Special Events

Friends of the Festival
Oscar Night® America
PBCC Film Series
Auction Items

All events are non-refundable.

Thursday, April 10

Opening Night Film and Party SOLD OUT!!!
Featuring Zak Penn's "The Grand"
An improvisational comedy starring Woody Harrelson, David Cross, Cheryl Hines, Ray Romano, Dennis Farina, Richard Kind and an all-star cast
$75 – Film and Party, free for Platinum and Premiere passholders, credentialed journalists and sponsors
Film – 7:00 pm at Sunrise Cinemas, Mizner Park
Party – Following the film on the Rooftop at Mizner Park

Following the Opening Night Film, stroll up to the Mizner Park rooftop for the party of the year featuring models, martinis, dancing and great food! Enjoy food by Mizner Park restaurants, Marks at the Park, Gigi’s, Max’s Grille, Soba and TruLucks. Sip cocktails courtesy of WineStyles and Palm Beach Proper Vodka. Watch a fashion show of Mizner boutiques, dance to tunes by DJ Jean Mark and enjoy a “powder room” provided by Douglas Cosmetics. Relax in lounges provided by Robb & Stucky and Liberties Books.

April 11-17

Movies…Movies…Movies…
It’s opening day on all screens in all theatres and special screening venues. Showtimes begin at noon and run until 10:00 each evening. Theatre venues are in Delray and Boca Raton with select screenings at various locations north to Jupiter. Catch a screening of a film that you might not have the opportunity to see at your local multiplex. Directors, producers, and talent attend many of these presentations and field questions from the audience, offering an interactive discussion about their careers and body of work. You never know who might show up!

Special Film Sidebars:

“World Showcase of Films – The Middle East”, highlighting films from Israel as well as a special presentation of “Visions of Morocco,” programmed by the Jilil Laguili, General Secretary, Foundation of Marrakech International Film Festival.

“Reels of Rhythm”, featuring music-themed films that cover a wide range of music from rock and disco to jazz, raggaeton and even polka…and more!

“Student Showcase of Films”, honoring the student filmmakers and celebrating the artistic successes they have achieved in this field. PBIFF is pleased to spotlight the talent of our youth and considers this investment in future filmmakers to be one of the most important features of the PBIFF.

“Weekend of Shorts”, which takes place at FAU/DeSantis Center

“Voices of Local Films”, showcasing films from some of the brightest filmmakers in our area.

Friday, April 11

St. Tropez Style Party
10 PM - Midnight
This strictly invitation-only party is in a private home and hosted by Doug Bugie, Nancy Oat and John Oxendine. The St. Tropez style party will include food, cocktails by Palm Beach Proper and swanky music by DJ Jean Marc. If you’d like to attend this exclusive party, buy your Platinum or Premiere Pass now!
Cost: Free. Invitation only. Free for industry, platinum pass and premiere pass holders, credentialed journalists and sponsors. Address will be provided once we receive your RSVP.

Saturday, April 12

The Digital Frontier Seminar
Sponsored by FAU/The DeSantis Center for Motion Picture Industry Studies
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Lynn University/Louis and Anne Green Center

Digital Production
10:00AM – 11:00AM
We’ll look at the different choices surrounding digital production. We’ll discuss everything from equipment to workflow to aesthetics when shooting a digital movie.

Digital Distribution
11:30AM – 1:00PM
Digital distribution is here! But what is it? What are the necessary technical considerations? What is the best route for your film? What is the difference for In-Theatre presentations? We’ll investigate the criteria and strategies of digital distribution available to independent filmmakers.

Weekend of Shorts
Hosted by FAU’s DeSantis Center for Motion Picture Industry Studies
Screenings begin at 12:00 PM
FAU College of Business
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton

Fun Family Films
Noon – 4:00 PM
Cobb Theaters Jupiter 18
Cost: Standard Theatre Admission
First at Noon is "All Roads Lead Home," starring Peter Coyote, Jason London, Peter Boyle and Vivien Cardone, then"The Flyboys" starring Jesse James, Reiley McClendon and Stephen Baldwin.

Grand Gala
7:00PM – Silent Auction and Cocktails
8:00PM – Dinner, Dancing, Awards Presentation
Boca Raton Resort & Club
$1,000 per person. RSVP 561.362.0003
The most glamorous night of the year, join us for the Black Tie Gala and Awards ceremony where we will honor Mickey Rooney, Jason Reitman,Cheryl Hines, Josh Hutcherson and more. Actor Tristan Rogers will host, back by popular demand.

Gala After Party – 11 p.m. to ?
When the Gala is over, no need for the party to end. Join the official Gala After Party, presented by Friends of the Festival and hosted by Opus 5. This late night revelry will include cocktails, light fare and dancing.
Opus 5, Boca Center
Cost: Free

Sunday, April 13

Weekend of Shorts
Hosted by FAU’s DeSantis Center for Motion Picture Industry Studies
Screenings begin at 12:00 PM
FAU College of Business
777 Glades Road, Boca Raton

Pitch It! With Conrad Bachmann
Sponsored by FAU/The Desantis Center for Motion Picture Industry
Studies
10:00 AM - 12 Noon
Lynn University/Louis and Anne Green Center
Conrad Bachmann will give you tips on the art of the pitch. From a sit down meeting with industry pros to a chance encounter in the elevator, he’ll give you the keys to getting people excited and attached to your project.

