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Through a diverse program of short films, this year’s Women in Film series will celebrate and support the creative talents of Palestinian and Israeli filmmakers. Every filmmaker has a unique perspective on their culture and their world. The films selected both narrative and documentary, will provide views into the psyche of these communities and deepen our understanding of Palestinian and Israeli life, lands, and cultures.

CELEBRATING PALESTINIAN AND ISRAELI CULTURE

The short films shown at this special event are the apex of an entire evening of artistic expression.

While tasting the culinary delights of both Palestinians and Israelis, the audience will enjoy a display of fine art: paintings and photographs. Entertainment will include Palestinian and Israeli dance and music that will express the vibrant and artistic beauty of these two diverse cultures.

FILMMAKERS CALL FOR ENTRIES

DOWNLOAD HERE The Rules and Application for the WIFI Shorts Program

SUBMISSION INFORMATION

The film can be about any topic, but at least one above the line member of the production team (writer, director, actor, producer, cinematographer, etc.) must be of Palestinian or Israeli descent. This includes Palestinian Americans and Israeli Americans.

We begin accepting film submissions on June 1, 2009 and close submissions on July 15, 2009.

All submissions must be in by July 15th and not simply postmarked by that date. We will announce the films selected on August 31, 2009.

Film length: Minimum 1 minute / Maximum 30 minutes
Language: All entries must be either in English or contain English subtitles.
There is no submission fee.

2009 Timeline
Call for applications: June 1-July 31
Judging: August 1 - August 31
Winners Announced: August 31
Tickets Available: TBD
Screening: September 30

CALL FOR ARTISTS

If you are in the Southern California area and are a painter, sculptor, photographer, dancer, composer, singer or musician interested in exhibiting or performing during this event, please contact us HEREThis e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The program will take place on September 30, 2009 from 5:00-10:00PM
Mount St. Mary’s College, Santa Monica
12001 Chalon Road
Los Angeles, CA 90049

Tickets to the event will go on sale later.

This Event is produced by the Women In Film International Committee.
Producers Tobie Loomis and Tessa Bell. Associate Producer, Dianna Harris.

The Women In Film International Committee is committed to fostering an interactive and cultural bond with other countries by discovering, promoting and supporting the ideas and efforts of entertainment professionals (especially women) throughout the world.

Committee Co-Chairs Ruby Lopez & Arati Misro - Advisory Chairs Tobie Loomis & Gabrielle Kelly

For more information or sponsorship opportunities contact TESSA BELL.