Posted by: Rowan Samuel in Untagged on
May 1, 2010
The NIFF 2010 team is very excited to kick off our 2010 year. We had a tremendous Oscar party event, made even sweeter by the Oscar win by the Cove. What an auspicious way for NIFF to start! Our upcoming Sex & City 2 Premiere Event will be a lot of fun, and we're excited to meet new friends who are excited about this year's film festival.
What a lot of fun this has become! I am continually blown away by the strides we have made in such a short time.
Posted by: Pete in Untagged on
Nov 7, 2009
What happened in theater 10????? Went to the showing of The Knowers and had to leave due to projection errors. Most if not all the customers got there money back and was not able to see the whole movie. Less than half way through the movie started skipping and then was just shut off. Will the Silver Spot Theater be showing this film at another time?? I hope so. Feel bad for the director and cast of the movie. The time and efforts gone into making this film and then entering it in the festival to only have less than half of it shown, that sucks. Would love to see the whole thing and hope the theater will have another showing for it soon.
Posted by: Rowan Samuel in Untagged on
Oct 27, 2009
Two weeks to go before the festival and I'm continually humbled by the stand out job our team has done. Our volunteer team never ceases to amaze me - not only are they eager to help us and the community be successful with this venture, but there's a general kinship among all of us - from varied age groups from 18 to 80 - who are looking to be part of something positive in SWFL, especially after the last year of bad news.
I am incredibly proud of the job our Submissions team has done. The films are excellent and I think that attendees to the festival will be really surprised by the quality and the diversity that this festival offers.
Lastly, we are working feverishly to finalize details on our live entertainment events at the Mercato at the "Field Of Dreams". This includea a whole children's portion of the film festival (children's movies and activities during day on 11/7). The live entertainment is free, so I hope people come in droves to experience what we have painstakingly put together.
It has certainly been a roller coaster ride, and now.....I'm going to enjoy every minute of it.
Posted by: Rowan Samuel in Untagged on
Oct 16, 2009
Last night was a wonderful evening. We thank our partners, Piola, McCormick & Schmick's, Silverspot and Blue Martini who hosted our VIP group. The food and drinks were excellent, as was the company.
It was a very succesful night for NIFF, as we had a chance to get to know some new faces, and previewed several trailers to the NIFF audience.
The countdown to the festival is on. See you at the Movies!
Posted by: Rowan Samuel in Untagged on
Oct 5, 2009
29 Days to Go Update
NIFF is excited to unveil our first :30 commercial! With the help of our trusted partners, director Robert Hayman and production company, Blue Sky Media, we produced our first video over the weekend that will run in local media.
Be sure to take a look at it on the site.
We've also been busy doing some digging on some Naples details for some of you out of towners. Hopefully, the success of NIFF can translate into growing our local community even more!
Naples, Florida, a seaside paradise tucked into Southwest Florida’s gulf coast. The Naples-Marco Island Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is the 2nd fastest growing metropolitan area in the nation. With a total area of 2,305 square miles, and a land area of 2,025 square miles, Collier County is the largest county in Florida and is larger than the states of Rhode Island and Delaware.
Collier County is a thriving area in Florida, featuring one of the best business climates in the nation. With its geographic location, climate, transportation system, tax structure, quality of life, and skilled workforce, Collier County is a premier business destination in Florida.
Listed below are several interesting facts about the Naples Community, sourced by The Economic Development Council of Collier County. Additional information may be found on www.enaplesflorida.com .
• The Southwest Florida regional population is projected to increase 138% from 2000 to 2030. From 2000 to 2005, the population of Collier County, Florida grew 22%. In 2006, the population in Collier County was 319,905. Collier County population is projected to increase by more than 28% from 2003 to 2010. Collier County’s population rises by an estimated one-third during the winter season which traditionally lasts from November through April.
• Nearly 76% of Collier County’s total population is younger than age 65. The Median age of residents in Collier County is 44.2.
• Collier County has a dynamic center of opportunity and possibilities. Collier County and its’ surrounding areas provide an abundant skilled labor force. Collier County’s labor force was ranked the fastest growing in the United States and Florida from 1995 to 2002. In addition, the Naples-Marco Island MSA is ranked 2nd in job growth for small places in the United States.
• The partnership between the public and law enforcement is strong and relentless in maintaining the highly desirable quality of life in Collier County. Compared to other counties in Florida, Collier County has the lowest amount of crimes. Collier County’s crime rate has dropped 204% since 2004.
Sources:
Economic Development Council of Collier County; Market Facts 2006-2007;
U.S. Census Bureau, 4/01; University of Florida, Bureau of Economic and Business Research, Florida Population Studies, 2/06; Florida Long-term Economic Forecast, 6/05; Collier County Comprehensive Planning Department, 10/06; Sales and Marketing Management, 2000 Survey of Buying Power, 9/02; Collier County Sheriffs Department 2006
Posted by: Ann in Untagged on
Sep 22, 2009
Thinking of coming down from New York, for The Naples International Film Festival.......Saw the trailer on
"THE KNOWERS", looks VERY interesting!
Posted by: Pete in Untagged on
Sep 20, 2009
How awesome is it that we finally have a film festival localally. Perfect time of the year for it. Couldn't be better. The coolest thing is that I have a friend who is in the movie The Knowers. Can't wait to see all the films that will be at the festival. Judging by the current trailers, this should be good. Oh yea, the website is great. Can't wait for the first of many festivals to come. Good luck to all.
Posted by: Rowan Samuel in Untagged on
Sep 10, 2009
The NIFF team attended the Silverspot Luxury Cinema for their grand opening last night, and all anyone could say was "Wow. Wow. Wow.". It is a beautiful venue with the most comfortable seats (like riding in a Cadillac), state of art sound and digital projectors. Having a wine bar and a restaurant on site is a great addition to the movie going experience.
We are so blessed to have the opportunity to have our inaugural festival there. Thank you Silverspot and Mercato!!
Posted by: Eric in Untagged on
Sep 3, 2009
Greetings, I'd love to invite ALL supporters of the art of film at Naples International Film Festival to join me at Blue Martini this Tuesday, September 8 @ 9 p.m. Come celebrate with other NIFF members, the founders, the volunteers, filmmakers, producers and directors. Oh, and it is my birthday.
Get back to me if you want to be on the VIP list and I will get you free cover and VIP access and a drink on me. Anyone may join you in attending this celebration, although drink passes and covers are limited.
WHAT: Celebration for the opening of Silverspot theater/ Eric Raddatz birthday & The Naples International Film Festival appreciation party
WHEN: Sepember 8, 2009@ 9 p.m.
WHERE: Blue Martini
9114 Strada Place, Naples Florida
MORE INFO: eric@naplesfilmfest.com or call (239) 591-2583
Come down! You will have a blast.
Eric Raddatz
Executive Director
Naples International FIlm Festival
eric@naplesfilmfest.com
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