Whether you are a film connoisseur, looking to expand your cultural experiences, or are just wanting a night out on the town, check out the 34th Annual Portland International Film Festival. This ever so popular event kicks off on February 10th and lasts until the February 26th. With over 100 international shorts and feature films shown through out the festival, there is bound to be one or two that will appeal to your interest. While the official film schedule isn’t released until February 1st, the premier film has been announced. The festival will open February 10th at the Newmark Theater in the Portland Center for the Performing Arts with a French film titled Potiche. From director François Ozon, “This light hearted, sharp-tongued comedy stars two of the most acclaimed and beloved French actors of all time, Catherine Deneuve and Gérard Deparieu.” Films will be shown around town through out the duration of the festival. Some of the venues include Cinemagic, Hollywood Theatre, Newmark Theatre, Regal Broadway Metroplex, Cinema 21, and the Film Center’s own Whitsell Auditorium. If international film and cinematic genius wasn’t enough to interest you, the film festival will also have a variety of parties and visiting artists to join in on the film’s festivities.
The Portland International Film Festival is the largest film festival in Oregon and has drawn an audience of over 35,000 in past years. With this slue of events being so successful, large names such as The Oregonian, Regal Entertainment Group, Wieden+Kennedy, and Nel Centro have signed on as sponsors.
If you’re interested in watching a variety of films, but don’t want to pay for admission, you might consider becoming a volunteer. Volunteers are used year round for line control, ticket sales, and marketing. Volunteers earn free admission to the films at the festival as well as the Northwest Film Center’s programs throughout the year. Check out the Northwest Film Center’s website for volunteer opportunities.
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