Gig Harbor Film Festival: Art in Motion

The Gig Harbor Film Festival (GHFF) is excited to be back for another four-day run on September 21-24, 2023! The Uptown Galaxy Theatres in Gig Harbor will be showcasing this world-class, boutique film festival experience for local and visiting fans of independent film.

The expanded festival now includes five screens and features over 80 indie films showcasing a blend of feature length and shorts, animation, documentaries, and Made in Washington films. Many films will have a Q&A session post-screening so you can meet the director and creative team and learn more about your new favorite film.

For Opening Night on September 21, the curtain will rise on East of the Mountains, filmed in the Eastern Washington wilderness. World-renown and respected actor Tom Skerritt will be attending and leading the Q&A post-screening for VIP Passholders. Mr. Skerritt has appeared in over 40 films (Top Gun) and believes this drama is one of the masterpieces of his career.

In addition to the films (most shown twice) there are multiple lively events throughout the festival. The highlight every year is the Meet the Filmmakers Party held at a stunning waterfront estate in Gig Harbor.

To attend the GHFF, there are two purchase options: (1) VIP Passes include full access and priority seating to all events and screenings ($375) and, (2) General Admission Passes cover screenings September 22-24 and will be sold at the Galaxy Theatres beginning August 1 ($50 in-person only).

In addition to the yearly festival, the GHFF invites the local community to enjoy Monday Movie Nights at 6:30pm the last Monday of each month at the Galaxy. (Tickets can be purchased on their website.)

Whether it’s a one-night showing on Monday or the four-day festival, the GHFF is all about cultivating a sense of community and joining together to experience cinematic stories. Come see why the GHFF remains one of the Top 100 Best Reviewed Festivals in the world by FilmFreeway. (Very impressive considering there are over 12,000 festivals in the world!)

See you at the movies!

vPAMELA HOLT

Gig Harbor Film Festival gigharborfilm.org

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