Festival Data:

• Established: 2000
• Genre: General

• Competitive

Festival Website:

Festival Description:

The Maui Film Festival takes place at the Wailea Resort and at the state-of-the-art Maui & Arts & Cultural Center in Kahului. A signature feature of the festival is its under-the-stars Celestial Cinema, an open air, Dolby Digital equipped outdoor theater, with a 50-foot wide screen located at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course.

In addition to the Celestial Cinema, The Maui Film Festival offers four other distinct venues for attendees to enjoy.  Additional outdoor venues are the oceanside SandDance Theatre on Wailea Beach, below the Four Seasons Resort and The Maui SkyDome on the rooftop of the Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.  Indoor screenings take place at The Castle Theater and the McCoy Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC) in Kahului.

Maui Film Festival hosts the Wailea’s Intimate Conversations and Tributes which will give out the following festival awards include:

The Maverick Award which honors a film artist for their commitment to making movies that matter and their efforts to work for both environmental justice and the triumph for all Life on Earth.

The Navigator Award which honors a film artist for carving a path of distinction through the turbulent waters of the entertainment industry without sacrificing their fundamental commitment to excellence. Past recipients include William Hurt and Greg Kinnear.

The Galaxy Award which honors a film artist whose ongoing delivery of star-making performances forever guarantees a spotlight in the constellation of cinematic stardom. Past recipients include Joan Allen and Dennis Quaid.

The Nova Award honors a film artist who’s stunningly original and seamless performances consistently infuse each character they play with unique insight and wisdom. Past recipients include Claire Danes and Felicity Huffman.

Film Submissions:

• Call for Entry: http:/ / www.mauifilmfestival.com/ mffw_submissions.php