Ojai Film Festival Reveals Exciting 2024 Schedule
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[Ojai, CA – September 16, 2024]— The Ojai Film Festival (OFF) is thrilled to unveil its official schedule for the 2024 edition, which will run from October 31 to November 4, 2024. The festival, now celebrating its 25th anniversary, continues its tradition of enriching the human spirit through the art of cinema. This year’s lineup features a diverse selection of films, workshops, panels, and events that promise to captivate, educate, and entertain attendees from all walks of life.
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Schedule Overview:
- Friday, November 1: Screenings begin with “The Gray, The Black” and “Water for Life”, followed by the evening feature “Los Frikis” at 7:00 PM. Ending the day with a Mingle and Mix at 9:00 pm.
- Saturday, November 2: Highlights include the documentary “999 – The Forgotten Girls”, “The Italians” by Michelle Danner, and a panel on “Navigating Film Distribution.” The day ends with the Festival Reception at 9pm where filmmakers and attendees enjoy.
- Sunday, November 3: The day kicks off with the Awards Brunch, celebrating the announcement of this year’s winners. Highlights of the day include the CineFemme Slate and NFMLA Diversity screening blocks—both festival partners—as well as the live reading of the Screenplay Competition winner’s script, one of the most anticipated events.
- Monday, November 4: The last day of the festival features “Death Pays Flora a Visit,” “The Cigarette Surfboard,” “Otter Space,” and many more. As well as the revered Gold Coast track, which showcases locally produced films, such as “The Last Rhino”, “Wingwalker”, and “172 Pushups.”
Festival Highlights Include:
- Special Screenings: The highly anticipated documentary “Los Frikis” and narrative feature “The Last Birthday” will be showcased among other standout films.
- Industry Panels: Discussions on “The Business of Filmmaking” and “Navigating the Complex Landscape of Film and TV Distribution” provide valuable insights for both emerging and established filmmakers.
- Student & International Films: Highlights include “A Swim Lesson”, “Tennis, Oranges”, and “Rising Above”, alongside a curated selection of films from around the world that reflect different cultures and perspectives.
- Filmmaker Q&A Sessions and opportunities for direct audience engagement will take place throughout the festival.
“This year’s Ojai Film Festival is set to be a vibrant exploration of diverse stories and global perspectives,” said Katie Guernsey, President. “Our schedule includes an exciting range of films that challenge, inspire, and entertain. We can’t wait for audiences to experience the magic of cinema at OFF.”
Get Your Tickets: Tickets are available now! Don’t miss your chance to experience the magic of the Ojai Film Festival: https://bit.ly/3My3SWU – Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to celebrate the art of filmmaking in the beautiful town of Ojai.
About Ojai Film Festival:
The Ojai Film Festival celebrates the art of cinema and promotes its appreciation through year-round programming and an annual festival of film-related events. Our diverse offering of film screenings, workshops, seminars, tributes, and social gatherings brings artists and audiences together for education, entertainment, conversation, and inspiration.