Whistler Watch

This update was taken directly from the Whistler Film Festival newsletter.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

WFF Opening Gala Receives Rave Reviews
Last night launched the kick-off of the Whistler Film Festival official Opening Gala sponsored by American Express and Cadillac. The night’s festivities were highlighted by the sold out screening of ‘One Week’ starring Joshua Jackson which received rave reviews.

WWF Welcomes Esteemed William Vince Guests
Barry Pepper, Rob LaBelle and Roger Kumble have arrived at the Whistler Film Festival to reflect on their memoires of William Vince tonight at 7h30 in the Whistler Conference Center.

Tribute to Donald Sutherland
Tomorrow marks the arrival of this year’s esteemed festival tribute recipient and celebrated actor, Donald Sutherland. Mr. Sutherland arrives in Whistler tomorrow to receive the Film Festival tribute and participate in the festival as this year’s Borsos Jury President.

INDUSTRY UPDATES

FILMMAKER FORUM SCHEDULE ONLINE - LOOK WHO’S COMING!
Be in Whistler from December 3 to 6 to learn from the best and engage with the most interesting and informative people in the industry. The Whistler Filmmaker Forum is where you will meet the people you need to know, make deals, connect and collaborate on your projects. See the schedule and look who’s coming. Be sure to check back for regular updates.

WHISTLER FILMMAKER FORUM TUNES UP WITH TRANSMISSION
Inaugural Whistler Summit and Canadian Music Showcase Explore New Terrain
Music and film take centre stage at this year’s Whistler Film Festival. The Whistler Filmmaker Forum and transmission (a solution-minded music and digital technology conference taking place in Vancouver Dec 3 to 6) have teamed up to present the inaugural Whistler Summit, focusing on trends and issues affecting global entertainment, and the Canadian Music Showcase, featuring five export-ready artists, taking place on December 6, 2008 in Whistler. See the schedule or read the release.
WHAT’S UP

WFF LINEUP AVAILABLE ON LINE
The 2008 Whistler Film Festival lineup includes record number of premieres. Special evening presentations include the Opening Gala featuring the BC premiere of One Week, a memorial Tribute to accomplished Producer William Vince on December 5, a Tribute to one of Canada’s most celebrated actors Donald Sutherland on December 6, the annual Festival Party on December 6 and the Awards Brunch on December 7. Check out the Film & Events Guide. Or read the releases.

PASSES & TICKETS NOW ON SALE!

BY WEB: www.whistlerfilmfestival.com
Individual film and event tickets now available. Buy now!
Industry and Festival Passes now available. Early bird rates still apply for industry association members of DOC, DGC, CFTPA, MMPIA, New Media BC, Academy of Canadian Cinema and Television and CFC Alumni. Buy now!

BY PHONE: 1-877-838-FILM (3456) or 604-932-SHOW (7469)
Open: Thursday, November 13 to Saturday, December 6 Hours: 11:00am – 6:00pm daily

IN PERSON: Visit our Whistler Box Office
(Salon A in The New Blackcomb Lodge at 4220 Gate Way Drive)
Open: Thursday, November 13 to Saturday, December 6 Hours: 11:00am – 6:00pm daily
Note: Day of show tickets available at theatres only.

FESTIVAL GUIDES
Festival Guides are $2 and are now available in Whistler at the Festival Box Office (The New Blackcomb Lodge), Village 8 Cinemas, Millennium Place, The Grocery Store, Whistler Activity & Info Centre and Whistler Visitor Centre, and in Vancouver at Biz Books, Pacific Cinematheque and Artisan Wine Co stores.