3rd Annual Charleston International Film Festival, April 8-11, 2010 at the American Theater

What an amazing four electric days at the American Theater in downtown Charleston.
 We'd like to thank all the writers, filmmakers, attendees, supporters and sponsors who made the 2010 non-profit Charleston International Film Festival a great success!

It's my pleasure to present to you the 2010 Award Winners below:

Golden Crescent Award

-Golden Crescent Award for Best Film: "The 5th Quarter" by Written, Directed and Produced by Rick Bieber

Jury Awards

- Best Feature: "The 5th Quarter" - Written, Directed and Produced by Rick Bieber
- Best Short: "Two Hours in the Dark" - Written, Directed and Produced by Chip Hackler
- Jury Award for Best Documentary: "Tapped" - Written, Directed and Produced by Stephanie Soechtig

Audience Choice Awards

- Best Documentary: "Soundtrack for a Revolution" – Written and Directed by Bill Guttentag and Dan Sturman
- Best Feature: "Republic of Pete" – Written and Directed by Jesse Berger
- Best Short - Comedy: "She’s a Fox" – Written and Directed by Cameron Sawyer
- Best Short - Drama: "True Beauty This Night"- Written and Directed by Peter Besson
- Best Short - Thriller: "The Familiar" – Written and Directed by Kody Zimmerman
- Best Animation: "Golem Song" – Written and Directed by Joy and Noelle Vaccese

Screenplay Awards

-Golden Crescent Screenplay Competition Winner: Shannon Laribo for "In That Place"
-First Runner-Up: Rich Gordon for "Totengold"
-Second Runner-Up: Larry Hedaa for "Forgotten Heroes"

Special Honors

-Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina Award for Best Actress:
Rachel Jackson in "3 Things"
-Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina Award for Best Actor:
Daniel Jones in "Patrol"

  Thank you to all the filmmakers and writers who make this event the success it is. 

 NEW!
2010 OFFICIAL PROGRAM
CLICK HERE

We welcome you to celebrate with us this third year at a new venue...the American Theater (446 King St.)  April 8-11, 2010 at this landmark art-deco style building, over 40 films will be screened from the Lowcountry, U.S., and across the globe.   We will continue to showcase the very best of veteran and emerging filmmakers, including shorts, features, documentaries and animations of all genre and subject matter.  Don't miss the free industry panels and nightly after-parties! We appreciate the hard work and passion of all filmmakers and writers, and sincerely thank everyone who submitted this year.  You can see some of our trailers to the left (more to come), and the full schedule and tickets will be online soon ($8 in advance online and $9 at the door).  The Charleston International Film Festival is the Reel Deal!  Thank you Charleston & to our 2010 Sponsors!

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2010 Jury Members Announced! 
We are proud to announce the accomplished professionals who make up this year's Jury.
 

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Informational Brochure - NEW!

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The 2010 Poster Contest Winner is......Joy and Noel Vaccese!  Congratulations!
We'd like to thank all the great entries we received from the Lowcountry and around the country, from Memphis to New York to Seattle and in between.   Thank you for your participation and see you in April!


 

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The Charleston International Film Festival (CIFF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization created in 2007 to bring people together through the art and science of film. Through this unique art, which has the power to touch our emotions and provoke thought like no other, we intend to promote the exchange of ideas, a greater cross-cultural awareness, and inspire others around the world. 
 
In 2008, over 40 films screened with most movie blocks selling out. The second year  showcased over 60 films from the U.S. and around the world…including South Carolina. Filmgoers also had the rare opportunity to meet these filmmakers, directors, cinematographers and screenwriters during post-screening Q&A’s getting an exclusive inside look into the film and industry. 
 
The Blue Moon Yacht Filmmaker Cruise, nightly after-parties and deal making opportunities round out this intimate event which concludes with the Gold Ballroom Awards Gala at the Francis Marion Hotel. All of this set in a beautiful city known for its hospitality, miles of gorgeous beaches and waterways, succulent cuisine, and historic homes and plantations make for a fun filled weekend and great memories in the Lowcountry. 

New Information Coming Soon regarding film schedule, workshops, and after-parties. Check back often for updates, or follow us on Twitter or Facebook.
 

 

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