Behind the Scenes - Film Fest Adds Twists
As people settle into the lond days of winter after the holidays, out of no where, like a bolt excitement, comes the Muskegon Film Fest. While the weather, as last year’s blizzard weekend attests to, can be unpredictable, it is sure to be warm and cozy inside the Frauenthal where artsy and innovative films will be screened. Main Street chatted with Sarah Rooks, one of the organizers, to hear what was new this year, and why everyone should be shoveling a path to this year’s Muskegon Film Fest.
MS: What is it about Film Fest that makes us all feel proud to have such a cool event downtown Muskegon? 
SR: It’s always a good feeling when so many volunteers, sponsors and partners come together to create an event like the Muskegon Film Festival. We are proud to showcase the downtown as well as the talent of the various film makers - so many of which have ties to Western Michigan. We really think that being able to present films in the Historuic Frauenthal Theater is an amazing gift...and being able to watch them at the FCPA is a real treat. We appreciate the way the community has really rallied behind us to put together the festival. We feel that it is just one more event that brings first class entertainment to downtown.
MS: What are the nuts and bolts of Film Fest that will be easily remembered by past patrons?
SR:. A wide variety of films you won’t normally get to see anywhere, shown in a beautiful setting.
MS: And the new twists? 
SR: In an effort to keep the Film Festival fresh we have added a few fun elements. A kick – off party is scheduled for Thursday, January 31st at 8:00pm. The party takes place live on the Frauenthal stage and will feature - “La Famiglia” as well renowned artist Bryan Barnes of Broadside Art. Bryan will create an original piece of art that will be raffled off at the show. Also new this year is a free film. We feel that films should be enjoyed by everyone so as a token of our appreciation we are showing “Napoleon Dynamite” hosted by Tracy Lorenz and the Winter Sports complex on Saturday, February 2nd at 1pm. Admission to the movie is free but a donation to the Winter Sports Complex is welcomed and appreciated.
MS: Still partnering with the Jaycees and the Snowfest?
SR:. We’re really flattered by the support they’ve given us this year. This year we are happy to be hosting the Battle of the Bowls and think it will add to the experience of those coming to the festival. We think the activities of Snowfest really compliment what we have going on, and we look forward to an incredible weekend.
We really like having the community involved in the Film Festival and in addition to the Jaycees we are also partnering with the LST 393, Spotlight Nightclub, and Muskegon Mainstreet. We feel very fortunate to have the support of these organizations/businesses.
MS: Well, it’s a great event that highlights some of the best in the creativity of the Muskegon area so thanks. . . .
SR:. You are welcome. Thanks for the support! We look forward to a great 2008 Film Festival. Please visit our website at www.muskegonfilmfestival.com for more event details.
Check it out on the web
Muskegon Film Fest
Napoleon Dynamite Flyer
Kick Off Party Flyer
www.broadsideart.com
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