See movies you might never see in commercial theaters by checking out the flicks at Portland's fabulous film festivals.
1. Porltand International Film Festival
Portland International Film Festival is the biggest film event in Oregon, drawing over 30,000 each February. Audiences can check out the premiers of more than 100 shorts and feature films from around the world.Where: Check back for 2008 locations.
When: February 7 – 23, 2008
How much: General admission is $8.
2. 10 or Less Fest
The tagline for this festival is “Because 15 minutes of fame is too much.” It’s perfect for anyone with a short attention span or those of us who aren’t sure we’re film fest types. If you see a terrible movie, just wait a few minutes and it will be over.Where: Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd
When: check back for 2008 dates
How much: Admission to any single film is $7. An all-pass is $20.
3. GLB Film Festival
Cinema 21 hosts this 10-day festival. Show your support for Portland’s lesbian and gay community. You can purchase tickets in advance via Ticket Web. Call (866)468.7623 or go to the Ticket Web website. Sign up for the PLGFF mailing list here.You may also buy tickets at Balloons on Broadway at 617 SW Washington St, (503)241-3336 and Haven Coffee at 3551 SE Division St, (503)236-6890.
Where: Cinema 21
When: check back for 2008 dates
How much: $8 per ticket or $70 for ten vouchers
4. NW Film and Video Festival
Shorts, features and documentaries are chosen by well-known filmmakers such as Gus Van Sant and Simpsons creator Matt Groening. The panel will choose about 30-45 films during the festival, after which a handful of them are selected for the Best of the Northwest Tour program which travels the following year throughout the Northwest.When: Check back for 2008 dates
Where: The Guild Theater, 829 SW 9th Avenue
How much: $7 for general admission. $40 for a festival pass.
5. Longbaugh
For one weekend a year, the Willamette Week’s film festival, Longbaugh, takes over the city with showings at practically every independent theater in town. There’s even a mini film festival, Lil Longbaugh, just for kids.Where: All over the place. Venues include the Bagdad, the Laurelhurst Theater, and Cinema 21.
When:Check back for 2008 dates
How much: $7 for single admission tickets. $30 for a full festival pass. Learn more here.
