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From the Chair
POSTED ON August 19, 2008
From all of us at the Newport International Film Festival, our thanks to you for your support and interest in film in general and our organization in particular.
Second Monday Update
POSTED ON August 19, 2008
NIFF's Second Monday Cinema Series will take a break in September.
'Brideshead Revisited' to screen Aug. 11th
POSTED ON August 1, 2008
Brideshead Revisited: Screening Monday, Aug. 11 at 7 pm at the Jane Pickens Theater, 49 Touro Street, Newport. Tickets: $10 or $8 for Film Newport/NIFF members. Tickets available at the door.
NIFF Second Monday, July 14th
POSTED ON July 2, 2008
Note By Note, a documentary about the creation of a Steinway grand piano, will screen Monday, July 14 at 4 pm & 7 pm at the Jane Pickens Theater, 49 Touro Street, Newport. Tickets: $10 or $8 for Film Newport/NIFF members. Tickets available at the door.
New NIFF Director Named
POSTED ON June 13, 2008
Jennifer Maizel, managing director of the Sarasota Film Festival, will become the executive director of the Newport International Film Festival on July 1.
Award Winners 2008
POSTED ON July 2, 2008
The Newport International Film Festival is pleased to announce the winners of its 2008 festival. Awards, which are voted on by the NIFF Jury, were presented for the Best Narrative Feature, Best Documentary, and Best Short Film.
NIFF Announces 2008 Lineup
POSTED ON April 30, 2008
Every summer starts off with the promise of sun and fun. It may be impossible to guarantee the sun, but the Newport International Film Festival can guarantee the fun. Beginning on Tuesday June 3rd, the 11th annual Newport International Film Festival (NIFF) kicks off with the documentary Man on Wire, which explores high wire artist Philippe Petit's daring high-wire performance between New York City’s World Trade Center’s twin towers in August 1974.
Lineup for 2008 NIFF Children’s Festival
POSTED ON May 1, 2008
A look at the 2008 NIFF Children's Program.
A Sampling of Films at NIFF 2008
POSTED ON May 1, 2008
A look at some of the noteworthy films scheduled for screening at NIFF 2008.
'Then She Found Me' screens May 12th
POSTED ON April 29, 2008
Helen Hunt's directorial debut, "Then She Found Me," screens May12th as part of NIFF's "Second Monday Cinema Series."
House a Filmmaker
POSTED ON March 27, 2008
NIFF is looking for homeowners willing to put up filmmakers for the 2008 festival, June 3 to 8.
NIFF Angel Sponsorship Program
POSTED ON March 14, 2008
The Newport International Film Festival wants you to be a part of our 11th year. By becoming an Angel Sponsor, you become a part of our success.
Spring Fundraiser Features 'Young@Heart'
POSTED ON March 18, 2008
NIFF is pleased to announce that "Young @ Heart," the smash hit documentary from this year's Sundance Film Festival, will screen as part of NIFF's 2008 Spring Fundraiser. Also on tap, a live performance by the films stars.
April 14th 'Second Monday' screening
POSTED ON March 27, 2008
'My Brother is an Only Child' is NIFF's 'Second Monday' screening for April.
NIFF Retains Regan Communications Group
POSTED ON March 20, 2008
NIFF has retained Regan Communications Group in Providence for public and media relations services.
‘Under the Same Moon’ screens March 17
POSTED ON March 3, 2008
'Under the Same Moon' will screen at 7 p.m. on March 17th at the Jane Pickens Theater, as part of the Second Monday Cinema Series.
NIFF Website updates
POSTED ON February 27, 2008
Due to a website redesign and implementation of a new e-commerce system, our online ordering system will be offline until late March.
NIFF Alumni Score Oscars
POSTED ON March 3, 2008
'Shoot' teen film program enrolling now
POSTED ON February 12, 2008
'Shoot,' the teen filmmaking program, is currently enrolling students for its winter/spring semester, which starts Tuesday, Feb. 19th.
Oscar-Nominated Shorts at Feb. 11 'Second Monday'
POSTED ON February 4, 2008
Oscar-Nominated Shorts Program; The 85-minute program consists of five animated shorts, all of which are nominees for this year's Academy Awards
'The Air That I Breathe' screens Jan. 14
POSTED ON December 12, 2007
The Air That I Breathe, a romantic drama/crime film and the directional debut from Korean-American filmmaker Jieho Lee, will screen on Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, in the Newport International Film Festival's Second Monday Cinema Series. The film screens at 7 p.m. at the Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center, 49 Touro St., Newport.
