This year marks the 22nd anniversary of the New Orleans Film Festival. Since its inception in 1989, it has grown into a prominent and crucial component of the New Orleans cultural landscape. The New Orleans Film Society, a non-profit 501©(3) cultural organization, presents the Festival each year.

The mission of the Film Society is to engage, educate, and inspire through the art of film. Its history and accomplishments speak volumes about the strength and commitment of its dedicated members, volunteers, board, and staff.

The Society presents a diverse range of year-round screenings and film-related events, in addition to the annual New Orleans Film Festival in October: the French Film Festival (July), the New Orleans International Children’s Film Festival (September), and monthly screenings year-round at the Contemporary Arts Center, the Porch 7th Ward Cultural Organization, the New Orleans Museum of Art, Chalmette Movies, and Ashe Cultural Arts Center. The Society is New Orleans’ preeminent vehicle for the exhibition of independent local, national, and international films. The week-long New Orleans Film Festival includes a competitive division, with entries in eight categories (including two for Louisiana filmmakers)—and audience awards. In addition, there is a series of panels and workshops, as well as screenings of curated national and international films.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Jolene Pinder

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
John Desplas

PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Clint Bowie

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR
Sergio Lobo-Navia

BOX OFFICE MANAGER
Monika Baudoin

TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR
Alexander Garcia

HOSPITALITY COORDINATOR
Adrienne Oliver

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Avi Glick

PUBLICIST
The Brylski Company

PHOTOGRAPHER
James Shaw

TECHNICAL ASSOCIATES
Lily Keber
Trey Ledford
Ted Moree
Jonathan Taube
Scott Varnado

THEATER FLOOR MANAGERS
Marlo Barrera
Jessica Chevis
Ashley Brett Chipman
Anne Loos
Skye McDonald
Lindsey Phillips
Melissa Remark
Laura Sullivan
Abi Tyler

POSTER ARTWORK
Meg Turner

PROGRAM GRAPHIC DESIGN
Kelli Binnings
Alison Johnson

FILM FESTIVAL BUMPERS
So It Goes Productions

OFFICE INTERNS
Lindsay Armatis
Danielle Calle
Madelyn Donohue
Anne Loos
Skye McDonald
Melissa Remark

PRESIDENT
Raelynn Tammariello Loop

VICE-PRESIDENTS
Steven Armbruster
Henry Griffin

SECRETARY
Maryann Miller

TREASURER
Adam Marcus

BOARD MEMBERS
Constance J. Balides
Jane Booth
Alexa Georges
Sharon Gillen
Gayle Seybert Gish
Nomita Joshi-Gupta
Johnny King
Sandie McNamara
Karen Solomon

HONORARY BOARD
Susan Brennan
Stephanie Durant
John Goodman
Taylor Hackford
T.G. “Teddy” Solomon

Prytania Theatre
5339 Prytania Street,
New Orleans

The Theatres at Canal Place
333 Canal Street, Third Floor,
New Orleans

Contemporary Arts
Center FESTIVAL HQ
900 Camp Street, New Orleans

Chalmette Movies
8700 West Judge Perez Drive, Suite D, Chalmette

Solomon Victory Theater
at the National WWII Museum
945 Magazine Street,
New Orleans

Louisiana Humanities Center
938 Lafayette Street, New Orleans

Zeitgeist
1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans

Second Line Stages
800 Richard Street,
New Orleans

Harrah’s Theater
8 Canal Street, New Orleans

New Orleans Center for
Creative Arts
800 Chartres Street, New Orleans

Ashé Cultural Arts Center
1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans

NOLA Drive-In
840 Carondelet (at Howard), New Orleans

Café Istanbul
2372 St. Claude Avenue (inside the New Orleans
Healing Center), New Orleans

