NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL

NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL
New Orleans, Louisiana - USA
October 8 to 15, 2009

The 20th Annual NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL (NOFF) continues its tradition as Louisiana's preeminent film event, presenting an eclectic program of films each fall, with legendary New Orleans as its backdrop.

Offering filmmakers and film fans alike an ideal setting in a world-famous city, NOFF draws in over 10,000 attendees each season. Both established and emerging filmmakers gain media exposure, connect with the region's diverse audiences, and participate in an acclaimed event attended by industry as well as celebrated luminaries.

Over the past two decades, NOFF has welcomed numerous indie icons into its family, including Kevin Smith (CLERKS), Richard Linklater (THE SCHOOL OF ROCK), Todd Solondz (HAPPINESS), David Gordon Green (PINEAPPLE EXPRESS), and Michael Almereyda (NEW ORLEANS, MON AMOUR). Many of the Festival's alumni have gone on to be honored at Sundance, Cannes, Toronto, and even at the Academy Awards.



UPCOMING DEADLINE
May 8, 2009 - Late Deadline
Upgraded projects save $5 off this deadline

MISSION AND OBJECTIVE
The New Orleans Film Society's mission is to engage, educate and inspire through the art of film.

MORE ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
Accepted filmmakers are enthusiastically welcomed to New Orleans as the Festival's own special guests with accommodations, local transportation, and all-access passes to NOFF festivities, including an extensive program of screenings, workshops, panels, and Q&A's.

NOFF selections are eligible to win Audience Awards, as well as in-kind or cash prizes for distinctions including Best Narrative Feature, Narrative Short, Documentary Feature, Documentary Short, Animated film, Experimental film, and Louisiana Filmmaker. In addition to its screenings, NOFF presents a film conference that includes many industry panelists who are frequently much more accessible than, paradoxically enough, at the larger festivals.

Don't miss out on this great filmmaker experience; submit to the New Orleans Film Festival today!