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Welcome to the HIFF eNews, our special SPRING Edition! The Hawaii International Film Festival 7th annual SPRING FLING presented by Commercial Data Systems is only days away!! From April 2nd – 8th at the Signature Dole Cannery 18 Theatres, the Spring Fling will showcase 20 films from around the world!

Advance tickets are on sale now at our website, as well as all pertinent information and the full program lineup at www.hiff.org. Get your tickets early because we are expecting sell-outs for many of the shows this year. Although all ticket orders will be honored, HIFF Ohana online ticket orders will be completed first. Therefore, after March 27th, all general public orders will then be processed. For more information on receiving the benefits of being a HIFF Ohana member, such as advance priority ticket sales before the general public, free tickets, and special rates, read the membership information listed at the end of this eNews.

Here are SEVEN HIGHLIGHTS from this year’s HIFF Spring Fling:

TOUCHING THE VOID (USA/UK)
Sponsored by Cades Schutte
This remarkable film deals with the unconquerable human spirit and examines the ties that bind two men when they set off to challenge the extreme landscape of the Peruvian Andes. Beautifully filmed, this retelling of an epic tale of survival takes us places most would never dare visit.
http://www.pathefilms.co.uk/touching_the_void/
April 2, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 6:30pm

WARRIORS OF HEAVEN AND EARTH (China)
A visually ravishing epic tracing the journey of a caravan carrying the sacred remains of the Buddha back to the Imperial City during the Tang Dynasty, this riveting costume drama immortalizes the eternal battle between good and evil and bears all the hallmarks of a modern-day cinematic classic.
http://www.warriors-movie.com/
April 2, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 9:15pm

SUMO EAST & WEST (Hawaii/USA)
This spectacular feature documentary provides a fascinating look in the ancient Japanese sport of sumo wrestling and through the story of local boy Wayne Vierra, a champion in amateur sumo, we find out how Hawai`i changed and challenged sumo wrestling. An amazing film!
http://www.sumoeastandwest.com
April 3, Sunset on the Beach, 6:30pm
April 8, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 6:30pm

LAST SCENE (Japan)
The career of an ambitious young actor named Ken comes to an end when the film studio employing him runs into financial difficulties and a project that was to have launched Ken as a star is put on ice. Twenty years later, an aged Ken returns for his “last scene” in a world where the art of cinema is eclipsed by commercialism. His old passions renews the magic of cinema
in those around him.
http://www.mirovision.com/english/movie/feature_poster.asp?movie_sno=32
April 3, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 6:45pm
April 5, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 8:45pm

KAL HO NAA HO (India)
Naina, an all-business, no-play daughter struggles to keep her financially distressed family together. The unspeakable death of Naina's father hangs over them, leaving her impervious to laughter or love until the wise-cracking, angelic Aman appears. Here, all stars sing, cry, dance and
romance their way through New York City.
http://www.khnhthefilm.com/
April 4, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 3:15pm
April 8, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 6:45pm

HAUTE TENSION (France)
Stylishly, this film tells a horrific and fascinating story that focuses on the girlfriends of Alex and Marie. Marie has invited Alex to her parents’ old farm to escape the bustle of Paris. Of course terrible things are going to happen in the lonely and ghostly house, but who does it and why, remains well hidden for a long time. A cult classic-in-the-making and not for the faint of heart!
http://www.europacorp.com/Film/LigneDeVie/ligne_frames.php?FilmIdx=35
April 4, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 8:45pm

MAGIC KITCHEN (Hong Kong)
Sponsored by Times Supermarket
Torn between two lovers, Yau is at the crossroads between her love life and career. As she’s heading to compete in the King Chef show, a showdown between friends and lovers in Japan spins everything out of control, but therein Yau discovers the key to unlock the family curse to her heart. A delightful romantic comedy!
http://www.magic-kitchen.com/
April 5, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 6:45pm
April 7, Signature Dole Cannery Theatres, 6:30pm

The upcoming XENTOPIA, the largest celebration of Pan Asian Entertainment ever! March 25-April 1 on Waikiki Beach near the Hilton Hawaiian - It will feature 8 days and nights of spectacular concerts, films, fashion shows, games, contests, and much more—and most of the events are FREE! 
For more information, visit http://www.xentopia.com. 

WIN A CHANCE TO MEET THE FILMMAKERS
Want to mix and mingle with the film makers this fall? Here's your chance, HIFF will be selecting 5 winners this year from the eNewsletter list to bring a friend to our annual exclusive HIFF Meet the Filmmaker's party. To sign up, visit www.hiff.org and enter your email address. Of course, you're already on the list if you received this email, but you can always increase your chances by getting your friends interested in independent films to sign up for the HIFF eNewsletter. Who knows maybe you'll be walking the red carpet! 

BECOME A MEMBER: Your support helps enrich, enlighten, educate and entertain our community.

The Hawaii International Film Festival’s (HIFF) exceptional growth could not have been possible without the support of the people of Hawaii. Your membership enables HIFF to be a viable and essential resource to filmmakers, educators, community groups, students and audiences in Hawaii and through out the Pacific Rim.

Become a HIFF member: Receive the Program Guide in the mail, advance film screening and ticketing before the general public plus discounts on tickets for the festival.

Exclusive offer for Gold Members: (2) Two Spring Flash Passes - All movie access and priority seating.

For more information about how to become a member, click on the link and download the PDF at the bottom of the page http://hiff.org/hiff_gen/genpages/frmset_membership.html Or call 528-3456 ext 16.

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