Events Film Festival
february
24feb8:00 pm11:59 pmGCUFF 2019 Oscars Watch PartyEvents:Film Festival,Special Event

Time
(Sunday) 8:00 pm - 11:59 pm EST
Event Details
The Fashion. The Stars. The Films. Come mix and mingle with the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) as we take in the 91st Academy Awards. Join GCUFF staff and
Event Details
The Fashion. The Stars. The Films. Come mix and mingle with the Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festival (GCUFF) as we take in the 91st Academy Awards. Join GCUFF staff and volunteers to watch this annual celebration of film with an evening of music and fun at Elite Bistro in Cleveland Heights Ohio
Ceremony begins at 8:00pm, with music provided by DJ Mark Who?
Light refreshments will be served.
Organizer
Greater Cleveland Urban Film Festivalinfo@gcuff.org 11802 Buckeye Road, Cleveland OH 44120
Elite Bistro2195 Lee Rd.
march
01marAll Day03Short. Sweet. Film FestEvents:Film Festival

Time
march 1 (Friday) - 3 (Sunday) EST
Event Details
In today’s film climate it is hard to showcase short films. Many festivals only care about features and it seems like this art is dwindling to silly videos about kittens
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In today’s film climate it is hard to showcase short films. Many festivals only care about features and it seems like this art is dwindling to silly videos about kittens on the internet. Even though we love kittens (who doesn’t?) here at the Short. Sweet. Film Fest., we love short films (heck, short is even in our title).
With seven festivals under our belt, our goal for our eighth annual film festival is to showcase films under 30 minutes to the growing art scene in the greater Cleveland area and highlight the works of student filmmakers across the country. We are looking for the best short films locally, nationally, and internationally. So send them our way!
Our festival will take place in the Alex Theater at the Metropolitan at the 9 hotel in the heart of downtown Cleveland. Filmmakers and patrons can stay at the hotel at a discounted rate and enjoy food and beverages throughout the festival.
Alex Theater at the 92017 East 9th StAlex Theater is an exciting entertaining destination, our intimate setting has our guests enjoying the events up close and personal. Featuring high-definition audiovisuals and incredibly comfortable seating, this inventive indoor theater is a unique stage. GATHER AND ENJOY LIVE MUSIC AND PERFORMANCES, INDEPENDENT FILMS, SPORTS GAMES AND SPECIAL BUSINESS EVENTS. Address The 9 - Level 2 2017 E. 9th Street Cleveland, OH 44115 216.331.6309
02mar2:15 pm3:00 pm"Evangeline" and "The Roberring" Script ReadingEvents:Film Festival,Special Event

Time
(Saturday) 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Event Details
Part of this year's Short. Sweet. Film Fest. ***Free and Open to the Public!*** Table reading of the Outstanding Screenplay, “Evangeline” by Corey Kloos and Honorable Mention Screenplay, “The Robbering” by
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Part of this year’s Short. Sweet. Film Fest.
***Free and Open to the Public!***
Table reading of the Outstanding Screenplay, “Evangeline” by Corey Kloos and Honorable Mention Screenplay, “The Robbering” by Tom Miller. Both will be directed by Brian Bowers of Gorilla Film School
Metropolitan at the 9, Autograph Collection2017 East 9th StArt, history and luxury blend seamlessly at our iconic downtown Cleveland hotel, a masterpiece of style and technology. Over 20,000sq.ft of unique event space for corporate meetings, celebrations and entertainment
03mar2:40 pm3:25 pm"Concealed Carry" Script ReadingEvents:Film Festival,Special Event

Time
(Sunday) 2:40 pm - 3:25 pm EST
Event Details
Part of this year's Short. Sweet. Film Fest. ***Free and Open to the Public!*** Table reading of the Best Screenplay, “Concealed Carry” by Chet Hertz. The table reading will be directed
Event Details
Part of this year’s Short. Sweet. Film Fest.
***Free and Open to the Public!***
Table reading of the Best Screenplay, “Concealed Carry” by Chet Hertz. The table reading will be directed by Brian Bowers of Gorilla Film School
Metropolitan at the 9, Autograph Collection2017 East 9th StArt, history and luxury blend seamlessly at our iconic downtown Cleveland hotel, a masterpiece of style and technology. Over 20,000sq.ft of unique event space for corporate meetings, celebrations and entertainment
03mar5:40 pm6:10 pmSeminar: What Makes a Good Short Film?Events:Film Festival,Workshop/Education

Time
(Sunday) 5:40 pm - 6:10 pm EST
Event Details
Part of this year's Short. Sweet. Film Fest. ***Free and Open to the Public!*** Brian Bowers of Gorilla Film School will give you insight into what makes a great short film from
Event Details
Part of this year’s Short. Sweet. Film Fest.
***Free and Open to the Public!***
Brian Bowers of Gorilla Film School will give you insight into what makes a great short film from his years of experience watching, making, and hosting short films.
Metropolitan at the 9, Autograph Collection2017 East 9th StArt, history and luxury blend seamlessly at our iconic downtown Cleveland hotel, a masterpiece of style and technology. Over 20,000sq.ft of unique event space for corporate meetings, celebrations and entertainment

Time
(Monday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST
Event Details
CIFF43 Program Guides will be hot off the press on Monday, March 4th. To celebrate, that evening we’re holding simultaneous casual come-and-go events – one on the west side and
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CIFF43 Program Guides will be hot off the press on Monday, March 4th. To celebrate, that evening we’re holding simultaneous casual come-and-go events – one on the west side and one on the east side – from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM so you can Get the Scoop!
Join us at the Cuyahoga County Public Library’s South Euclid-Lyndhurst branch (1876 S Green Rd / South Euclid / 44121) where you can pick up a #CIFF43 Program Guide. And, thanks to our friends at Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream, you can also get a coupon for a free scoop of ice cream which will be served at the library! All while supplies last.
Or, join us at our west side Get the Scoop event, which will be held at Mitchell’s Homemade Ice Cream’s headquarters in Ohio City: https://bit.ly/2TzKCuH
Organizer
Cleveland International Film Festivalcfs@clevelandfilm.org 2510 Market Ave Cleveland, OH 44113-3434
South Euclid Lyndhurst Public Library1876 South Green Rd.
27marAll Day07apr43rd Annual Cleveland International Film FestivalEvents:Film Festival

Time
March 27 (Wednesday) - April 7 (Sunday) EST
Event Details
The 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival will be held March 27 - April 7, 2019 at Tower City Cinemas in Cleveland, Ohio. In April 2018 at the 42nd CIFF, Ohio's premier
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The 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival will be held March 27 – April 7, 2019 at Tower City Cinemas in Cleveland, Ohio.
In April 2018 at the 42nd CIFF, Ohio’s premier film event featured 469 films originating from 72 countries and an attendance of 105,656 film-lovers – making CIFF one of the largest and longest running regional film festivals in the US.
CIFF is one of the few Academy Award® qualifying festivals in the world for all three categories of short films – live action, animated, and documentary. CIFF is also one of the only festivals that continues to provide written feedback from our selection committee for every film that is officially submitted. This past year, CIFF gave cash awards totaling nearly $130,000 to the winning filmmakers of 30 different competitions.
“The Cleveland International Film Festival may very well be the best kept secret in the festival world. No red carpets, no photo calls. And yet they somehow manage to pack theaters for several screenings in a row. Plus they make it easy for you to watch films, they offer food and drinks around the clock, and everyone goes out of their way to assist you with anything you might need. No one is stressed or arrogant or ignorant, everyone is in good moods and sincerely friendly, sharp, and efficient. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone – in today’s world, almost unbelievable. It’s a well-oiled machine dedicated to cinema, made of an army of caring humans.”
– Christina Kallas, Director, THE RAINBOW EXPERIMENT
“The Cleveland International Film Festival was a remarkable event, truly hospitable and a beautifully wide, eclectic mix of strong films. But most impressive for me were the audiences – regular viewers, not industry, there for one reason only: because they love film. You could really feel that.”
– Thomas Lennon, Director, SACRED
“We tell stories to connect and inspire one another. CIFF took the stories from the screens to the community to allow people to take action together to change the world. It’s the ultimate reward for filmmakers to see their work go from screens to the community. This is the love and community that every filmmaker, artist, and activist needs to have behind them.”
– Apo W. Bazidi, Director, RESISTANCE IS LIFE
Organizer
Cleveland International Film Festivalcfs@clevelandfilm.org 2510 Market Ave Cleveland, OH 44113-3434
Tower City Cinemas230 W Huron Rd #7256The only multiplex in downtown Cleveland and home to the Cleveland International Film Festival.
april
27marAll Day07apr43rd Annual Cleveland International Film FestivalEvents:Film Festival

