After months of organisation and hard-work, the SKFF team will kick off the Festival with the help of a huge audience of film practitioners and movie buffs, tomorrow night at the wonderful Palais Theatre. It will surely be a magical evening, so I asked team members what they're most excited about regarding Melbourne's most exciting Tuesday night this year...
"Anyone who's thinking of going to the iconic Palais tomorrow night, this might be your last ever opportunity to see films there -- because with the quality of the program, we're going to lift the roof off the theatre" - Paul Harris, SKFF Festival Director
"I can't wait for the filmmakers to finally see their films on the big screen" - Adele Denison, SKFF Festival Producer
"Very excited! There's a lot going on, but Opening Night will no doubt will be a highlight of the festival" - Angus Macpherson, SKFF Production Manager
"Excited as I am every year. I love seeing the Palais full and all the anticipation of the week ahead" - Annie Helps, SKFF Marketing
"Super excited! It will be one of the best opening nights yet -- the hype and the buzz this year is great. And we have such a great selection films -- some world premieres too" - Anthoula Ververis, SKFF Ticketing and VIP Manager
"The mixologist, who'll be making daiquiris and the the signature Renault cocktail. Also keen to see the audience reaction to 'Bonnie Doon'." - Paul Shea, Business Development
"Looking forward to the audience's response to the taste of the showcase to come" - Jake Brown, SKFF Festival Administrator
"Seeing everyone dressed up and glamorous" - Sophie Fernandes, SKFF Program Support
"Having the Palais at near-capacity is always a thrill" - Dean Mandaru, SKFF Business Development
We look forward to seeing you dressed to the nines -- I've already dusted off my favourite 'dressy' jacket and am considering brushing my hair -- and being swept away by some of Australia's best new short films. I am actually dizzy with excitement!
Watch this space throughout the week... Will update VERY soon,
"Walk the yellow carpet at the magnificent Palais Theatre as we celebrate the triumphs of our local film industry. Featuring a selection of what's to come for the 2012 St Kilda Film Festival."
OPENING NIGHT -- 7.30pm Tomorrow (!), May 22nd
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