Last Saturday, supporters of animal rights joined HIFF for an exclusive reception prior to the SummerDocs screening of TROPHY, a powerful new call to action that challenges us to examine our complicated relationship with the great species of the world. Proceeds from this evening supported HIFF’s Compassion, Justice & Animal Rights program. Thanks to all for their generosity!
Support the Melissa Mathison Award
April 10, 2017 by
Established in 2016, the Melissa Mathison Award is named for the late Hollywood screenwriter. The Award supports the annual HIFF Screenwriters Lab, which pairs emerging screenwriters with established screenwriters, directors and producers for a collaborative weekend of one-on-one mentoring sessions each spring. In particular, the Award is instrumental in ensuring that female voices are showcased for […]
Submissions for HIFF 2017 Screenwriters Lab Now Closed
November 23, 2016 by
Update 1/17/2017: Submissions have now closed for the 2017 Screenwriters Lab. Please look for our announcement of the selections in early April! The Hamptons International Film Festival’s Screenwriters Lab, going into its 17th year, is an intimate gathering that takes place each spring in East Hampton, New York (2017 dates: April 7–9). The Lab develops emerging screenwriting […]
Monday Snapshots: Dakota Fanning, HIFF Awards & More!
October 11, 2016 by
The final day of HIFF 2016 included the Awards Ceremony, a brunch celebrating our filmmakers, and the Closing Night screening of AMERICAN PASTORAL, with very special guest Dakota Fanning.
Friday Snapshots: Norton, Eckhart, Hunter & More!
October 7, 2016 by
Friday was chock-full of premieres, conversations and starry red carpets, including BLEED FOR THIS, BUNKER 77, MARATHON: THE PATRIOTS DAY BOMBING, DISTURBING THE PEACE and STRANGE WEATHER. Photos: Getty Images
