Rhode Island International Film Festival PO
Box 162 Newport, RI 02840 USA Street Address:
96 Second Street, Newport, RI 02840 Office: 268 Broadway, Providence, RI
02903
401/861-4445
fax: 401/490-6735 info@film-festival.org
We screen 35mm, Blu-Ray, DVD, HDcam, and Digibeta. Other formats must be discussed with the Technical Director. Filmmakers will be contacted by the RIIFF Programming Director with format options based on venue. This information will be available in early July.
3. Exhibition Copy Shipping Information:
Not later than July 25th
RI International Film Festival
268 Broadway
Providence, RI 02903 (United States)
Please make sure that you insure your work with the appropriate carrier. Additionally, for international films, cite that the work is for "Cultural Purposes Only, No Commercial Value." The latter is very important or else you will be charged customs fees.
4. Poster Sizes for Publicity:
Posters can be of any size, no requirements. The largest we take is the marquee poster; the smallest can be postcard size. A variety is encouraged. Posters should be sent to the same address as the exhibition copy of the film.
5. Festival Awards for Film and Screenplay Competition:
Film awards are trophies and specific sponsor related prizes, not cash. The winner of Best Short will be submitted to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for Oscar consideration. Screenplay awards (besides the Grand Prize) are promotion, publicity, etc. The awards ceremony is Saturday afternoon the 9th, TBA.
6. General Admission Ticket Prices: (For the General Public)
Opening Night Film Screening - $20 Gala Party - $40/ticket with pass √ Film Screening and Party Combo - $50
Single Tickets not on opening night:
Adult Tickets-$10
Members/Seniors-$8
KidsEye International FF Ticket prices: TBA
Adults- $7.00
Children-$5.00
IMPORTANT NOTICE: RIIFF 2008 tickets sold will have an additional .50 cent restoration fee added only at the Columbus Theatre. This is for the restoration of the historic Columbus Theatre Arts Center. Restoration fees collected will be secured in a restricted account held by the Friends of the Columbus Theatre. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.
Advance Ticket orders are available at this time by clicking on our Ticket and Passes Page.
Certain films might sell-out. Please redeem vouchers or 6-packs at least 15 minutes before a particular screening. We cannot guarantee seating if you arrive late.
7. Filmmaker Passes & Event Ticketing:
Each Filmmaker receives 2 PASSES per film, which grant full access to all screenings, forums and after parties. Certain events are offered at discounted rates (Opening and Closing Night Gala).
Note that certain films may sell out; please arrive at least 15 minutes before a particular screening. We cannot guarantee seating if you arrive late.
8. Opening and Closing Night: (for Filmmakers)
Opening Night:
The Opening Night President's Reception is for invited guests and purchasers of the $100 Opening Night Package. (no discount is available to this event)
Opening Night Screening and evening gala -starts at 7:00 p.m.,
Film screening free for filmmakers with passes. The Party will cost $25.
All 3 opening night events - $100. Event details will be available in July.
RI Film Forum:
$25 per day for visiting filmmakers or $40 for both days
We do not have a concrete list of which distribution companies are attending this year (they tend to surprise us) but we have strong ties and representatives from IFC, Miramax, Lion’s Gate, and other companies have attended the festival in recent years. More information on distributors will become available during the festival as they become availabe to us.
10. Accommodations:
As a nonprofit organization, we cannot provide rental fees, lodging or air travel for our filmmakers to attend. However, we have special discount accommodations with the historic downtown, Biltmore Hotel. The Biltmore Hotel will serve as our festival headquarters this year. Check the website for the substantial discount for festival guests. Other hotels are discounted in different locations throughout the state. We have host family accommodations available but will not have dormitory rooms available this year. Please contact hospitality@film-festival.org with questions
Here are details about specific rates and contacts for lodging:
Providence Biltmore.
Rates Coming!
Hal K. Barth, CHSP (Director of Sales and Marketing) hbarth@providencebiltmore.com
11 Dorrance St., Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 455-3029/Fax: (401) 455-3040
Hotel Providence.
Christine Nevers (General Manager) cnevers@hotelprovidence.com
311 Westminster St. Providence, RI 02903
Phone: (401) 490-8126/Fax: (401) 454-4306
The Sheraton Providence Airport Hotel.
Rates Coming
Sue Gallogly (Business Transient Sales Manager) Sue.gallogly@sheratonprovidence.com
1850 Post Rd. Warwick, RI 02886
Phone: (401) 824-0614
Radisson Hotel Providence Harbor.
Rates Coming
Nicole Houle (Director of Sales) nicole.houle@radisson.com
220 India Street , Providence, RI 02906
Phone: 401-272-5577/Fax: 401-272-0251
Comfort Inn Pawtucket.
Rates Coming
“Nellie.” sales@comfortinnri.com
2 George St. Pawtucket RI, 02860
Phone: (401) 723-6700/Fax: (401) 726-6380
11. Promoting Your Film at RIIFF
Filmmakers may advertise their film in our program guide and newspaper announcements. We will be announcing more information shortly as we lock in this year's program guide partner.
12. After Parties:
All After Parties start mid-evening, from 9:00 p.m. onward. A final schedule for the week will be available upon registration. Any special events updates will be posted daily at filmmaker registration.
Here is a list from last year to give you an idea:
Tuesday August 7, 2007 OPENING NIGHT Providence Performing Arts Center 220 Weybosset Street
5-6:45 p.m.: Red Carpet Reception, Marquee Room
$100 invitation-only.
