Silver Screen Film Society - mvfilmsociety.com

Our Mission

Combining the laid back beach style of the island of Martha's Vineyard, a passionate audience of film and culture enthusiasts with the buzz and excitement of a festival celebrating films from across the globe - The Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival is an amazing experience not to be missed.

Overview

THE FILMS: The 2008 Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival will present a selection of films from around the globe by International filmmakers. Films drawn from top-notch festivals like Sundance, Berlin, and Cannes, with a few surprises thrown in.

CONVERSATIONS: The movies are just the beginning. Making our festival unique we'll bring guests from film, media, politics, and art worlds to celebrate, discuss and debate the films' issues.

WALKING FESTIVAL DISTRICT: Meet the filmmakers, Êcatch festival special events, cocktail parties, artist showcases and live music on the fests Main Street walking district. Check out the great Êlocal shops and restaurants. Enjoy the islands amazing beaches and relaxed charm.

THE ISLAND EXPERIENCE: Although most of the festival will take place in village of Vineyard Haven, there will be plenty of opportunity to explore our other Island towns and natural beauty. Martha's Vineyard is the perfect location for our multi-day festival, with its amazing beaches, sunsets, spectacular chefs, unique shops, and highly influential community.

The Film Program and Special Events at a Glance

Joining The Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival simply brings it all right to you and your clients' fingertips.

* 40 + of the best films from around the globe
* 4 intimate theaters within easy walking distance of downtown Vineyard Haven
* Special theme parties every night at fun locations
* 4 Days of unique "Conversations" with guests from film, media, politics, and the art worlds
* Exciting Main Street Strolling & Shopping district
* Live musical events
* Festival Headquarters and Lounge for mingling
* Local boutiques, restaurants and hotels to host special events; cocktail parties, artist showcases and more

Festival Difference

What makes our festival different? We give back. We know how special the island of Martha's Vineyard is. Therefore, we have designed programs to give back to the community.

They include: Promoting commerce for downtown Vineyard Haven and the entire Island. We are working with local merchants to create a community celebration that will go hand in hand with our festival festivities.

Development of Island Artists: The MV Int'l Film Festival has partnered with MVOL and MVTV to offer local filmmakers (novice or pro) a chance to participate in the festival by submitting a short film (5 minutes or less) inspired by the theme "Think Globally, Shoot Locally". MVOL will provide a viewing channel for all films submitted on its site MVOL.com, while MVTV will provide aspiring filmmakers equipment and training to get started. Winners will be chosen by the MVOL community and will receive prizes.

For more details and information on how to submit your local short film - please contact info@mvfilmsociety.com

Our Festival is also cooperating with various Island non-profit on events/films that focus light on their mission and services. Contact us for details.

Festival Host

The Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival is presented by the Martha's Vineyard Film Society. The Film Society presents award-winning feature films, documentaries, animation, and shorts from around the world, paired with topical speakers throughout the year. We aim to bring together people of all ages, foster appreciation of the world's diversity and stimulate discussion through the universal language of film. The Martha's Vineyard Film Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation.

Festival Co-Directors

Since 2002, when he created the Martha's Vineyard Film Society (aka Silver Screen Film Society), Richard Paradise has been actively involved in the promotion and exhibition of films on the Island of Martha's Vineyard. The Martha's Vineyard Film Society has become a much loved arts organization with a membership of over 400 and annual patronage of more than 6500.

Nevette Previd is the founder of Nevette Previd Inc., an entertainment marketing company specializing in strategic grassroots marketing, Internet, corporate partner development and PR campaigns for film companies, filmmakers, production companies and entertainment brands. In a career that has taken her from New York to London and back, Nevette has served as the VP of Marketing at IFC Films where she spearheaded the marketing strategy, creative, media and web campaigns for films such as: Y Tu Mama Tambien and Me and You and Everyone You Know.

Visiting Martha's Vineyard for the Festival

To obtain information on getting to and from Martha's Vieyard, we have asked our partner, the MV Chamber of commerce for its assistance. Please click the link below for information on transportation options.

Getting To Martha's Vineyard by air, sea and land

To see a map of downtown Vineyard Haven and our venues/locations, please click this link.

Festival Lodging Partners

If you're visiting the Island for the festival, and require a place to stay, we hope you will consider some of our festival sponsors' lodging options. Please check the links below for specific offers at these quality Island inns. Many of these sponsors have created special festival packages for your convenience.

(click Inn name for details or email for special film festivall offers)

Crocker House B&B - Vineyard Haven

Mansion House Inn and Spa - Vineyard Haven

For general information on other lodging options, please click this link to the Chamber of Commerce site:

Places To Stay

Your Ticket To the Festival

Please check back in late July 2008 for our film program for the 2008 festival, special events and ticketing information. On-line ticketing will be available for your convenience at that time.

For any additional questions or comments, please email your inquiry to info@mvfilmsociety.com or call 774-392-2972.

We hope to see you in September 2008 or sooner!





