Archives for 2013

Short Film Programs Announced for HIFF 2013

51 short films will screen across eight programs (and some will appear before feature films) at the 2013 Hamptons International Film Festival. HIFF 2013 is proud to present eight programs of short films, including the Golden Starfish Award competition shorts (already announced; view them here); short films presented with New York Women in Film and […]

2013 Rowdy Talks to Feature Barbara Kopple, Golden Starfish Filmmakers, and New York Independent Film

For the third year, the Hamptons International Film Festival will offer free talks at Rowdy Hall in East Hampton, exploring the past, present and future of filmmaking. Note: (free) tickets required. Friday, October 11 10:00 am Rowdy Hall Join two-time Academy Award® winner Barbara Kopple as she discusses her ground-breaking career as a documentary director. […]

Conversations with Helena Bonham Carter and Bruce Dern at HIFF 2013

Two stars have been confirmed for “A Conversation With…” events at the 2013 Hamptons International Film Festival. Bonham Carter is attending the Festival on behalf of the BBC America biopic Burton and Taylor, directed by Richard Laxton, which will premiere in the Focus on UK Film section. A Conversation With… Helena Bonham Carter will take place on Saturday, October […]

HIFF Announces the 2013 Conflict & Resolution Award and Film Slate

Plot for Peace, directed by Carlos Agullo and Mandy Jacobson, wins the 2013 Brizzolara Family Foundation Award. Honorable Mention goes to Jehane Noujaim‘s The Square. The Hamptons International Film Festival is proud to announce the five feature films that will screen in the Conflict and Resolution program at HIFF 2013. These films tell stories set in Israel, Uganda, […]

HIFF and The Sloan Foundation Announce 2013 Feature Film Prize Winner

Director Steven Bernstein to receive the $25,000 Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize for his feature film Decoding Annie Parker. The Hamptons International Film Festival and The Sloan Foundation are thrilled to announce that the recipient of the $25,000 Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize is director Steven Bernstein. His feature film Decoding Annie Parker […]