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17th Annual
SOUTH HAVEN, MI
June 12-15, 2014
On thePicturesque Shores of Lake Michigan!
WATERFRONT FILM FESTIVALWATERFRONT FILM FESTIVAL Named a "TOP 5 FILM FESTIVAL" - SAGIndie, Screen Actors Guild Magazine
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The Waterfront Film Festival unfolds each June in West Michigan. A respected non-profit eventthat has grown to become one of the Midwest’s premier independent film festivals showcasingthe top regional, national and international filmmaking talents.
o Opening night kicks off with an energetic beach party with live musicand outdoor screenings under the stars.
o Over 70 films, each screened twice (often to sell out crowds), over 4 days.
o The entire weekend is filled with unrivaled hospitality for VIP guests, celebrities andevent sponsors.
o Dedicated to hosting Midwest Movie Premiere’s, the Waterfront Film Festival hasquickly become a middle-coast premiere destination.
WaterfrontFilm.org• Local Economic Impact over 4 days for this summertime tradition, injecting an estimated $2 million dollars into the local economy.
• Audience of Thousands travel to and from West Michigan for theFestival, including the area’s of Chicago, Detroit, GrandRapids, Kalamazoo and the greater Midwest region.
• International, National and Regional Media Exposure.
• Enhanced Artistic Merit & Increased Sense of Community Pride.
“The WaterfrontFilm Festival
embodies all thatPure Michigan has to
offer…It has also become animportant economicdriver…attractingnew visitors and
engaging localbusinesses as active
partners in thefestival.”
-Governor RickSnyder
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Economic & Community Impact:
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“One of the most refreshinglylaid back film events in the
country!”-- Detroit Free Press
“Like a laid back Sundance,Great Indie films!”--Chicago Tribune
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“An exceptional line-up!If you like movies, this is the place to be!”
-- Grand Rapids Press
“Top 5 Film Festival”--SAGIndie in Screen Actor’s Guild Magazine
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A Tradition for Discovery…Showcasing hundreds of Midwesternand World Premieres, including:
• Blackfish, Blood Brothers, Queen of Versailles
• Napoleon Dynamite
• Harold and Kumar Go To White Castle
• Academy Award Winner Man on Wire
• Academy Award Winner March of the Penguins
• Academy Award Nominee The Story of the Weeping Camel
• Sundance Grand Jury Winner Primer
And many Michigan Premieres, including:
•Academy Award Winner Born into Brothels
•Academy Award Nominee Winged Migration
•Academy Award Nominee Murderball
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Media Exposure - National & Regional Coverage:
June 11-14, 2015
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SPONSOR PACKAGES FOR ANY BUDGETSPONSOR PACKAGES FOR ANY BUDGET
As a 501(c)3 non-profitorganization, a portion ofyour donation is eligibleas a tax deduction.
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Just a few of our Sponsorship Marketing options…
“Greenlight” a Filmmaker or Film – Connect your brand with the year’s hottest, most talkedabout films at the Festival as a Film Sponsor.
• Over 70 films to select from“Cut & Print” a Venue – With approximately 14,000 people going through our biggestvenue in one weekend, your name will be seen, recognized and appreciated as a VenueSponsor.
• 4 locations serve as host sites for the films“Star of the Show” the Presenting Sponsor – Reach people before, during and after theevent weekend as the Festival’s key supporter.
“The A-List” - Host a special event such as a cocktail party, sunset reception, or publicworkshop with our talented filmmakers and special guests.
Let Us Customize aSponsorship Package for You!