7-9:00 p.m.: Opening Night Presentation, Short Films.
Free with filmmaker pass, guests $15
9-11:00 p.m.: POST PREMIER PARTY
Lobby/Mezzanine Area
Filmmaker pass $25, guests $35
Sponsored by Tommy Bahama Rum and Harpoon Beer
Wednesday August 8, 2007 Caffé Dolce Vitae DePasquale Square, Atwells Avenue
5-6:30 p.m.: Informal Filmmaker Gathering
Thursday August 9, 2007 Gallery Z 259 Atwells Avenue
“Green” filmmaker reception.
6-8 p.m.: Open to all filmmakers.
Complimentary refreshments
Westminster Park
“Viva Las Vegas” Outdoor Screening
RiRa 50 Exchange Terrace
9:30-1:00 a.m.: “Let’s Find Lenny” Live band.
Party with the Filmmakers.
No Cover
Friday August 10, 2007 McCormick and Schmick’s Adjacent to Biltmore Hotel
5-6:00 p.m.: Informal Filmmaker Gathering
Bravo 123 Empire Street
9-11:00 p.m.: Matt Hartke, Live Music
Complimentary refreshments.
Filmmakers with pass-free, Guests $5
Dark Lady 124 Snow Street
11:00 p.m.: GBLT Party
No cover with pass from screening of “Four Letter Word”
Saturday August 11, 2007 Federal Reserve 60 Dorrance Street
4-6:00 p.m.: Awards Ceremony and Reception
$20 RSVP, filmmakers and guests
Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
Waterplace Restaurant 1 Financial Way
10:00 p.m.: !Celebration! RIIFF ’07
Complimentary International Refreshments
Filmmakers with pass-free, $10 Guests
Sunday August 12, 2007 Columbus Theatre Upstairs Lobby 270 Broadway
9:00 p.m. WRAPARTY
Staff, Volunteers, Filmmakers with Pass
13. Film Introductions/ Q&A:
All film screenings begin with an introduction by a RIIFF staff member or volunteer, along with mention of Q&A availability with attending filmmakers after the film program. We will do our best to provide adequate time for post Q&A’s, but depending on runtime, projection, and daily schedules; some Q&A’s may be reduced, cut or held outside the screening hall.
14. Horror Festival:
RIIFF hosts a horror festival in October. A separate submission and entry fee is required for consideration in the horror festival competition. Please download an application form from our Competitions page.
Amtrak also offers ACELA Express Northeast service –
service from Boston-Providence-New Haven-New York-Philadelphia-Baltimore
and Washington D.C. ACELA travels up to 150 mph with
travel time from New York to Providence in 2-1/2 hours
and Providence to Boston in less than 30 minutes.
Please use the Visit RI Fares which offers a 20% discount to passengers traveling to the Ocean State.
Save 20% off the best available regular (full) adult rail fare for coach travel to Westerly, Kingston or Providence, RI on reserved regional trains (Boston/Springfield, Ma –Washington, DC). Valid for sale between 25 Jan. 07 – 10 Dec. 07 and for travel 28 Jan. 07 – 13 Dec. 07. Seating is limited and subject to availability. Up to 2 children ages 2-15 may accompany each paid adult at half of the discounted adult rail fare. Other restrictions and blackout dates may apply. Request discount code V731 when you book by calling 1-800-USA-RAIL. Amtrak is a registered service mark of the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
16. Additional Discounts and Offers: (posted 7/15/07)
Filmmakers are eligible for discounts at both Enterprise Rent-a-Car and Amtrak. Filmmakers will save 20% off the best available regular adult rail fare for coach travel to Westerly, Kingston or Providence, RI on reserved regional trains (Boston/Springfield, MA - Washington, DC) by calling 1-800-USA-RAIL and using the festival discount code.
Codes can be obtained when booking a package through the RIIFF office (Call us at 401/861-4445). Travelers can also receive special discounts for rental cars through Enterprise by calling "1-800-RENT-ACAR" and using discount code 49B4153.
By mentioning the Festival to the wait staff of Blake's Tavern, all filmmakers will receive a 15% discount on their food bill. The tavern has been a staple of Providence for nearly 20 years and widely known for its menu's variety that takes “Pub Grub” to the next level.
Our discount package can be purchased by calling the RIIFF office at (401) 861-4445 by July 28th.
Borders Bookstore at the Providence Place Mall is offering a 10% off coupon which you'll find in your program guide. The dates of use are August 10 & 11th.
17. Accessing Rhode Island Press and Media: (posted 7/26/07)
We have received many emails and telephone calls about how to maximize the press coverage for your film's exhibition in Rhode Island. Many of you have already been sent an Excel spread sheet compiled by our staff.
The RIIFF staff is here to help you any way we can. One of the things we've learned is that it is best to niche out your work to area reviewers and writers. For example: Do not send everything to the film critic when you might be better served by contacting the religious, music, sports, etc. writers.
We can definitely help you with this type of targeting. Additionally, we will post as much as we can on our website and distribute releases for you electronically to the media.
RHODE ISLAND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
PO Box 162 • Newport, RI 02840 (United States) Street Address: 96 Second Street • Newport, RI
02840
Office: 268 Broadway, Providence, RI 02903
Tel/Fax: (401) 861-4445/490-6735
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