Parties!
Florida Film Festival packages and passes include invitations to some of the Festival Celebrations! Visit floridafilmfestival.com or call 407-644-6579 for information on tickets, passes, and packages.
Florida Film Festival Preview Party
Sponsored by OrlandoCityBeat.com and WKMG-Local 6
Thursday, February 26, 6:00-9:00 PM
LAVA Lounge
1235 N. Orange Avenue
By invitation only
What places this festival among the top ten in the world? Top rated film selections and a welcoming community! These elements combine at the Annual Festival Preview Party, when the community gets their first look at what this year’s festival has in store. Long time festival pal Bob Morris and WKMG-Local 6’s own Candace Coleman host the screening of festival previews. Edible delights flow from the skilled kitchens of John Michael Catering and are accompanied by Schenck Company beer and Sterling Vineyard’s wines. Naturally, the LAVA Lounge is the spot to see and be seen. Don’t miss this high-spirited kick-off for the 2004 Florida Film Festival.
"Sterling Salutes the Silver Screen"
Opening Night Film and Party
Sponsored by Sterling Vineyards
Friday, March 5, 2004, 6:30 PM Cocktails
7:00 PM Film: Off the Map preceded by Dysenchanted
9:30 PM until 12:00 AM Party under the stars
Enzian Theater
Film and Party: $75, Party only: $50
The festival kicks off in grand style with a sensational film and an unforgettable celebration under the stars. Join other film lovers as well as actor/director Campbell Scott, who helmed this night’s feature, for an evening of unabashed fun. The thirteenth edition of this now-famous party features all the elements that make it the must-attend film celebration: open bar featuring wines from Sterling Vineyards, delicious menu by Enzian Theater Executive Chef Josh Oakley, entertainment by Electro-Magic Productions, and a party-hardy crowd of film festival enthusiasts.
All attendees must have a ticket.
Florida Student Filmmaker Reception
Tuesday, March 9, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
(or immediately following Student Works)
Enzian Courtyard
Open to all attendees of Student Works
Join Florida’s newest filmmakers fresh from the screening of Student Works. Discuss their achievements over snacks and beverages from Enzian’s culinary repertory.
Meet the Filmmaker Celebration
Sponsored by
Wednesday, March 10, 7:00 PM- 10:00 PM
Downtown Orlando’s LAVA Lounge
1235 N. Orange Avenue
By invitation only
Meet and greet the festival’s many visiting filmmakers, newly arrived and eager to learn how Central Florida has fun. Nothing less than a balmy evening at LAVA Lounge will do! Replete with a sumptuous menu prepared by John Michael Catering, cocktails, beer from Schenck Company, and everyone’s favorite wine from Sterling Vineyards. Full Sail Deejay spins the tunes. Your job is simply to partake in the fun.
V.I.P. Party
Sponsored by Metro Orlando Film & Entertainment Commission, a division of the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission
Thursday, March 11, 7:00 PM-10:00 PM
Downtown Media Arts Center, Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando
By invitation only
This exclusive by invitation-only event showcases the brand new Downtown Media Arts Center along with a delicious array of food and drink. Elegance and fun mix as Festival Pass Holders and the Central Florida film community mingle with the festival’s many visiting filmmakers and special guests.
Filmmaker Wrap Party
Sponsored by SAGIndie/Screen Actors Guild
Friday, March 12, 7:00 PM-close
The Station of Orlando
843 Lee Road, Orlando
By invitation only
As the American Independent Competition concludes, scurry down to The Station on Lee Road for a raucous and rocking night of celebration complete with hip-swinging tunes from singer/songwriter Anduze and tasty treats from The Station’s kitchen. The newest hot spot in town provides the framework for an evening of high-energy sounds and festivities.
2004 Florida Film Festival Awards Gala
Sponsored by
Saturday, March 13, 6:30 PM Cocktails
7:00 PM-10:30 PM Awards followed by Gala Party
Presidential Ballroom at Church Street Station
129 W. Church Street, Orlando
Tickets: $150
Without a doubt, the now legendary Florida Film Festival Gala climaxes ten days of films and events. This year the Gala undergoes an exciting evolution--new location, new format, new spirit--but holds onto what it does best, an open-hearted celebration of the tie that binds the festival community—a ferocious love for film, its makers, and supporters.
Filmmakers and film lovers join together to pay tribute to the best of the best with American Independent Competition Awards and Special Guest Tributes. This year Peg O’Keef co-hosts the Awards with the ILL Clan’s own Lenny and Larry Lumberjack, interactive animated characters. Yes, interactive AND animated—not to mention hilarious. Following the spirited awards, the Gala transforms into pure party—delicious food and drink, dancing to sensational sounds, and congratulations all around.
It takes a powerfully committed village to build a film festival. The Gala represents the village’s feast day with all the trimmings: ritual and revelry! Don’t miss the best festival tradition given new life.
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