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Thursday, October 22
Opening Night Party
Thursday, October 22
5:00 – 7:00 pm
Roxy Lounge
The Roxy Theater
Kick-off the 12th annual Montana Film Festival with a gathering in the Roxy Lounge ahead of the opening night screenings. Enjoy complimentary drinks, pizza from Biga, and conversation with filmmakers, the MTFF team, and movie lovers!
Food provided by Biga Pizza
Friday, October 23
Filmmaker Brunch
Filmmakers are invited to join the MTFF Staff for a complimentary brunch with other industry professionals at Cambie Taphouse + Coffee.
Note: Brunch is a private, invitation-only event for filmmakers and special guests.
Friday, October 23
MTFF Happy Hour
Friday, October 23
2:00 – 5:00 pm
Roxy Lounge
The Roxy Theater
Drop into the Roxy Lounge before Friday night screenings to grab a snack and drink and chat with other festival goers about last night’s films and what’s next on your schedule.
Food provided by Biga Pizza.
Saturday, October 25
Best Practices for Applying to the Big Sky Film Grant – Business Basics for BSFG (part 1)
Saturday, October 25
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Roxy Theater
Kev Campbell, the Media Incentive and Grant Specialist at the Montana Department of Commerce Film Office provides a thorough overview of the basic business elements required to apply for the Big Sky Film Grant, which likely will be very competitive. A complete application and demonstrated readiness are essential to furthering the application in the grant selection review process. Information will be shared on best practices for completing the grant application as well as conducting business in the state (business structure, registering with the IRS and the Montana Secretary of State’s Office, insurance, accounting, and much more). Both first-time and returning applicants are encouraged to attend.
SUNDAY, October 26
Best Practices for Applying to the Big Sky Film Grant | Elevating the BSFG Application (part 2)
Sunday, October 26
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Roxy Theater
This one-hour session provides a deep diver into the elements of the grant application and builds upon information provided in the Business Basics for BSFG. Presented by Kev Campbell, the Media Incentive and Grant Specialist with special guest filmmaker and two-time BSFG grant recipient Lauren Norby who together will share tips on how to maximize the uniqueness of your project and elevate your competitiveness in the upcoming grant cycle. The focus will be on the sections for project details, budget, funding and the ever important Special Considerations section.
Saturday, October 24
Hip Strip Soiree
Join the MTFF team and the friends you’ve made to celebrate another successful Montana Film Festival! Enjoy complimentary drinks and food from Zeera Pakistani Food Truck.
Food and drinks provided by Zeera Pakistani Food.