					MARTHA'S VINEYARD INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

	Film Schedule Special Events Festival Passes & Tickets Our Sponsors Volunteer at the Festival? Press Sign up to receive film announcements. E-mail: Contact Us				September 11-14, 2008 Please Visit Our Official Festival Web Site - www.mvfilmfest.com Our Mission Combining the laid back beach style of the island of Martha's Vineyard, a passionate audience of film and culture enthusiasts with the buzz and excitement of a festival celebrating films from across the globe - The Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival is an amazing experience not to be missed. Overview THE FILMS: The 2008 Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival will present a selection of films from around the globe by International filmmakers. Films drawn from top-notch festivals like Sundance, Berlin, and Cannes, with a few surprises thrown in. CONVERSATIONS: The movies are just the beginning. Making our festival unique we'll bring guests from film, media, politics, and art worlds to celebrate, discuss and debate the films' issues. WALKING FESTIVAL DISTRICT: Meet the filmmakers, Êcatch festival special events, cocktail parties, artist showcases and live music on the fests Main Street walking district. Check out the great Êlocal shops and restaurants. Enjoy the islands amazing beaches and relaxed charm. THE ISLAND EXPERIENCE: Although most of the festival will take place in village of Vineyard Haven, there will be plenty of opportunity to explore our other Island towns and natural beauty. Martha's Vineyard is the perfect location for our multi-day festival, with its amazing beaches, sunsets, spectacular chefs, unique shops, and highly influential community. The Film Program and Special Events at a Glance Joining The Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival simply brings it all right to you and your clients' fingertips. * 40 + of the best films from around the globe * 4 intimate theaters within easy walking distance of downtown Vineyard Haven * Special theme parties every night at fun locations * 4 Days of unique "Conversations" with guests from film, media, politics, and the art worlds * Exciting Main Street Strolling & Shopping district * Live musical events * Festival Headquarters and Lounge for mingling * Local boutiques, restaurants and hotels to host special events; cocktail parties, artist showcases and more Festival Difference What makes our festival different? We give back. We know how special the island of Martha's Vineyard is. Therefore, we have designed programs to give back to the community. They include: Promoting commerce for downtown Vineyard Haven and the entire Island. We are working with local merchants to create a community celebration that will go hand in hand with our festival festivities. Development of Island Artists: The MV Int'l Film Festival has partnered with MVOL and MVTV to offer local filmmakers (novice or pro) a chance to participate in the festival by submitting a short film (5 minutes or less) inspired by the theme "Think Globally, Shoot Locally". MVOL will provide a viewing channel for all films submitted on its site MVOL.com, while MVTV will provide aspiring filmmakers equipment and training to get started. Winners will be chosen by the MVOL community and will receive prizes. For more details and information on how to submit your local short film - please contact info@mvfilmsociety.com Our Festival is also cooperating with various Island non-profit on events/films that focus light on their mission and services. Contact us for details. Festival Host The Martha's Vineyard International Film Festival is presented by the Martha's Vineyard Film Society. The Film Society presents award-winning feature films, documentaries, animation, and shorts from around the world, paired with topical speakers throughout the year. We aim to bring together people of all ages, foster appreciation of the world's diversity and stimulate discussion through the universal language of film. The Martha's Vineyard Film Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Festival Co-Directors Since 2002, when he created the Martha's Vineyard Film Society (aka Silver Screen Film Society), Richard Paradise has been actively involved in the promotion and exhibition of films on the Island of Martha's Vineyard. The Martha's Vineyard Film Society has become a much loved arts organization with a membership of over 400 and annual patronage of more than 6500. Nevette Previd is the founder of Nevette Previd Inc., an entertainment marketing company specializing in strategic grassroots marketing, Internet, corporate partner development and PR campaigns for film companies, filmmakers, production companies and entertainment brands. In a career that has taken her from New York to London and back, Nevette has served as the VP of Marketing at IFC Films where she spearheaded the marketing strategy, creative, media and web campaigns for films such as: Y Tu Mama Tambien and Me and You and Everyone You Know. Visiting Martha's Vineyard for the Festival To obtain information on getting to and from Martha's Vieyard, we have asked our partner, the MV Chamber of commerce for its assistance. Please click the link below for information on transportation options. Getting To Martha's Vineyard by air, sea and land To see a map of downtown Vineyard Haven and our venues/locations, please click this link. Festival Lodging Partners If you're visiting the Island for the festival, and require a place to stay, we hope you will consider some of our festival sponsors' lodging options. Please check the links below for specific offers at these quality Island inns. Many of these sponsors have created special festival packages for your convenience. (click Inn name for details or email for special film festivall offers) Crocker House B&B - Vineyard Haven Mansion House Inn and Spa - Vineyard Haven For general information on other lodging options, please click this link to the Chamber of Commerce site: Places To Stay Your Ticket To the Festival Please check back in late July 2008 for our film program for the 2008 festival, special events and ticketing information. On-line ticketing will be available for your convenience at that time. Contact Us For any additional questions or comments, please email your inquiry to info@mvfilmsociety.com or call 774-392-2972. We hope to see you in September 2008 or sooner!