PASSES NOW ON SALE FOR SOUTHWEST FLORIDA'S PREMIER FILM FESTIVAL - 2003 MARCO ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL

Ranked as "one of the top ten film festival getaways," by national film critic Chris Gore, the 6th Annual Marco Island Film Festival will be held November 5-9, 2003. There is no better way to attend the Marco Island Film Festival than as a passholder. It's the best way to go!

MARCO ISLAND, FL (PRWEB) September 7, 2003 -- Excitement is mounting for the 6th Annual Marco Island Film Festival to be held November 5-9, 2003. This year brings many new and exciting changes to the Festival which recently gained national stature with its ranking as "one of the top ten film festival getaways," by national film critic Chris Gore.

We are thrilled to build upon Marco Island Film Festivals national exposure and success with the launch of World Cinema Naples this upcoming April. Creating a sister festival is a natural evolution of our well-established, successful film festival. This move allows us to expand our base of film festival fans while building our reputation in the industry as a growing, respected "must attend" festival for producers, directors, and celebrities. Both festivals will bring a series of dynamic cultural events to SW Florida. What an intriguing and enriching way to start and end the "season" this year!

In this highly competitive arena, the titles of the films, invited filmmakers, and celebrity guests remain one of our best-kept secrets. With the Festival's reputation for excellent programming special events -- the opening night gala including "Sandals & Cinema", festival tributes, and forums - sell out quickly, so be sure to order your passes now!

Festival passes now on sale! Pay once and see it all, from $125 - $2000

There is no better way to attend the Marco Island Film Festival than as a passholder. Your advance purchase entitles you to priority seating at the theatres, films, and events on a first-come, first-served basis. It's the best way to go!

Don't let the scope of the film festival intimidate you. If you can't afford a festival pass you can purchase film tickets individually on a space available basis after passholders have been seated. Individual event tickets will be on sale October 1, 2003. Don't forget to take advantage of the many events, such as our wildly popular Sandals & Cinema, that are free and open to the public.

Patron Pass -- $2,000 (Includes both Marco Island Film Festival & World Cinema Naples, limited in number)

· 2 Platinum VIP Patron Passes allows priority access to all film screenings (30 minutes prior)
· 2 Tickets to Opening Night VIP Patron & Post Parties
· 2 Tickets to Closing Night Party
· 2 Tickets to Friday Afternoon With...
· 2 Tickets to Friday Night Celebrity Party
· 2 Tickets to Sunday Awards Brunch
· Access to the VIP hospitality tent
· Festival T-shirt & Poster
· Acknowledgement on Festival website and program guide

Platinum Pass -- $1,000 (Includes Marco Island Film Festival only, limited in number)

· 2 Platinum VIP Patron Passes allows priority access to all film screenings (30 minutes prior)
· 2 Tickets to Opening Night Pre & Post Parties
· 2 Tickets to Closing Night Party
· 2 Tickets to Friday Night Celebrity Party
· 2 Tickets to Friday Afternoon with...
· 2 Tickets to Sunday Awards Brunch
· Access to the VIP hospitality tent

Festival Pass -- $250 (Includes Marco Island Film Festival only)

· Provides priority entry to all film screenings up to 30 minutes before showtime pending seat availability
· Provides admission to Panel series @ Art League
· 1 Ticket to Opening Nite Pre-Party
· 15% off Festival Merchandise
· 15% off all Event tickets

Film Screening Pass -- $100 / $75 students

· Provides admission to ALL FESTIVAL FILMS

Friend of the Festival

· Tax deductible donation to support the Festival programs

Passes include: priority tickets and seating, all the latest films, celebrity events, Opening and Closing Parties, & lots of new and exciting surprises.

Support your local film festival - the Marco Island Film Festival is a 501©(3) not-for-profit organization - passes are tax deductible. Call 239-642-3378 to order or visit www.marcoislandfilmfest.com for all the latest information.