When you’re browsing the HIFF 2016 Film Guide, don’t be discouraged if you see the words RUSH ONLY—there’s still hope! Rush Sales Some of the films screening at HIFF 2016 are going to be more in demand than others; that’s just the way it is. But remember: just because advance tickets are no longer available for a […]
Q&A: Director Jessie Auritt on the Inner Strength of ‘Supergirl’
October 3, 2016 by
Few would know it by looking at her, but Naomi “Supergirl” Kutin is the strongest girl in the world. The 11-year-old, 95-pound Orthodox Jewish girl from New Jersey is a competitive powerlifter who can lift three times her body weight, impressing even the largest of bodybuilders. SUPERGIRL follows Naomi’s inspiring journey as she simultaneously trains […]
Q&A: Director Tom Donahue on Recreating a Legend in ‘Davi’s Way’
October 2, 2016 by
DAVI’S WAY follows legendary character actor and singer Robert Davi—known for his portrayal of the Bond villain in LICENSE TO KILL—and his quest to honor friend and hero Frank Sinatra. To celebrate the beloved crooner’s 100th birthday, he hopes to meticulously recreate the “Main Event,” Sinatra’s historic 1974 concert at Madison Square Garden. With only […]
Q&A: ‘Score’ Director Matt Schrader on the Cinematic Power of Music
September 29, 2016 by
Throughout history, music has always had a powerful impact on both cinema and audiences. The first documentary of its kind, SCORE celebrates the emotional resonance of music in film by offering an inside look at the work of Hollywood’s most accomplished composers. First time director Matt Schrader goes behind the creative process of nearly two […]
HIFF 2016: Narrative & Documentary Juries
September 25, 2016 by
Our HIFF Competition honors emerging directors from around the world in narrative feature, documentary feature, and short film competition sections. Juried by world-class filmmakers and industry professionals, these competitions represent the important, provocative premieres by cinema’s next wave of master filmmakers. Meet the HIFF 2016 Narrative and Documentary jury members. Narrative Jury Julie Goldstein is currently President of Production at Endgame Entertainment. Her credits for the […]