7th Ward Neighborhood Center
1941 Pauger Street, New Orleans

Rene Brunet, Robert Brunet, Eric Ramstead, Holland Counce and staff: The Prytania Theatre
George Solomon, Brian Jones, Doug Whitford, and staff: The Theatres at Canal Place
Jay Weigel, Merit Shalett, Beth Shippert-Myers, Shelley Middleberg, Nanette Saucier, and staff: Contemporary Arts Center
Ellis Fortinberry, Wendeslaus Schulz, David Sardenga, and staff: Chalmette Movies
Rene Broussard: Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center
Susan Brennan, Kevin Murphy, and staff: Second Line Stages
Edward Buckner, Ylva Rouse, and Lana Mars: the Porch 7th Ward Cultural Organization
Richard Brower and staff: Harrah’s New Orleans
Jeremy Collins and staff: National World War II Museum
Carol Bebelle, Luther Gray, and staff: Ashé Cultural Arts Center
Richard Read, Brian Hammel, Courtney Egan, Paul Werner, Anne Giselson, and staff: NOCCA
Brantley and Keri Bissette: NOLA Drive-In
Mayor Mitch Landrieu and staff: City of New Orleans
Scott Hutcheson: Advisor to the Mayor for Cultural Economy
Chris Stelly, Katharina Spindler, and staff: Louisiana Entertainment
Katherine Williams and Carroll Morton: Film New Orleans
Mark Romig, Jeremy Cooker, and staff: New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corporation
Jennifer Day and staff: New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau
John Schrimpf, James Finn, and staff:
Panavision
Tony Maiorana, Jacky Morgan, and staff: Cineworks
Matt Pelto and staff: VER
Scott Baldwin: Lomography
Kristina Bradford: Whole Foods
Ryan Broussard, Suzanne Parker, and staff: Entertainment Partners
Michael Brown: Kodak
Darrien Michele Gipson and Eliza Hajek: SAG Indie
Phil LoCicero: IATSE Local 478
Courtney McNair: Honest Tea
Diego Martinez: Millennium Studios
Jennifer Mueller and staff: Shweiki Media
Joseph Rosenfeld: Enterprise
Peter Santoro: Fotokem
Beth Ann Brannon: W New Orleans
Christy Parker: Marriott Hotels
Amy Reimer: International House Hotel
Adam Miller: The Columns Hotel
Kirah Haubrich and Wendy Hajjar: The Big Top / 3 Ring Circus Arts Education Center
Diana Chauvin: La Thai
Meg Turner and the Community Printshop
Nick Landry and Jamie Larson: Nicholas Landry Events / NOLA Renaissance
Andre Champagne, Micah Haley, and staff: Scene Magazine
Shanna Forestall and staff: Louisiana Film and Video Magazine
Kate Sarphie and staff: Nola.com
Liz Dunnebacke, Ashley Charbonnet, and staff: NOVAC
Brian Boyles and Jarret Lofstead: The People Say Project
Bryan Bailey: New Orleans Film Alliance
Thomas Kelly and Rip Odebralski: IFN
Buddy Newton, Dionne Boyce, and staff: ENTA
Cheron Brylski and Heather Harper Cazayoux: The Brylski Company
Blake Haney and Ben Hirsch: The Canary Collective
Michael Shoemaker and staff: Purple Monkey
Carol Bidault, Kelli Binnings, Jason Curole, Michael Dunaway, Alison Johnson, Kenny Lass, James Shaw, Terry Scott, Stuart Smith, Jeff Tocci, Wayne Troyer, Aaron Walker, Alex Wiltz, Cameron Wood, Jason Wood, and Courtney Young

Welcome to the 22nd Annual New Orleans Film Festival! 2011 proved to be an incredible year for the New Orleans Film Society and the New Orleans Film Festival. As New Orleans’ profile as an epicenter for film production grows, so does its reputation as a first-class city for film exhibition.

With over 180 stunning films to choose from, there is literally something for everyone in this year’s lineup. Most importantly, our “I Love Louisiana Day” lineup has more than tripled this year, showcasing a larger and more diverse cross-section of indigenous talent. We are also proud to launch a few new exciting initiatives: Keeping{SCORE}, a series of films about music and musicians; OUTtakes, a selection of the most acclaimed LGBT films this year made possible by Harrah’s New Orleans, and a Southern student film pitch competition.

Lastly, thank you to all of the filmmakers, arts leaders, funders, partners, sponsors and of course, the NOFS Board of Directors, for setting the stage for a successful Festival!
Sincerely,
Jolene Pinder
Executive Director, New Orleans Film Society

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Hello and Welcome. The Board of Directors and the Staff of the New Orleans Film Society, welcome you to the 22nd Annual New Orleans Film Festival.  We have experienced an exciting and
unprecedented year of growth beginning with the addition of Executive Director Jolene Pinder, and her infusion of energy into our organization.

With the support of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, we have dramatically increased our year-round programming and expanded our outreach to all corners of the city. This expansion has strengthened our existing partnerships while creating new ones.  

As New Orleans and Louisiana continue to thrive as a center for film production, it is important that we create synergy through focused programming. Our museums, cultural centers, neighborhood associations, venues, year-round sponsors, and local filmmakers, are now partners in our growing film community.

Film Society members continue to be the foundation of our organization and we have more than tripled our membership this year. Our newly formed Producers Circle, established as our base of year-round support, has proven crucial to our sustainability, affording us the opportunity to offer high-quality film experiences.

Thank you for your continued support, allowing us to grow, thrive, and deliver the finest in independent cinema. Welcome, and enjoy the festival!

All the Best,
Raelynn Tammariello Loop
Board President, New Orleans Film Society

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Welcome! It is my pleasure to welcome back the New Orleans Film Festival for its 22nd annual celebration.

The New Orleans Film Festival (NOFF) is continuing its tradition as Louisiana’s
preeminent film event, drawing more than 10,000 attendees each year. Not only is the festival an important economic investment for New Orleans, it is also a major showcase of talent that uses the Crescent City each fall as its backdrop.
During the festival, I hope that many attendees will take some time to visit our historic French Quarter, fine restaurants and entertainment venues and absorb the rich culture that makes New Orleans the most authentic and culturally rich destination in America.
I extend my best wishes for a successful and joyous festival. Have a wonderful stay in New Orleans.

Sincerely,
Mitchell J. Landrieu
Mayor, City of New Orleans