"From the amazing selection of films ... to the wonderful audiences that came out, I could not have asked for a better time. I'm honored to have been a guest at such a cool festival..."

Howard Ng, Director of The Inquisitive Snail


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Spokane International Film Festival


Entrance to River Park Square
Photo: Kathy Bretz

The 11th Annual Spokane International Film Festival was a great success. Films from over 20 countries, from Austria to Taiwan, Morocco to Russia showed in Spokane February 5 through 15, 2009.

Film lovers filled the theaters to see award-winning features, documentaries, and short films from around the world! Many filmmakers, directors and talent joined us this year for great Q&A and discussions after their films.

A special thanks to all who participated in the Film Festival. We value the volunteers who keep us on track, the sponsors who help make it happen and the film-goers whose interest and passion makes the festival so special.

Mark your calendars - January 28-February 7, 2010

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2009 Awards

The 2009 Festival Awards have been announced!

Audience Choice
Chris and Don: A Love Story
Audience Choice, Short Film
The Inquisitive Snail
Best Feature Film
First Place (tie) - Let the Right One In
First Place (tie) - Revanche
Best Documentary Film
First Place - Chris and Don: A Love Story
Runner-Up - The Wrecking Crew
Best Short Film
First Place - Next Floor
Runner-Up - The Inquisitive Snail
Most Promising Filmmaker
Tao Ruspoli, Fix
Best Northwest Film
First Place - Dry Rain
Runner Up - My Inventions
Congratulations!

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