 The global and political climate of today is inspiring filmmakers to create by any means necessary. Whether it's a massive studio film or a lo-fi video, the films that make up the 2007 CineVegas Film Festival represent a passion to tell stories. They evoke the power of cinema: rousing audiences or distracting them from their woes…at least for a while. This year's lineup is reminiscent of another era of film. An era when we found ourselves in a war that most didn't believe in…the 70's. It was a golden age of cinema responsible for some of the greatest films of all time. An era fueled by outrage, spawning films with creative and memorable subject matter that reflected the questioning spirit of the times.
|
|
Read more...
|
|
Marquee Award:
Sir Anthony Hopkins
Vanguard Actor Award:
Sir Ben Kingsley
Vanguard Director Award:
Mike Newell
Vanguard Producer Award:
Jerry Weintraub
Half-Life Award presented by Cadillac:
Charlize Theron |
|
|
A collection of highly anticipated U.S. and world premieres.
ALL GOD'S CHILDREN CAN DANCE
(World Premiere), Dir: Robert Logevall
CARELESS
(World Premiere), Dir: Peter Spears
CHOOSE CONNOR
(World Premiere), Wri/Dir: Luke Eberl
THE FIFTH PATIENT
(World Premiere), Dir: Amir Mann
HAVE LOVE, WILL TRAVEL
(World Premiere), Dir: Dan Peterson
THE LIVING WAKE
(World Premiere), Dir: Sol Tryon
LOOK
(World Premiere), Wri/Dir: Adam Rifkin
LOREN CASS
(U.S. Premiere), Wri/Dir: Chris Fuller
THROWING STARS
(World Premiere), Dir: Todd Breau |
|
Presented by Don Julio Tequila
With the recent success of established Mexican filmmakers on the international stage, there is a groundswell of a cinematic movement happening in the country. As the auteurs continue to flourish, they pave the way for the "next wave" of filmmakers to follow in their footsteps while expressing their own voices. This section showcases first and second time filmmakers who resound with talent and represent the future of Mexican film. |
|
Read more...
|
|
|
Advance screenings of high profile films with U.S. distribution. |
|
Read more...
|
|
|
A hero in a fiction film has the ability to overcome insurmountable odds to defeat dark forces. In life it is rare to find such heroes. However in the documentaries in this section we are introduced to two men who fit this label. One living and one who has recently passed away, they shared the same desire to right terrible wrongs in the name of justice. We are proud to present these terrific films about such noble men. |
|
Read more...
|
|
|
Highlights of the best new American and International films seeking distribution. |
|
Read more...
|
|
|
A bizarre underground collection of cult and midnight movies for the most hardcore fans. |
|
Read more...
|
|
“People, Loving People”
Ain't it crazy, how we all just get along? While these shorts offer up a range of style, from shocking comedy to bus-stop melancholy, existential hearing lessons to deceit in the great outdoors, all shall give you faith in the human condition. Provided, that is, you don't relate too closely with your own bully nature. 106 minutes. |
|
Read more...
|
|
“Splatter Time”
What turns you on? If it's strange films, butterflies, gay sea creatures, finding bombs with girls, insane food, vomit, or revenge, here is your tailor-made sensory explosion! This could possibly be the furthest we've pushed the boundaries. Did I mention butterflies? 104 minutes. |
|
Read more...
|
|
“Still Lives”
A showcase of the true power of cinema: portraiture. Outsiders, people at the end of life, a bittersweet breakup, or a horrific moment – this program illuminates the inner beauty as seen from the outer shell. From slap-happy comedy to intense drama and everything in the middle, the noble characters in these stories are satisfyingly full. 99 minutes. |
|
Read more...
|
|
|
Showcasing the best and newest work being made in Nevada. |
|
Read more...
|
|
|
