Event
They Came to Play - SJIFF3 Film Benefit for the Stockton Symphony
Presented by the SAN JOAQUIN FILM SOCIETY
www.sjiff/festival
3rd San Joaquin International Film Festival - February 19-27, 2010
THEY CAME TO PLAY
91 min | USA | 2009 | Documentary Feature
Directed by Alex Rotaru
- ABOUT THE FILM
Proceeds from this Film Benefit program will support the Stockton Symphony.
THEY CAME TO PLAY chronicles the Fifth International Piano Competition for Outstanding Amateurs, hosted by The Van Cliburn Foundation. Players from all over the world, ranging from self-taught to classically-trained, aged thirty-five to almost eighty, convene in Fort Worth, Texas for a week of intense competition, music and camaraderie. The film the film provides an intimate look into the lives of these colorful, multi-faceted competitors as they strive to balance the demands of work and family with their love of music. Years of dedicated preparation culminate in critical performances before a professional jury and discerning audience during three nerve-wracking elimination rounds.
More info on film: www.sjiff.org/festival/f-play.html
- ABOUT THE FESTIVAL
The San Joaquin International Film Festival (SJIFF), the annual flagship festival of the San Joaquin Film Society and California Central Valley's most prestigious festival of cinema, is: a showcase of new, innovative, and award-winning works from emerging talents and seasoned artists from the Americas and the World. The 3rd San Joaquin International Film Festival takes place February 19-27, 2010 in the homebase of Stockton, along with two days in Modesto. SJIFF will features a bold collection of new films - along with guest filmmakers and luminaries, galas, and programs for all ages.
Festival is open to the public. Most films are in English. Any non-English films will have English subtitles.
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LocationStockton Empire Theatre
1825 Pacific Ave.
Stockton, CA 95204
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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