THE 5TH ANNUAL HOLLYSHORTS FILM FESTIVAL AUGUST 6-13
The 5th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival takes place August 6-13, 2009.
Schedule is now live courtesy of B SIDE.COM
Get ready for the best and brightest short films from around the world, industry panels, Q&A’s with filmmakers and a number of high profile receptions and networking events!
Tickets are now available for the HollyShorts opening night celebration which takes place on Thursday, August 6 at the DGA Theatre on Sunset in Hollywood presented by Royalty Rope Events. The official media partner for the evening is H-Magazine (http://www.h-monthly.com).
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Online Special Passes and Opening Night Tickets On Sale Now! Just click on the links below:
HollyShorts Opening Night Celebration at the DGA Theatre, Thursday August 6, 2009
HollyShorts Film Festival All Access Pass August 7-13, 2009
HollyShorts Film Festival Day Pass for Friday, August 7, 2009
HollyShorts Film Festival Day Pass for Saturday, August 8, 2009
HollyShorts Film Festival Day Pass for Sunday, August 9, 2009
Here’s a breakdown of the events that will take place at this year’s HollyShorts:
• Opening Night Celebration: Thursday August 6, 2009 at the DGA Theatre in Hollywood, 7920 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, California.
Festival kicks off with opening night celebration At the DGA Theatre in Hollywood presented by Royalty Rope Events to honor and feature 3 short films shot by acclaimed cinematographer Darren Lew:
*”Streak” Directed by Demi Moore (Mr. Brooks)
*”Welcome” Directed by Kirsten Dunst (Spiderman)
*“Bugcrush” Directed by Carter Smith (The Ruins)
*The HollyShorts Opening Night celebration also marks the Hollywood Premiere of “Kidnapping Caitlynn,” a short film starring Jason Biggs (American Pie), Julie Benz (Dexter), Rhys Coiro (Entourage) and Jenny Mollen (My Best Friend’s Girl) Directed by Katherine Cunningham-Eves (Murdering Mamma’s Boy), all confirmed to attend and participate in a special Q&A session. The evening will also feature a special screening of the award winning DVD producer David Prior’s (Zodiac, Fight Club) horror thriller “AM 1200.”
• HollyShorts Short Film Screenings, Industry Panels, Q&A’s and special receptions: August 7-9, 2009 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Hollywood, 8000 Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, 90046.
• HollyShorts Red Camera Seminar presented by Clifton Production Services: Friday August 7, 2009 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Hollywood.
• HollyShorts and Haydenfilms Showcase: Friday, August 7, 2009 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Hollywood.
• HollyShorts Industry Panels hosted by Jamie Linden (We Are Marshall): Saturday, August 8, 2009 and Sunday, August 9, 2009.
• HollyShorts and Actor Jimmy Jean Louis’s (Heroes) Hollywood Unites for Haiti Charity VIP Celebration: Saturday, August 8, 2009 at The Kress in Hollywood Presented by Royalty Rope Events. The evening will feature a Webisode Showcase, marquee lineup from Floored and Lifted.
• HollyShorts Awards: Sunday, August 9, 2009 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Hollywood.
• HollyShorts Back lot: Festival winners and feature film screenings: August 10-13 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5.
• World Premiere of Night Before the Wedding Written and Directed by HollyShorts Alum David Branin: Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Hollywood.
• Hollywood premiere of acclaimed independent film Knuckle Draggers Written and Directed by Alex Ranarivelo: Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at Laemmle’s Sunset 5 in Hollywood.
Hotel rooms at the NEW Holiday Inn Express Hollywood
If you or your family members are traveling to Hollywood to attend the 5th Annual HollyShorts Film Festival and are in need of hotel rooms, please take advantage of our special HollyShorts rate with official hotel partner for the fest, the New Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Hollywood Walk of Fame. Located in the heart of Hollywood (1921 N. Highland Avenue), the hotel is just a short cab ride (2 miles) from Laemmle’s Sunset 5 Theatres and the DGA. You can book the rooms now online by visiting the special HollyShorts Holiday Inn Express Hollywood Reservations link at:
Holiday Inn Express
Contact: Holiday Inn Express Hollywood (+1) (323) 8508151 Ext: 101. Thank you.
WHY: HollyShorts is an organization devoted to showcasing the best and brightest short films from around the globe, advancing the careers of filmmakers through screenings, networking events, and various panel and forums. Last year’s festival featured appearances and short films from actors Jessica Biel, David Arquette and Josh Brolin, the festival awarded legendary filmmaker David Lynch the 2008 HollyShorts Visionary Award; Oscar winner Paul Haggis with the 2008 HollyShorts Outstanding Achievement in film award and fast-rising actress Paula Garces with the 2008 HollyShorts Future Star award.
For Interviews and Press Credentials, please contact:
Erica Sardarian (erica@hollyshorts.com) 818-760-9897
Talent Submissions please contact:
Isandra Gonzalez (Isag22@gmail.com) 22 Entertainment (Talent)