sleepy Caspian coast is her pride and joy. But when Az iz\, a former lover\, appears after a twenty-year absence with the inten tion of closing the restaurant\, Atieh prepares his favorite dishes\, on e after the other\, in a desperate effort to convince him otherwise. Loo sely based on the Persian fable of Shahrazad and the Thousand Myths (A T housand and One Nights)\, director Ali Raffi uses the language of food t o paint a richly textured portrait of life and love on the southern coas t of Iran. This film is a selection from Global Lens 2008 Film Series. www.globalfilm.org CATEGORIES:Feature, Global Lens 2008 Film Series LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thefishfallinlove_ctfilmfest20 08 UID:144870475-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T143000 SUMMARY:The Flyboys DESCRIPTION:Jason (Jesse James) and Kyle (Reiley McClendon)\, recent frie nds from different sides of the tracks\, become embroiled in the adventu re of their lives when they discover a mysterious airplane at the local small-town airport. The boys sneak aboard the plane for a look\, but are forced to hide in the luggage compartment when two strange men show up. Soon Jason and Kyle unexpectedly find themselves airborne over the ope n Arizona desert. But their troubles are only beginning as Jason and Ky le realize that they’re now involved in a heist to steal millions of dol lars from the mob in this high-action\, coming-of-age film. CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/theflyboys_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870424-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T143000 SUMMARY:Radical Jesters DESCRIPTION:Director Tim Jackson explores and profiles the work and idea s of a diverse group of performers and artists\, provocateurs\, and ‘int erventionists’\, who engage in social critique\, media hoaxes\, culture jamming\, and imaginative art practices. These activities raise increasi ng awareness of a culture in which ideas and values are often fashioned by the media and through habits of consumption. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/radicaljesters_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870441-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T150000 SUMMARY:Making Trouble DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/makingtrouble_ctfilmfest2008 UID:145220231-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T144500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T151500 SUMMARY:Documentary Panel – Making Documentaries Happen\, From Concept to Screen DESCRIPTION:Digital filmmaking is largely responsible for the explosion i n documentary filmmaking\, as anyone with a digital camera and a compute r can assemble a film today. At the same time\, audiences are embracing documentaries in all distribution windows\, making it a big business. It takes a lot of planning\, careful attention to concept\, and a solid bu dget to support that concept that ultimately results in a documentary wi th the broad box office appeal of “March of the Penguins.” A panel of aw ard-winning documentarians talk about their process\, strategy and how t hey find their stories. They also explore new distribution models for do cumentaries\, and ways to effectively market your film to achieve distri bution. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track C LOCATION:St. James Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/documentarypanelmakingdocument arieshappenfromconcepttoscreen_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870401-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T144500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T151500 SUMMARY:New Techniques in Cinematography: Master Class with Christo Bakal ov DESCRIPTION:Christo Bakalov\, this year’s recipient of the Connecticut Fi lm Festival Award For Artistic Excellence In Cinematography\, will condu ct this special seminar that speaks to today’s real-world shooting situa tions: get it fast\, and make every shot count. Shorter shooting schedul es and advances in camera technology\, including the transition from fil m to high definition video\, and particularly the use of the new Red One camera\, all make the job of the cinematographer a continuing challenge . Christo will show you how to produce high-quality images under all kin ds of conditions. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track B LOCATION:Womens' Center URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/newtechniquesincinematographym asterclasswithchristobarakov_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146040146-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T153000 SUMMARY:Samsara DESCRIPTION:SAMSARA is a spiritual love story set in a majestic Himalayan landscape\, where Tashi\, a brilliant young disciple\, has completed th ree years of remote solitary meditation. His return has unexpected resul ts. After a lifetime devoted to the rigors of spiritual development\, he journeys to a village to perform a harvest blessing and meets beautiful young Pema\, and a profound sexual awakening makes Tashi question his m onastic existence and realize that one must experience worldly existence in order to renounce it. This moving story chronicles one man's discove ry of the promise of ''Samsara''—the world. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/samsara_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870465-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T151500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T154500 SUMMARY:Intimidad DESCRIPTION:INTIMIDAD paints an intimate portrait of Cecy and Camilo Rami rez\, a hardworking\, young couple living in a factory town across the T exas border. Their dream is to buy land and build a house so their 2 yea r-old daughter\, Loida\, cared for by Cecy’s faraway mother\, can live w ith them. The dream slowly unravels as the everyday politics of living on minimum wage in extreme poverty strains their relationship. Intimidad challenges viewers to understand Cecy and Camilo as people first and in terpret their complex lives through a simple story. CATEGORIES:Documentary, Featured LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/intimidad_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870415-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T160000 SUMMARY:American Stories I DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/americanstories_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870512-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T163000 SUMMARY:Brave New West DESCRIPTION:“Old West” meets “New West” in the work of writer\, publisher \, artist\, and activist\, Jim Stiles\, who began publishing the politic ally-progressive “Canyon Country Zephyr” in 1989\, an independent paper that boasts it is \, “Hopelessly clinging to the past.” in the heart of conservative Mormon Utah. Now recognized as one of the best independent papers in the West\, “The Zephyr” combines humor\, history\, honesty and artistry in its coverage of issues. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/bravenewwest_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870368-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T163000 SUMMARY:Mr. Laughs – A Look Behind the Curtain DESCRIPTION:May 21\, 2008\, Danbury\, Conn. - Mr. Laughs\, A Look Behind the Curtain\, a 60-minute documentary\, written and directed by Gregory Principato\, peeks into the life and 49-year career of veteran entertain er\, Sal Richards. “It’s really a love story\, about a boy from Brooklyn who had a dream to be in show business\,” Mr. Principato explains\, “it ’s also about how the love from his family has helped him to strive and become the acclaimed performer he is today.”\n \nThe movie\, narrated by Vincent D’Onofrio\, takes you on a tour through the ups and downs of th is passionate performers life. “It wasn’t an easy ride for Sal\,” Grego ry explains\, “he faced tragic losses and overcame numerous obstacles to become what he is today.” Throughout it all\, Mr. Richards proves to b e a warrior as he continues to entertain crowds throughout the nation. F ellow celebrity testimonials and appearances throughout the film include Sid Caesar\, Don Rickles\, Red Buttons\, Jackie Mason\, Jerry Stiller\, Soupy Sales\, Jerry Vale\, Joy Behar\, Fyvush Finkle\, Norm Crosby\, Jo e Vitterelli\, Julius LaRosa\, Lanie Kazan\, and Freddie Roman to name j ust a few.\n \n“This project started out as a day in the life\,” Mr. Pri ncipato explains\, “but there is just so much more to Sal then the enter tainer you see on the stage. I had to tell the story of his inspiration al life.” After 12 years in the making\, Mr. Laughs\, A Look Behind the Curtain is currently being shown at the Connecticut Film Festival at th e Heirloom Arts Theater in Danbury on Saturday\, May 24 at 4 p.m. To get tickets log on to www.ctfilmfest.com or purchase tickets at The City Ce nter Box office located at 186 Main Street in downtown Danbury. \n \nFor more information about the film call 908-656-6419. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/mrlaughsalookbehindthecurtain_ ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870553-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T170000 SUMMARY:Financing Film Projects – Incentives\, Equity\, and International Coproductions DESCRIPTION:How do you find it? How much do you (really) need? And who do you talk to? These questions will be addressed by producers and financi al consultants who have gotten films to the screen. They will discuss th e many types of financing available to producers and how they each work\ , including straight production financing\, coproductions\, equity finan cing\, bank loans\, and negative pickup deals. You’ll hear about the ran ge of tax incentive programs\, and the new realm of international coprod uction deals that could make your film a reality. The panel members will explain what level of detail your budget needs to be taken seriously by a financier\, how to “package” a film to make it attractive to investor s\, and the little tricks successful producers use to make their project s stand out above the rest. You’ll also hear about “Slate Financing” con cepts for getting funding for multiple projects. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track A LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/financingfilmprojectsincentive sequityandinternationalcoproductions_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870393-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T170000 SUMMARY:Finding Music for Your Film: Original Scoring and Music Supervisi on DESCRIPTION:Few films can be considered complete without music\, and most films today rely heavily on a unique and well-integrated soundtrack. Wh ether you’re looking for original composers to score your film\, or you want pull together a nifty track of published music\, this seminar is fo r you. A mixed panel of professionals from both the music and film indus tries will discuss the process of scoring vs. selecting existing cover m usic\, and how to integrate it into your film. Then you’ll learn about t he complex legal issues of publishing and performing rights\, and how to get the best deal for your project. CATEGORIES:Workshop - Track A LOCATION:St. James Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/findingmusicforyourfilmorigina lscoringandmusicsupervision_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870396-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T170000 SUMMARY:Industry Networking Events DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Event, Networking LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/industrynetworkingevents_ctfil mfest2008 UID:146088473-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T173000 SUMMARY:The Jesus Guy DESCRIPTION:He looks like Jesus Christ\, and preaches like St. Francis of Assisi. Some say he’s a kook\, others\, a blessing from God. Clad in a white robe\, he’s walked through 47 states and 13 countries on a 12-year mission that’s captured media attention from 20/20\, Time and the Wall Street Journal. Who is this solitary figure who inspires faith and attra cts controversy? THE JESUS GUY covers the mystical journey of America’s “Barefoot Evangelist.” In a nation that worships money\, he’s penniless. In a culture that idolizes celebrities\, he’s forsaken his identity. No w\, on a spiritual quest even he doesn’t fully understand\, his faith\, and your own\, will be tested every step of the way. \n\n\n \nRead the f ilmmaker's blog here . CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:All Nations Church URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thejesusguy_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870454-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T173000 SUMMARY:SPLIT: A DIVIDED AMERICA DESCRIPTION:A concerned citizen’s unbiased look at the partisanship that dominates our politics today. Part road-movie\, part political investiga tion\, SPLIT: A DIVIDED AMERICA uncovers the political\, social and econ omic factors behind our growing frustration with the election process. B alancing candid discussions with ordinary citizens and commentary from s ome of the sharpest minds analyzing government and society today\, the f ilm goes beyond the ‘Red vs. Blue’ divide to offer a shocking\, informat ive and insightful a coast-to-coast adventure about democracy in America today. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/splitadividedamerica_ctfilmfes t2008 UID:144870468-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T180000 SUMMARY:American Stories II DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/americanstoriesii_ctfilmfest20 08 UID:144870498-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T183000 SUMMARY:Honk For Peace DESCRIPTION:HONK FOR PEACE follows the anti-war movement starting in New York City\, and culminating with the historic 2006 Connecticut Senate ra ce between Joe Lieberman and Ned Lamont. Lamont\, a political newcomer\, ran an anti-war campaign beating 18-year incumbent and former Vice-Pres idential nominee Lieberman in the primary\, forcing him to run as an Ind ependent and to defend his pro-war ideals. Featuring interviews with Lam ont\, Sen. Lieberman\, The Dixie Chicks\, Sen. John Kerry\, Ed Koch\, WT NH Political Correspondent Mark Davis\, Ralph Nader\, Gen. Wesley Clark\ , and Sen. Chris Dodd. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/honkforpeace_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870377-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T183000 SUMMARY:Radio Cape Cod DESCRIPTION:Radio Cape Cod is a charming quartet of love stories\, told a gainst the lovely backdrop of Cape Cod in the summer. Tamzin Outhwaite stars as a radio interviewer coming to terms with the loss of her husban d and a new love entering her life while coping with her young teenage d aughter experiencing her first love\, and two of her close friends are d ealing with old and new love themselves. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/radiocapecod_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870445-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T193000 SUMMARY:Elite Squad (Tropa de Elite) DESCRIPTION:An intense and astonishing look at the notorious\, volatile s lums (favelas) on the edge of the Rio de Janeiro\, and the drug traffick ing militias who have virtual control there. Brazil's elite BOPE force ( State Police Battalion) combats drug trafficking\, but keeping order has its price\, and it can be difficult to distinguish right from wrong\, a nd justice from revenge. Danbury Directed by José Padilha\, (BUS 174)\, and written by Padilha\, Academy Award® nominated writer Bráulio Mantova ni (CITY OF GOD) and Rodrigo Pimentel\, based on Pimentel’s 19 years as a military police officer and BOPE Captain. Followed by post-screening r eception at 9:00PM at Delicious Bread Bakery\, located at 35 White Stree t\, featuring Brazilian food\, drinks and live music by local artist Ari ldo Chagas. Hosted by