Written by Sande Caplin on . Posted in SRQ Scoop.
One of the benefits of being the website designer for the Sarasota Film Festival is that my team and I get to attend wonderful events and films. Last year, I had the honor of doing a one-on-one interview with actor Jacqueline Bissett. This year, the festival celebrated it’s 25th anniversary. And, what an anniversary it […]
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On Tuesday, March 28th, the Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) honored Emmy Award-winning comedian and television host Jay Leno with the SFF Career Achievement Award. SFF President and Chairman of the Board Mark Famiglio presented Jay Leno with the award following his performance at Saraosta’s Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in recognition of his illustrious career […]
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As spring ascends on Sarasota, thoughts drift to stretched days so we may enjoy this tropical paradise, and warm nights to catch a show or top-notch dinner. Everybody wants to be in Sarasota, just look at the incoming numbers! Beaches, history, architecture, arts… There is so much to love in this city we call home. […]
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The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) announced today the full slate of programming for the 25th anniversary edition of the festival, taking place in-person across Sarasota March 25 through April 2, 2023, with complementary virtual programming to open March 24. The festival is set to open on Saturday, March 25 with a screening of Dawn Porter’s […]
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If you’re a movie lover, then the Sarasota Film Festival is an event that shouldn’t be overlooked. From screenings of new Indie and International films to conversations with renowned filmmakers, the festival has something for everyone. If you’re looking for an opportunity to surround yourself with people who share your passion for film and take […]
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It’s hard to believe that the very first Sarasota Film Festival was held 25 years ago. Over the years there have been so many great films and fabulous Hollywood stars who have attended the event in person. I recently spoke with Film Festival President, Mark Famiglio and he said “this years event is going to […]
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Jacqueline Bisset is a genuine film superstar! I had the opportunity to interview her one on one during the Sarasota Film Festival! It was a special highlight for me. I decided to go off script and just converse with the elegant, charismatic, charming lady. Friday, April 8, 2022 – The Interview We opened the interview […]
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Kenny G was in the SRQ for the premiere of the documentary about him “Listening to Kenny G” by director Penny Lane. He is also on tour, played Van Wezel Performing Arts Center on Tuesday, raced to NYC to attend the 90th Birthday Party of mentor and music mogul, Clive Davis on Wednesday. He came […]
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It’s hard to believe that a little over ten years ago that I received a phone call from Mark Famiglio, President of the Sarasota Film Festival. He wanted to know if my company, Sande Caplin and Associates would be interested in getting involved and managing the festival website. Little did I know that it would […]
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The Sarasota Film Festival (SFF) announced today the full slate of programming for the 24th edition of the festival, which will take place virtually and in-person April 1 through April 10, 2022. “We are thrilled to welcome our film-loving community back to the Sarasota Film Festival to enjoy this year’s robust selection of narrative and […]
Written by Terri Rohde on . Posted in SRQ Scoop.
On April 28, Lee Middle School film student, Liliana Torres, got a wonderful surprise in the form of an email from Paul Ratner, managing director of the Sarasota Film Festival. Her film had been chosen to be shown at this year’s festival and she was invited to attend the live screening. Liliana has been a […]