Time
March 27 (Wednesday) - April 7 (Sunday) EST
Event Details
The 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival will be held March 27 - April 7, 2019 at Tower City Cinemas in Cleveland, Ohio. In April 2018 at the 42nd CIFF, Ohio's premier
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Event Details
The 43rd Cleveland International Film Festival will be held March 27 – April 7, 2019 at Tower City Cinemas in Cleveland, Ohio.
In April 2018 at the 42nd CIFF, Ohio’s premier film event featured 469 films originating from 72 countries and an attendance of 105,656 film-lovers – making CIFF one of the largest and longest running regional film festivals in the US.
CIFF is one of the few Academy Award® qualifying festivals in the world for all three categories of short films – live action, animated, and documentary. CIFF is also one of the only festivals that continues to provide written feedback from our selection committee for every film that is officially submitted. This past year, CIFF gave cash awards totaling nearly $130,000 to the winning filmmakers of 30 different competitions.
“The Cleveland International Film Festival may very well be the best kept secret in the festival world. No red carpets, no photo calls. And yet they somehow manage to pack theaters for several screenings in a row. Plus they make it easy for you to watch films, they offer food and drinks around the clock, and everyone goes out of their way to assist you with anything you might need. No one is stressed or arrogant or ignorant, everyone is in good moods and sincerely friendly, sharp, and efficient. And when I say everyone, I mean everyone – in today’s world, almost unbelievable. It’s a well-oiled machine dedicated to cinema, made of an army of caring humans.”
– Christina Kallas, Director, THE RAINBOW EXPERIMENT
“The Cleveland International Film Festival was a remarkable event, truly hospitable and a beautifully wide, eclectic mix of strong films. But most impressive for me were the audiences – regular viewers, not industry, there for one reason only: because they love film. You could really feel that.”
– Thomas Lennon, Director, SACRED
“We tell stories to connect and inspire one another. CIFF took the stories from the screens to the community to allow people to take action together to change the world. It’s the ultimate reward for filmmakers to see their work go from screens to the community. This is the love and community that every filmmaker, artist, and activist needs to have behind them.”
– Apo W. Bazidi, Director, RESISTANCE IS LIFE
Organizer
Cleveland International Film Festivalcfs@clevelandfilm.org 2510 Market Ave Cleveland, OH 44113-3434
Tower City Cinemas230 W Huron Rd #7256The only multiplex in downtown Cleveland and home to the Cleveland International Film Festival.
26aprAll Day28Canton Film FestEvents:Film Festival

Time
april 26 (Friday) - 28 (Sunday) EST
Event Details
This year's short film fest includes a special preview night on Friday night, 6 blocks of film on Saturday - Family Films, Documentary, Drama, Comedy, Animation & Horror / Sci
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This year’s short film fest includes a special preview night on Friday night, 6 blocks of film on Saturday – Family Films, Documentary, Drama, Comedy, Animation & Horror / Sci Fi. The closing night on Sunday night will feature the BEST OF THE FEST – 7 short films chosen by audiences competing for a juried grand prize. This festival focuses on connecting up-and-coming directors with passionate audiences.
Sponsored in part by Visit Canton and ArtsinStark
Schedule
Friday, April 26, 2019
Saturday, April 27, 2019
Sunday, April 28, 2019
Canton Palace Theatre605 Market Ave NThe Canton Palace Theatre serves as both the literal and figurative cornerstone of the Downtown Canton Arts District. A vital multi-purpose entertainment facility, its marquee burns brightly sixty feet above Market Avenue, welcoming you to enter its grand foyer and become a part of Canton's nostalgic past. Hosting over 300 events (movies, concerts, comedy shows, dance performances, wedding ceremonies and receptions, private parties, fundraisers, etc.) a year, with an attendance of over 100,000 guests, the Palace strives to be an important part of Canton's future. Twitter: CantonPalaceTHR Instagram: Cantonpalacetheatre YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/CantonPalaceTheatre/feed
june

Time
june 6 (Thursday) - 9 (Sunday) EST
Event Details
The International Horror Hotel Film Festival and Convention is held every June in Northeast Ohio. We have yearly competitions for films, scripts and music videos in the following genres: fantasy,
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The International Horror Hotel Film Festival and Convention is held every June in Northeast Ohio. We have yearly competitions for films, scripts and music videos in the following genres: fantasy, horror, horror-comedy, slasher, sci-fi and suspense-thriller, documentary (film only), and experimental (film only), as well as a yearly horror film scoring competition. At the event, we also have live scream queen and FX makeup competitions.
The event features four days of film screenings, two days of panel discussions and lectures, a convention, special guests, networking parties, live competitions and more.
Planning to attend from out of town, or just looking to stay at the hotel for the duration of the event? The Norwood Inn offers a special discounted group rate for our attendees. Book your reservation directly by calling the hotel at+1 (330) 653-9191 and saying you are with HORROR HOTEL. There is a limited block of rooms available at this rate for our attendees. Booking early ensures reservations are still available.
Norwood Inn Hudson Conference Center6625 Dean Memorial ParkwayGet together at our Norwood Inn Hudson – Akron North hotel and make the most of your time with friends, family and colleagues. We’re conveniently located at the intersection of the Ohio Turnpike (I-80) and State Route 8 (Exit 180) between Cleveland and Akron near Cuyahoga Valley National Park. You’ll find plenty of other local sites, activites and attractions to explore near our Hudson conference center hotel, including the Northfield Park Raceway and: Blossom Music Center Hard Rock Rocksino Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad First and Main (Historic Downtown Hudson) Wildwater Kingdom You can also easily get to Interstate 271 and more. We have the convenient and affordable accommodations that make all of your business and social gatherings possible, such as our Cruisers Bar and Grill restaurant and a business center, plus: Free WiFi Indoor pool, hot tub and sauna Exercise room