Tribuna Newspaper and co-sponsored by Delicious Br ead Bakery and Hamilton Mortgage. To RSVP call 203-730-0457. CATEGORIES:Feature, Featured LOCATION:WCSU Ives Concert Hall URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/elitesquadtropadeelite_ctfilmf est2008 UID:144870409-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T193000 SUMMARY:Americanizing Shelley DESCRIPTION:Americanizing Shelley\, Industry Bash & Christo Bakalov Achie vement Award Ceremony\n \nA contemporary Pygmalion tale set in LA\, AMER ICANIZING SHELLEY throws together Shelley\, a Himalayan village belle (p layed by lovely Namrata Singh Gujral) and Gary Gordon (Beau Bridges)\, a wannabe Hollywood player. As Shelley is taught the American path to cel ebrity\, Gordon finds himself learning a thing or two about his own life . The culture clash gives way to understanding\, unity and love as each begins to see the world through the other's eyes.\n \nPrior to the scree ning will be an awards presentation to Christo Bakalov. Christo will be receiving the Connecticut Film Festival Award For Artistic Excellence in Cinematography. He is the Director of Photography on 5 of the films bei ng screened at this year's festival. They are: Samsara\, Whirly Girl\, L ove & Class In Connecticut\, Glacier Bay and Americanizing Shelley.\nWe wish Christo well and thank him for is commitment to artistic excellence in filmmaking. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/americanizingshelley_ctfilmfes t2008 UID:144870493-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T200000 SUMMARY:Shorts Animations DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Public Library URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shortsanimations_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870513-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T203000 SUMMARY:War Eagle\, Arkansas DESCRIPTION:Based on a true story\, WAR EAGLE\, ARKANSAS is a character-d riven drama about a young man’s choice of whether to leave his family an d friends for a career in baseball or stay and redeem his struggling com munity. The story takes place over a few pivotal weeks in the summer aft er Enoch Cass’s senior year\, and is set against the backdrop of Arkansa s’ beautiful Ozark Mountains. CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/wareaglearkansas_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870425-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T203000 SUMMARY:Uncounted DESCRIPTION:Uncounted is an explosive new documentary by Emmy award-winni ng director David Earnhardt showing how the election fraud which changed the outcome of the 2004 election led to even greater fraud in 2006 - an d now looms as an unbridled threat to the outcome of the 2008 election. It shares well-documented stories about the spine-chilling disregard for the right to vote in America. As we approach the decisive election of 2 008\, UNCOUNTED will change how you feel about the way votes are counted in America. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:WCSU Student Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/uncounted_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870464-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T213000 SUMMARY:Saturday Night Film & Industry Bash DESCRIPTION:Featuring the Warner Bros. comedy hit: “Americanizing Shelley ” The film will be proceeded by an awards ceremony with the film’s cinem atographer\; Christo Bakalov\, who will be presented with the “Connectic ut Film Festival Award For Artistic Excellence In Cinematography”. Then an award will be presented to the films leading lady: Namrata Singh Gujr al for The 2008 CT Film Festival best Female Actor award. Immediately fo llowing the film will be the CT Film Festival’s annual “Industry Bash” . Everyone is invited. The film and bash are open to the public. The part y will be the hit of the season with an tasty selection of past horderve s from Michael Bick’s “Some Things Fishy Catering”\, complimented by bev erages great beer from Stella Artois\, beautiful wines from Loon Vineyar ds and soft drinks compliments of Boylan Sodas. The Doug Wallburg Band will Set the tone with some high energy dance and listening music to roc k the proverbial house! Tickets for the film and party are $25.00 CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/saturdaynightfilmindustrybash_ ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870523-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T213000 SUMMARY:Elite Squad Reception DESCRIPTION:The film begins at 7:00 p.m. at\n\nThe WCSU Ives Concert Hall at 181 White St. Danbury\, CT 06810. The film will be immediately follo wed by an informal post-screening reception at 9:00PM at Delicious Bread Bakery\, located at 35 White Street\, featuring Brazilian food\, drinks and live music by local artist Arildo Chagas. Hosted by Tribuna Newspap er and co-sponsored by Delicious Bread Bakery and Hamilton Mortgage. To RSVP call 203-730-0457. Tickets to the film are $7.00. CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Delicious Bread Bakery URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/elitesquadreception_ctfilmfest 2008 UID:146012451-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080524T213000 SUMMARY:Informal Screening Reception for evening films DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Two