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 […]
Edie Falco to Attend 25 Years: 25 Films screening of ‘Judy Berlin’
March 27, 2017 by
We are thrilled to announce that Edie Falco will be our guest for a Q&A following the 25 Years: 25 Films screening of JUDY BERLIN (HIFF 1999). Tickets are on sale now! Judy Berlin Sunday, April 9 | 6:00PM Bay Street Theater | Sag Harbor Director: Eric Mendelsohn Cast: Barbara Barrie, Bob Dishy, Edie Falco Tickets: […]
HIFF Screenwriters Lab: 2017 Selections & Mentors
March 22, 2017 by
HIFF is proud to announce the mentors and screenwriters for the 17th Annual Screenwriters Lab, which takes place April 7-9 in East Hampton and Sag Harbor. The Lab pairs up-and-coming screenwriters with established screenwriters, directors and producers for a series of one-on-one mentoring sessions. “Our focus on fostering up-and-coming talent in the HIFF community is at the […]
25 Years: 25 Films March Screenings
March 9, 2017 by
This March, revisit four classic films via our celebratory 25 Years: 25 Films series honoring HIFF’s Silver Anniversary. Past Screenings I AM NOT YOUR NEGRO (HIFF 2016) Director: Raoul Peck Friday, March 3 (PASSED) In 1979, James Baldwin wrote a letter to his literary agent describing his next project, Remember This House. The book was […]
Red Carpet Raffle: Alec Baldwin in ‘The Boss Baby’ Premiere
March 8, 2017 by
Note: The Raffle has ended. Thanks for playing! We’re pleased to announce HIFF is raffling off* two tickets to the Red Carpet Premiere of DreamWorks Animation‘s new film, THE BOSS BABY, starring Alec Baldwin. Raffle tickets are just $20, and proceeds will support HIFF’s year-round educational programs. THE BOSS BABY March 20, 2017 AMC Lincoln Square Red Carpet […]