'My Kid Could Paint That' screens Dec. 10
POSTED ON November 27, 2007
My Kid Could Paint That, a documentary about child prodigy painter Marla Olmstead, will screen on Monday, Dec. 10, 7 p.m., at the Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center, as part of the Newport International Film Festival's Second Monday Cinema Series.
Second Monday Cinema Series starts Nov. 12
POSTED ON October 23, 2007
NIFF will screen 'Starting Out in the Evening' on Monday, Nov. 12, at 7 pm at the Jane Pickens Theater.
Film Newport, NIFF's new membership program
POSTED ON October 24, 2007
The Newport International Film Festival is proud to announce its new membership program, Film Newport.
NIFF Award Winners
POSTED ON June 10, 2007
The award-winning films featured at the 10th Annual Newport International Film Festival were announced today at a special ceremony at The Chanler Hotel, Newport. The Senator Claiborne Pell Award for Artistic Vision was also presented to the Newport International Film Festival co-founders Chris Schomer and Nancy Donahoe.
NIFF's Lineup of Shorts, Children’s Program, & Panels
POSTED ON May 18, 2007
Narrative films and documentaries are only part of what makes the Newport International Film Festival a cultural and artistic cinematic experience. A wide range of short films, innovative children’s programming, and lively panel discussions are integral to creating an event that prides itself on featuring many different voices and points of view.
NIFF Announces Lineup of Films with a Broad World View
POSTED ON May 15, 2007
The 10th Annual Newport International Film Festival is pleased to announce an impressive lineup of narrative features and documentaries that will bring thousands of filmmakers, stars, and film lovers to Rhode Island next month.
NIFF Open Call 2007
POSTED ON May 10, 2007
The Newport International Film Festival will once again hold its popular "Open Call" screening during the 2007 festival.
NIFF to Rock with Performances by Up-and-Coming Musicians
POSTED ON May 10, 2007
In addition to screening innovative films about music, the Newport International Film Festival is complimenting its commitment to music-themed films. The independent festival will feature live, happy hour performances June 7, 8, and 9 at the bluhammock Filmmaker and Music Lounge by a trio of up-and-coming musicians ...
Ticket Availability for 'Evening' Screening at NIFF
POSTED ON April 21, 2007
Both closing night screenings of "Evening" have SOLD OUT.
'Evening' to get Rhode Island Premiere at NIFF
POSTED ON April 20, 2007
The Rhode Island Film and TV Office and the Newport International Film Festival have announced a special screening of Focus Features’ "Evening" during the festival on June 9, 2007.
What’s Playing at NIFF This Summer?
POSTED ON March 22, 2007
NIFF's Spring Fundraiser, set for April 20, offers a sneak peek at some of the films coming in June.
Spring Shoe Fashions Preview to benefit NIFF
POSTED ON March 6, 2007
"In Her Shoes," a preview of spring shoe designs, will be held this coming Friday, March 9, at cathers & coyne in Newport. Thirty percent of sales proceeds benefit NIFF.
Newport International Film Festival Says “Play it Again"
POSTED ON January 31, 2007
Sold out films from the Newport International Film Festival will be screened in March with the filmmakers in attendance for a question-and-answer session and reception at the Newport Art Museum.
NIFF 2006 Awards
POSTED ON January 31, 2007
The Road to Guantanamo and The Trials of Darryl Hunt take top honors at 2006 NIFF.
Nolte a scene-setter in City-by-the-Sea
POSTED ON June 13, 2005
Nick Nolte is a Hollywood actor whose heart seems to be with the underdogs - the independent movies that often turn up at festivals. "Festivals like this are all that's left," Nolte said of the Newport International Film Festival. "It's very hard to get these kinds of films made (in Hollywood). The multiplexes have taken over."
A mighty day for McKean: Actor receives film fest award
POSTED ON June 13, 2005
This was a great weekend to be Michael McKean. The Newport International Film Festival honored him with a lifetime achievement award, two of his best friends showed up to celebrate and to rib him a bit and the three filled the Newport Blues Cafe with fans eager to hear music from films such as "This Is Spinal Tap" and "A Mighty Wind."
Newport film festival rises to next level
POSTED ON June 13, 2005
Steven Feinberg, director of the state's Film and Television Office, exulted on his way out of the Newport Blues Cafe on Saturday, where Michael McKean, Harry Shearer and Christopher Guest, stars of "This Is Spinal Tap," had just delighted a packed house. Pumping his fist in the air, Feinberg said, "Now this is a film festival!"
NIFF 2005 Award Winners
POSTED ON September 20, 2005
The Forest for the Trees, The Boys of Baraka, Me and You and Everyone We Know and Mutual Appreciation take top honors.
A 'Seamless' Opening Night
POSTED ON June 9, 2005
NIFF Award Winners - 2004
POSTED ON June 16, 2004
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