Special Screening and Q&A
Emmanuel Itier's "The Invocation"
1:00 PM at Advent Lutheran Church
300 East Yamato Road, Boca Raton
This documentary is a quest to look for the notion of "God" around the world, in our daily life and through religion, spirituality, science, history, politics, philosophy and entertainment. The film will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker, along with a Rabbi, Pastor, Greek Orthodox Priest and Veronica de Laurentiis, who appears in the film.

G-Star Studios and School of the Arts Motion Picture Party
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
2030 S. Congress Avenue, West Palm Beach
RSVP: aberry@pbfilm.com
This complimentary event includes live entertainment, hors d'oeuvres and beverages with a stunning backdrop featuring the largest motion picture sound stage in South Florida! Hosted by G-Star Studios and School of the Arts. Co-sponsors: P. B. County Film & Television Commission and the Palm Beach International Film Festival.

Palm Beach Proper Party
Home of Leslie Holvey-Linder
10:00 PM – Midnight
This party is like no other! In a beautiful estate home, get crazy poolside after viewing the film “Crazy,” with this bash featuring Go Go dancers, appetizers and cocktails. This “Palm Beach Proper” party will be most improper and features cocktails by Palm Beach Proper vodka, and music by DJ Jean Marc.
Cost: $50, free for Platinum and Premiere passholders, credentialed journalists and sponsors. Address will be given once RSVP is made.

After Hours 'Happy Hour'
11:00 PM
Delray Marriott Bar
FREE

Monday April 14

Film Financing Production Conference
8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Old School Square/Crest Theatre
FREE
Are you an investor looking to get involved in the film industry? Are you a filmmaker looking for funding? This conference provides an exceptional opportunity to learn how to support or produce small budget, independent films.

Click here for a schedule of the day’s sessions!

Tropical Nights
After Party @ Gigi's Mizner Park following the film.
Enjoy Drink Specials!

Tuesday, April 15

Poolside Chats / 3-D
4:00 PM
Delray Beach Marriott
Join visiting filmmakers for a discussion on 3-D as you cool off poolside.

North County:
CINEMATIC COUTURE RECEPTION
& WORLD PREMIERE OF KEVIN SULLIVAN'S "MAGIC FLUTE DIARIES"
Tuesday, April 15
Reception: 5:00 - 7:00 PM at The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens
Screening: 7:30 PM at Cobb 16, Downtown at the Gardens
$25 Includes Reception and Screening
RSVP: 561.362.0003

Start the evening with a fabulous reception and view the stunning exhibition of more than 40 costumes worn in the movies by such stars as Nicole Kidman, Elizabeth Taylor, Madonna and Johnny Depp. Hosted by The Gardens Mall, with support from Bloomingdale's, Palm Beach Proper, Judith Ripka, MAC Cosmetics, Brio Tuscan Grille, Rosa Mexicano and Too Jay's Gourmet Deli.

Then, head next door to Cobb 16 at Downtown at the Gardens for the World Premiere of “Magic Flute Diaries,” a modern version of Mozart¹s classic opera. Meet celebrated Director Kevin Sullivan and some of the stars of the film at a special Q&A following the screening..

South County: 9 to 11 pm
Pranzo, Mizner Park
Following the Tuesday night films, stroll across the way to Pranzo, one of Boca Raton’s most popular and happening eateries. Cost: $10, free for Platinum and Premiere passholders, credentialed journalists and sponsors.

Wednesday, April 16

Poolside Chats / Screen Actors Guild
4:00 PM
Delray Beach Marriott
Join visiting filmmakers for a discussion on the Screen Actors Guild as you cool off poolside.

*Location Change - Moved from Delux to The Back Room
Music @ The Back Room
10:00 PM - ???
Following the Wednesday night films, go to The Back Room (on Dixie Hwy) for some live music!
Cost: Free

Thursday, April 17

Closing Night Film and It's A Wrap Party!
Featuring Stephen Walker's "Young @ Heart," an inspirational comedy about spirited seniors who specialize in reinterpreting rock, punk and R&B classics, covering songs from The Clash to Coldplay.
$25 - Film and Party
Film – 7:00 PM at Sunrise Cinemas at Mizner Park
Party – Following film at The Addison Restaurant, Boca Raton
End the festival in grand style at the Addison, Boca Raton’s most beautiful and historic restaurant. Just down the street from Mizner Park, guests will gather in the famed courtyard for a final evening of fun. The Addison will provide cocktails and appetizers while guests dance to the tune of RipTide, a popular South Florida band.
Cost: $25, free for Platinum and Premiere passholders, credentialed journalists and sponsors.