The 20th Annual
Florida Film Festival

Fresh Squeezed Indies

Premieres of the best in cutting-edge current cinema; indulgent experiences in food and film; a blissful mix of industry parties and special events; a star-packed attendee list—this is the 20th annual Florida Film Festival, which takes place over 10 days around Central Florida from April 8 – 17, 2011.

Produced by Enzian, the Florida Film Festival greets its 20th anniversary with a heartfelt salute to its native state and namesake. All things Florida—from Apalachicola to Islamorada, from the Seminole Nation to Walt Disney World, from the black mud of the ‘glades to the fictional peaks of Mt. Dora—all things Florida will be celebrated.

So join us. Celebrate breakthrough filmmaking. Rest, relax, rekindle old friendships, and strike up new ones. Welcome to Florida—and all its flavors.

• FLAVORS OF FLORIDA: Food and Wine Celebrations, Food Films, and Celebrity Chefs
• FLORIDA PERSPECTIVES: Unique points of view on the Sunshine State as well as an entertaining and informative Florida on Film forum
• FABULOUS FLORIDA FILMS
Images of Florida: A Native Tribute, Curated by Scott Foundas. A specially-selected drenched-in-sunshine-and-humidity buffet of unforgettable Florida films, which culminates in Victor in Paradise: An afternoon with Victor Nunez, featuring Ruby in Paradise.
New Florida Films: A brand new narrative feature, two documentaries, and a slew of native-bred shorts.
• FLORIDA FILM FANTASIES Gallery: Florida’s stranger-than-fiction lore and astounding environment have captured the imaginations of filmmakers for decades. Our community members were sought out and encouraged to consider personal experiences or mementos stirred by the Sunshine State. Then they were asked to answer the following questions: What is the name of YOUR Florida movie? What does it look like? A talented handful submitted a personal image and film title that best illustrates the Florida film of their fantasies. Enjoy the gallery of Florida Film Fantasies.

Submit the Florida Film of your Fantasies

Florida’s stranger-than-fiction lore and astounding environment have captured the imaginations of filmmakers for decades.

The list of films shot in the Sunshine State is longer than you’d think, and some–CITIZEN KANE, MIDNIGHT COWBOY, and DONNIE BRASCO–may surprise you.

And what about the films inspired by and set in Florida? From SCARFACE to STRIPTEASE, THE COCOANUTS to CAPE FEAR, ANY GIVEN SUNDAY to ADAPTATION, it is clear that la Florida has served as the muse for a multitude of movies.

Now it’s your turn. Turn you mind’s eye to a personal experience or memento that is stirred by this wondrous state and its varied bounty. How many facets appeal? Which locations call out? When and with whom does the tale unfold?

What is the name of YOUR Florida movie? What does it look like?

Submit a personal photo (the image must belong to you) and film title that best illustrates the Florida film of your fantasies. The Florida Film Festival will compile this scrapbook of ideas and experiences to share online and in print throughout this year’s event!
Click here to view examples!

What is the name of YOUR Florida movie? What does it look like?

**Disclaimer: I agree that I am the sole creator and owner of this image and grant the Florida Film Festival permission to publish it non-commercially. I accept responsibility for this image and will not hold Florida Film Festival accountable for copyright issues associated with it.