Steps Downtown Grille URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/informalscreeningreceptionfore veningfilms_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146012891-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T103000 SUMMARY:Industry Awards Brunch DESCRIPTION:Sunday is the 2008 CT Film Festival Industry Awards Brunch at the Amber Room from 10am – 12pm. Enjoy an enormous smorgasbord of delic ious brunch items followed by the long awaited Announcement of Connecti cut Film Festival Award winners. This event culminates 12 months worth o f selections with over 120 finalists competing for Audience Favorite and Judges Best of Awards in 8 Categories including: Narrative Feature\, Do cumentary\, International\, Shorts\, Animations\, Student and Connecticu t Filmmaker! The cost for attending is $25.00 CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:Amber Room URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/industryawardsbrunch_ctfilmfes t2008 UID:144870494-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T121500 SUMMARY:American Stories II DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/americanstoriesii_ctfilmfest20 08 UID:144882085-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T123000 SUMMARY:Two Angry Moms DESCRIPTION:In the face of a national child health crisis\, what are our children eating in school\, who is determining that and how is it impact ing their health? The film explores the roles the federal government\, c orporate interest\, school administration and parents play in the feedin g of our country’s school kids and offers inspirational examples of how to make a difference in the health of each child and the long-term healt h of the country. CATEGORIES:Documentary LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/twoangrymoms_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870406-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T140000 SUMMARY:Shorts I Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Short LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts1program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870495-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T143000 SUMMARY:Shorts Animations DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shortsanimations_ctfilmfest200 8 UID:144870509-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T151500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T154500 SUMMARY:From the 50 Yard Line DESCRIPTION:"Live the emotional marching band story up-close and personal by going through auditions\, practice\, band camp\, and competitions\, and see the life-changing effects for these students. This is marching b and as you have never seen it before. Don't be suprised if you laugh\, cry and learn something along the way." CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/fromthe50yardline_ctfilmfest20 08 UID:144870540-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T161500 SUMMARY:Shorts IV Program DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Shorts Programs LOCATION:Heirloom Arts Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/shorts4program_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870508-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T173000 SUMMARY:The Pack DESCRIPTION:THE PACK is a riveting drama where addiction\, love and murde r are burning issues. In a hand-picked case\, an ambitious Assistant DA prosecutes a woman on three counts of murder after her 47 year old husba nd dies of lung cancer from allegedly breathing her second-hand smoke fo r 30 years. Family members\, lawyers and jurors find themselves drawn i nto an intriguing\, emotional and complicated choice regarding addiction \, loyalty & individual responsibility. Inspired by real life stories an d documented cases\, THE PACK’s cast\, led by an extraordinary Lucy Arne z\, weaves together the cinema vérité style of the jury deliberation\, provocative courtroom testimony\, flashbacks and the family's intimate h ome life. “The Pack” starring Lucie Arnaz at 5:00pm immediately followed by a reception in the Palace Theater lobby. The film and reception are the last events of the Danbury festival so we can genuinely say that “it ’s a wrap” until May 2009. Many familiar actors from the NYC area will b e in attendance for this area premiere. \nFilm and reception are $25.00 Film only is $7.00 CATEGORIES:Feature LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/thepack_ctfilmfest2008 UID:144870562-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20091122T192558Z DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20080525T190000 SUMMARY:Sunday American Cancer Society Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:“The Pack” starring Lucie Arnaz at 5:00pm immediately followe d by a reception in the Palace Theater lobby. The film and reception are the last events of the Danbury festival so we can genuinely say that “i t’s a wrap” until May 2009. Many familiar actors from the NYC area will be in attendance for this area premiere. The cost for the film and recep tion is $25.00 CATEGORIES:Party LOCATION:The Palace Theater URL:http://ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008/films/sundayamericancancersocietyfun draiser_ctfilmfest2008 UID:146378064-ctfilmfest.bside.com/2008 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR