Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival

Filmmakers and Music Artists from across America and around the globe come to Temecula every September since 1995 to participate and enjoy in the celebration of the two most influential, most enduring, most entertaining art forms and commerce of: FILM AND MUSIC. Through screenings and concerts and other associated events, the festival presents a wide spectrum of contemporary filmmaking (feature films, short films, documentaries, animation, foreign films, student films) and music (rock to pop, rhythm and blues to jazz, country to classic, solo artists to ensembles). Entering its 18th edition, the Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival is scheduled to occur, September 17-21, 2014. THE BIG PICTURE******** The festival has evolved from a small grassroots affair to a world class film and music event showcasing and honoring significant artists --Emerging and established, known and unknown, independent and mainstream filmmakers and musicians from across America and around the globe gather in Temecula every September to celebrate the art of film and music. WE'VE COME A LONG WAY!******** Located between Los Angeles and San Diego in the gorgeous wine and equestrian community of Temecula, the festival has had the luxury of consistent participation and attendance by film and music industry professionals. Lifetime/Career Achievement Award honorees and industry guests include David Foster, Carl Reiner, Kenny Loggins, Leonard Maltin, Peter Bogdanovich, Cybill Shepherd. Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick, Hector Elizondo, Ray Charles, William Shatner, Mary Steenburgen, Ted Danson, Virginia Madsen, James Denton, Michael Madsen, Jonathan Lynn, Louis Gossett, Jr., Lucas Foster, Howard Gordon, Dennis Haysbert, Rennie Harlin, Billy Preston, Etta James, George Lopez, Trevor Rabin, Martin Sheen, Robert Wise, Raquel Welch, Connie Stevens, Karl Malden, Michael York,Isaac Hayes, Frances Fisher,John Badham, Rick Schroder, Marsha Mason, Diane Ladd, Shirley Jones, Adrian Paul, Natasha Hentsridge, Sean Astin,Dom DeLuise,John Spencer, Casper Van Dien, Catherine Oxenberg, Gil Cates, UCLA's Howard Suber, USC's Elizabeth Daley, AFI's Sam Grogg,Rita Coolidge, John Landis, UCLA's Dean Robert Rosen, Kay Panabaker, Charles Burnett, Gena Rowlands, Mike Curb, Earth Wind and Fire, Andy Fickman, Lucas Grabeel, Steve Rushton, San Diego State University's School of Film, Theater & TV, etc. Overview of 2014 TVIFF Programs TVIFF features a diverse array of narrative feature films, live action and animated shorts, documentaries, student films, foreign films and a variety of new digital media, as well as a great lineup of industry panels and seminars, marketplace, tributes, retrospectives, film/music youth education and special programs, and star studded red carpet events. What Sets Us Apart? First, our independent filmmaker and music artist slant. Competition for recognition and exposure for independent talent is fierce. TVIFF was established and has remained for 17 years to be a true advocate and accessible home for independent film and music artists. We have built a genuine networking hub for filmmakers and music artists and for industry people to mingle, network, party and do business in an awesome, accessible, unpretentious and most relaxing atmosphere of Southern California’s premiere wine country, Temecula. Another is our eclectic Film and Music Programming. TVIFF has always celebrated artistic expression and welcomed a diversity of visions, sounds and viewpoints, with cinematic and music excellence as the overriding principle guiding our selection of films, music artists and our awards gala honorees. We do not cater to one particular genre. So long as the film tells a good story and the music tugs at the heart of our audience, we are in. We offer in the best way possible a little something of everything for everybody. The Film Program Since 1995, the festival has screened over 1,500 films from 20+ countries. Programming TVIFF has been about creativity, diversity and excellence. Whether its a documentary about the world’s fascination with the Honey Boo Boos of the world or a short comedy about seniors and internet dating or learning to speak Russian or a feature film on human trafficking, the films screened at TVIFF represent how diverse, funny, terrifying and incredible our world is, was and/or has become. TVIFF will continue to introduce audiences to the most exciting, innovative and accomplished works of world cinema Categories showcased are U.S. and International narrative features, live action and animated shorts, student films and documentaries. Special sections will include retrospective screenings, spotlights on emerging filmmakers and area youth/student filmmakers. The MusicFest Showcase The primary goals of our MusicFest component are (1) to provide an environment for music artists and filmmakers to meet, network, share each other’s work and perhaps collaborate and do business; (2) to provide a forum by which new, unsigned musical talents are showcased before an international audience of music industry professionals and music loving fans; (3) to expand MusicFest to be the premier global stage for artists seeking to promote their latest works and (4) Feature programming from industry notables, artist-focused workshops, meet ups, mentoring, pitch sessions and world-class performances. The TVIFF Marketplace A two day one-stop industry trade show for the independent creative professional. T TVIFF Marketplace is a gathering of innovative content creators and content end users of products and services who are on and in the front lines of the entertainment and technology sectors — shaping, and creating a vibrant ideal environment for our festival participants and attendees to help develop new projects, meet potential partners, clients, discover new and cutting edge technologies, new products and services impacting the industry, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program The deaf and hard of hearing have been mostly left out of the movie-going experience. TVIFF and our partner Deaf West Theatre will establish several programs that will reach out to our communities and raise awareness of the multitude of high quality subtitled films at the Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival. At many Festival screenings, sign-language interpreters will be present to facilitate participation by deaf audience members in the post-screening discussions. The 2014 TVIFF Future Filmmakers Challenge The Festival’s strong commitment to providing an environment for creativity to flourish through education is the basis for establishing TVIFF Future Filmmakers Challenge. The objective is to engage and encourage schools and students of Temecula Valley to create, produce, shoot and edit a 2 to 4 minute short film for submission to the 2014 Temecula Valley International Film & Music Festival. The competition is open to all enrolled middle and high school students of Temecula Valley. All film entries will be judged on artistic excellence and technical merit. The Top 30 films selected will be screened at the 2014 TVIFF and prizes will be handed out to: 1st place winner: $500, 2nd place winner: $350, 3rd place winner: $250, 4 Honorable Mentions: $50. A ten member selection committee will make the final determination of which submissions will be programmed and screened at 2014 TVIFF. Panels, Workshops, Meet-Ups, Mentoring Sessions and More In addition to our usual slate of Writing, Directing, Finance and Distribution workshops, we will program inspiring and entertaining “Coffee and Conversation/Dialogue Series” with film and music industry personalities. Special Events The 5-day event’s social calendar starts with spectacular Opening Night Festivities, then on to various filmmaker/music artist receptions, live music performances, industry and consumer friendly marketplace and ends with an awesome red carpet, star studded affair, the Closing Night Black Tie Gala & Awards ceremony. Awards Lifetime Achievement, Outstanding Career Achievement, Distinguished Institution, Maverick, Icon, Breakthrough Performance and Rising Star Honors are awarded to individuals and institutions that have made significant contributions and impact in the art and commerce of Film and Music industries. 2014 TVIFF Schedule of Events and Ticket Info OPENING NIGHT FESTIVITIES All star vintage car parade, red carpet welcome, movie premiere and post premiere party. Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2014, 5:30PM, Admission: $35 (includes screening & party) GENERAL SCREENINGS & SPECIAL FILM SHOWCASES Four days of screening contemporary feature length films, short films, student films, documentaries and animation. Sept. 18 – 21, 2014, 1PM – 10:00PM Admission: $10 Individual Screening ($8 Seniors/Students), $25 All Day Film Pass ($15 Seniors/Students) FRIDAY & SATURDAY MUSICFEST Two days of great music featuring the top music artists of 2014 TVIFF. Up and coming, unsigned Music Artists representing all genres of music are showcased before an international audience of music industry professionals and music loving fans. Sept.19 – 20, 2014, Music Performance Schedule – TBA/ Various Venues (Old Town, Wineries) MARKETPLACE A two day industry trade show for entertainment content creators and buyers meet, connect and hopefully do business, Sept. 18-19, 2014 ARTISAN COLLECTIVE A one-day festive bazaar of unique arts/food/crafts where festival attendees and guests can relax, browse, taste, dine and shop. Friday. Sept. 19, 2014, 10:00AM – 5:00PM Free to the public. MASTER CLASSES, WORKSHOPS & PANELS Various workshops on film and music industry related topics from Screenwriting, Producing, Directing, Acting, and Film Finance to Distribution, etc. Sept. 20 – 21, 2014, Admission: $10 Individual Workshop ($8 Seniors/Students)/ $25 Workshop Series Pass ($15 Seniors/Students). CLOSING NIGHT BLACK TIE AWARDS GALA CELEBRATION Star-studded black tie affair honoring significant film and music icons of past and present with Lifetime and/or Outstanding Career Achievement Awards. Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014, 5:00PM Admission: $100 per person Special Receptions during the 5-day event at various Temecula locations, TBA FESTIVAL ALL ACCESS PASS $200 Your exclusive access to all Film Screenings, Workshops, MusicFest, Opening Night Festivities and Closing Black Tie Awards Gala. This festival is a competitive festival. All selected films (except those that have had prior theatrical screenings or cable/TV broadcasts or who choose to opt out) are automatically eligible for Competition. Winners are determined by a Film Jury and by Audience choice. RAVE REVIEWS!******** After having been to numerous film festivals including Cannes and Sundance, I can honestly say yours was one of my happiest experiences. Your festival really provides an invaluable personable forum for independent filmmakers to screen films outside the context of Hollywood. Kevin Haasarud, Former Program Director, HBO's US Comedy of Arts Festival, Aspen Another orbit for Hollywood:Hollywood has landed its starship in Temecula, in the heartland of Southern California Wine Country The Morning Report, Los Angeles Times I want to make sure and tell you how much we enjoyed the festival. screenings were awesome..the balloon ride, a blast..the gala-elegant, beautiful, fantastic! You've got a fine festival there in Temecula. Anne Moebes, Director/Producer, True Color It's a well organized festival, the movies are well attended, there's a lot of city support and it's in a great location. What's not to like about it..it's gorgeous! Alene Szpak, Producer