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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. Come and join us for 4 days in September.

Overview

THE FILMS: The 2010 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, attend special events, cocktail parties, artist showcases, and live music at the festival. Check out the great local 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? Organized by all Volunteer, Inspried by the World around us, and Community oriented programming. 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 festivities.

Development of Island Artists: The MV Int'l Film Festival has partnered with Film Truth Productions to offer local filmmakers (novice or pro) a chance to participate in the festival by submitting a short film or "work in progress" inspired by the theme "Think Globally, Shoot Locally". In 2009, two of those festival "work-in-progress" went on to have their island premieres cooperating with the MV Film Society: MOW CREW and HOUSE OF BONES

For more details and information on how to submit your local short film or "work-in-progress" - 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, rich@mvfilmsociety.com

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 Director

Since 2002, when he founded the Martha's Vineyard Film Society, Richard Paradise has been actively involved in the promotion and exhibition of independent and international films on the Island of Martha's Vineyard. The Martha's Vineyard Film Society has become a much loved year-round arts organization screening over 100 films annually, with a membership of over 500 and annual patronage of over 10,000.

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.

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

Our film program for the 2010 festival will be available on-line in the summer of 2010. Visit TICKETSMV.COM to purchase advance festival passes and individual tickets by July 2010. Our Box Office opens at the Mansion House Inn at 10 am on September 9th, 2010.

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 2010 or sooner at one of our weekly screenings!





					MARTHA'S VINEYARD INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

	2009 Film Festival Schedule Our Sponsors Sign up to receive film announcements. E-mail: Contact Us				September 9-12, 2010 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. Come and join us for 4 days in September. Overview THE FILMS: The 2010 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, attend special events, cocktail parties, artist showcases, and live music at the festival. Check out the great local 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? Organized by all Volunteer, Inspried by the World around us, and Community oriented programming. 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 festivities. Development of Island Artists: The MV Int'l Film Festival has partnered with Film Truth Productions to offer local filmmakers (novice or pro) a chance to participate in the festival by submitting a short film or "work in progress" inspired by the theme "Think Globally, Shoot Locally". In 2009, two of those festival "work-in-progress" went on to have their island premieres cooperating with the MV Film Society: MOW CREW and HOUSE OF BONES For more details and information on how to submit your local short film or "work-in-progress" - 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, rich@mvfilmsociety.com 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 Director Since 2002, when he founded the Martha's Vineyard Film Society, Richard Paradise has been actively involved in the promotion and exhibition of independent and international films on the Island of Martha's Vineyard. The Martha's Vineyard Film Society has become a much loved year-round arts organization screening over 100 films annually, with a membership of over 500 and annual patronage of over 10,000. 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. 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 Our film program for the 2010 festival will be available on-line in the summer of 2010. Visit TICKETSMV.COM to purchase advance festival passes and individual tickets by July 2010. Our Box Office opens at the Mansion House Inn at 10 am on September 9th, 2010. 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 2010 or sooner at one of our weekly screenings!