The '08 edition of the Calgary International Film Fest is getting cranked up this week. Lots to see and do. I personally am also hoping to find more than my fair share of free drinks. The official site which has had a big revamp is
here. My latest film,
In Translation, is premiering
Sunday Sept 21st @ 6:30pm at the Uptown Stage and Screen at 612 - 8th Ave SW.
Also, I'll be chatting with local film reviewer and writer, Louis B. Hobson, at
Festival Central on
Stephen Avenue, between 1st & 2nd street SW in Downtown Calgary on Tuesday September 23rd @ 1225pm.
Hats off to everyone at the fest for all their hard work, especially my friend, accomplished filmmaker in his own right and this year's Programming Manager, Trevor Smith. Here are a few of my picks:
Guide de la petite vengeance 2007 Canada
Let the Right One In 2007 Sweden
Toi 2007 Canada
In the City of Sylvia 2007 Spain, France
Junior 2008 Canada
The Lark, 2007 United Kingdom
This Beautiful City 2007 Canada
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And here is the
link for the panels... all worth attending.
Go get a pass and lose yourself in cinema and parties for 10 days.
Here is the article by M.D. Stewart on the Best of Alberta Shorts screening on Sunday Sept 21st at 630pm at the Uptown Stage and Screen. Just a small part of the Calgary International Film Festival 2008 edition which starts today.
