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Film festivals "proliferate" in Possibilty City

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Louisville has always positioned itself as a city of the Arts (anything is possible here, right?) for years, but very seldom has film been included in that conversation. So all of a sudden, we're hosting three film festivals. The concept is ultra hip and there is a nice little hipster scene that might be into sitting in a dark theater to escape reality for an entire weekend. But among the Derby City Film Festival (www.derbycityfilmfest.com), Louisville's International Film Festival (www.louisvillefilmfestival.org), and the Flyover Film Festival (www.louisvillefilm.org) can there possibly be enough profit for these things to prosper and grow? I like movies, but The Naked Gun doesn't exactly qualify as the type of fodder with which these festivals thrive. Nonetheless, I actually HAVE been to screenings at the Derby City Festival and the International Festival (both works were created by personal friends). So I'm curious. How many of you have been to a screening at one or more of these festivals? If you're interested in attending the Derby City Film Festival, scope out the film lineup .

SBFF

I lived in Santa Barbara CA for 6 years, attended and had passes to the Santa Barbara Film Festival (Which is quite popular) and I would have to say that I enjoy them and the buzz the create. And buzz they do create. Louisville is known for an arts scene and would be wise to diversify their portfolio. Hopefully you can get George Clooney or someone to show up and that brings everyone out of the woodwork. Or be the first to "discover' a new talent that gets big. When you have successful film festivals in a city, there is nothing like it !

Why Do you only say 3?

Just Curious for the 5 years I have the Fright Night Film Fest a genere based film festival which has celebrities out the back door and a huge following from all over the world. But you say there is only 3. I am a filmmaker and have submitted to all of the festivals. I'm offended at the way you slight other film festivals. Please get your facts straight or stop reporting.

Apologies

You are correct. I regret the error. I suppose because the 3 festivals to which I refer are attempting to reach a more mainstream audience and are more active in their public relations that they were simply top of mind.

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