Crested Butte Film Festival: 9th Annual Weekend is in Action September 26-29
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Established in 2011, Crested Butte Film Festival is an international film festival that inspires, awakens and activates. The four-day experience encompasses walkable venues and the screening of over 100 films spanning the genres of narrative, documentary, outdoor adventure, children’s and short films. Additional programming at CBFF includes filmmaker talks, panel discussions, lively parties and engaging "Beyond the Screen" experiences. CBFF is a program of the Center for the Arts in Crested Butte.
Some not to miss films in 2019 include: "Peanut Butter Falcon," "Gay Chorus Deep South," "Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am" and "Into the Grand" by Aspen-based filmmaker Pete McBride. Here is the full schedule of films for the 2019 festival taking place September 26-29 in Crested Butte, Colorado.
“We’re beyond excited for this year’s event and are truly in awe of the caliber of films and filmmakers that are a part of it,” says Jennifer Brody, CBFF’s director. “We can’t wait to share the festival with our amazing audience. It’s going to be a brilliant, powerful and unforgettable four days.”
CBFF is bringing to town dozens of visiting filmmakers and actors who will be an integral part of the festivities. Confirmed attendees include the sought-after writers and directors of “Peanut Butter Falcon,” Tyler Nilson and Michael Schwartz. Also attending is Amy Seimetz with two films: as an actress in the Stephen King remake, “Pet Sematary”; and as a writer, director and producer of “Sun Don't Shine,” which has won numerous Best Film awards. Actress Gillian Jacobs is also coming to Crested Butte with her short film, “Curated.”
With an atmosphere of spontaneity fueled by great films, shared experiences, bikes, hikes and magical mountain scenery, Crested Butte Film Festival makes for a truly memorable autumn experience. Tickets to CBFF are $15 for individual films, $85 for a six-pack punch card, and passes for the whole four-day event start at $250.
For more information, please visit Crested Butte Film Festival cbfilmfest.org.
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