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Four
Evenings of Cinema, Celebration and Celebrities
OPENING NIGHT
Thursday, April 17
THE SECRET LIVES OF DENTISTS, directed by Alan Rudolph and starring
Campbell Scott, Hope Davis and Robin Tunney delves into the ordinary
lives of husband-and-wife dentists who are ripped out of their complacency
by boredom, infidelity and Denis Leary. After the curtain closes
on the big screen, join the party at the meticulously restored Beaux-Arts
style Ferry Building, originally built in 1898 and under restoration
for three years. The Film Society will be one of the first groups
to enjoy this stunning San Francisco landmark celebrating Opening
Night of the 46th San Francisco International Film Festival in true
cinematic style. Alan Rudolph, Campbell Scott, Hope Davis, Denis
Leary and Robin Tunney are all confirmed to attend.
Opening Night is sponsored by Sterling Vineyards.
Screening: 7:00 pm, Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street (near
Market)
Party: 9:30 pm - 12:30 am, Ferry Building, at the foot of
Market Street and Embarcadero.
Tickets: $75.00/$70.00
ZOOM! After Hours
Tuesday, April 29
L'AUBERGE ESPAGNOLE directed by Cédrich Klapisch and
starring Romain Duris, Audrey Tautou, Judith Godrèche and
Cecile de France. Barcelona, the city of eternal sun and love, is
the star of this joyous romance with (in a small, but significant
role) Tautou, the star of AMELIE, and set in a chaotic home for
international exchange students. After the film, treat your senses
to an evening of dancing to the seductive sounds of DJ Aykut, drinks
and delectable treats while lounging at San Francisco's newest hot
spot, Whisper. The multiple dance floors, fireside lounge and rooftop
terrace have all the makings for a hot night. Ticket price includes
film, hors d'oeuvres, and two complimentary drinks. Plenty of street
parking.
Sponsored by Crocker Galleria and KPIX.
Screening: 7:00 pm, AMC Kabuki 8 Theatres, 1881 Post Street
(at Fillmore)
Party: 9:30 pm - 12:30 am, dancing continues until 2:00 am,
Whisper, 535 Florida Street
Tickets: $45.00/$40.00
FILM SOCIETY AWARDS NIGHT
Wednesday, April 23
The Film Society Awards Night, San Francisco's very own version
of the Golden Globes, is a magical evening of food and wine featuring
a dramatic awards ceremony. Converge with celebrities, leaders in
the film industry and San Francisco's elite in The Ritz-Carlton's
opulent Ballroom. This prestigious event awards legends of cinema
for their brilliant contribution to the industry and features tributes
from friends and peers. This year Dustin Hoffman will collect the
Peter J. Owens Award, which honors an actor whose work exemplifies
brilliance, independence and integrity, and Robert Altman will be
awarded the Film Society Award for his legendary achievement in
directing. Dance to the music of the Dick Bright Orchestra at this
black tie affair. No cameras please. Film Society Awards Night is
a benefit fundraiser for the San Francisco Film Society.
Dinner and Awards Program: 7:30 pm, The Ritz-Carlton Ballroom,
600 Stockton Street at California
Tickets: Please call 415.561.5005
CLOSING NIGHT
Thursday, May 1
DOPAMINE directed by Mark Decena and starring John Livingston,
Sabrina Lloyd, Rueben Grundy and Bruno Campos. Is it the moonlight,
or just my neurotransmitters? This fresh take on the romantic comedy,
filmed in San Francisco asks: Can love bloom when she believes it's
chemistry and he thinks it's chemical? Regardless, the high continues
as we get behind the scenes with cast and crew, turn down the lights
on No. 46 and frolic at Bimbo's 365 Club - San Francisco's favorite
plush nightspot since the 1930's. Enjoy music, dancing, tastes from
Bay Area restaurateurs and delicious cocktails. Ticket includes
closing night program, film and entry to the party with two drink
tickets, entertainment and hors d'oeuvres at the home of the "Girl
in the Fishbowl."
Sponsored by San Francisco Chronicle.
Screening: 7:00 pm, Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street (near
Market)
Wrap Party: 9:30 pm - 12:00 midnight, Bimbo's 365 Club, 1025
Columbus Avenue
Ticket Price: Film and Party $75/$70
Film only $20/$18
The 46th San Francisco International Film Festival
runs April 17-May 1, 2003 at the AMC Kabuki 8 Theatres "The
Home of the Festival", the Castro Theatre, the Pacific Film
Archive Theater in Berkeley and the CinéArts at Palo Alto
Square in Palo Alto. Advance ticket packages and Festival passes
go on sale beginning February 17. Individual tickets for San Francisco
Film Society members will be available beginning March 25, with
individual tickets for the general public available starting March
31. To purchase tickets and for ticket information log on to www.sffs.org
or call 925-275-9490. The Main Box Office, located in the atrium
of the AMC Kabuki 8 Theatres at 1881 Post Street will open for Film
Society members on March 25 and for the general public on April
1. There will also be a Satellite Box Office at Crocker Galleria,
50 Post Street, second floor, opening on March 26. For up-to-date
Festival information log on to www.sffs.org or call 415-931-FILM.
The 46th San Francisco International Film Festival
(April 17-May 1, 2003) is presented by the San Francisco Film Society,
a nonprofit organization whose goal is to lead in expanding the
knowledge and appreciation of international film art and its artists
by showcasing the most compelling, thought-provoking international
films, special tributes, major restorations and today's brightest
stars.
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