Each year, the Sarasota Film Festival honors cinema's greatest stars at The Filmmaker's Tribute Event, the centerpiece of our annual Festival. This year, The Sarasota Opera House plays host as we hand out the awards to our winning filmmakers and directors, as well as pay tribute to a special honoree. The evening features a cocktail party followed by an evening of entertainment, film and conversation that is not to be missed.

This VIP level ticket gives you the best seats in the house (best available at time of purchase), allowing you to enjoy all the action up close! In addition, VIP’s are invited to attend an exclusive cocktail reception starting at 6:00pm.

Steve Buscemi, David Carradine, Illeana Douglas, Norman Jewison, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff, Jon Voight and many others expected to attend.


**HANDICAPPED & BOX SEATS AVAILABLE for this section via the Box Office. Please call 941-366-6200 to order.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail / Night at the Theater

Each year, the Sarasota Film Festival honors cinema's greatest stars at The Filmmaker's Tribute Event, the centerpiece of our annual Festival. This year, The Sarasota Opera House plays host as we hand out the awards to our winning filmmakers and directors, as well as pay tribute to a special honoree. The evening features a cocktail party followed by an evening of entertainment, film and conversation that is not to be missed.

This VIP Box ticket gives you a private box that seats four (4) people at the Sarasota Opera House. These choice seats are located in the orchestra section--allowing you to enjoy all the action up close! In addition, VIP’s are invited to attend an exclusive cocktail reception starting at 6:00pm.

Steve Buscemi, David Carradine, Illeana Douglas, Norman Jewison, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff, Jon Voight and many others expected to attend.


**Suggested Attire: Cocktail / Night at the Theater

Each year, the Sarasota Film Festival honors cinema's greatest stars at The Filmmaker's Tribute Event, the centerpiece of our annual Festival. This year, The Sarasota Opera House plays host as we hand out the awards to our winning filmmakers and directors, as well as pay tribute to a special honoree. The evening features a cocktail party followed by an evening of entertainment, film and conversation that is not to be missed.

This GOLD level ticket gives you seating in the back orchestra section and front balcony section(best available at time of purchase). GOLD level ticket holders are invited to attend an exclusive cocktail reception starting at 6:00pm.

Steve Buscemi, David Carradine, Illeana Douglas, Norman Jewison, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff, Jon Voight and many others expected to attend.

**HANDICAPPED & BOX SEATS AVAILABLE for this section via the Box Office. Please call 941-366-6200 to order.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail / Night at the Theater

Each year, the Sarasota Film Festival honors cinema's greatest stars at The Filmmaker's Tribute Event, the centerpiece of our annual Festival. This year, The Sarasota Opera House plays host as we hand out the awards to our winning filmmakers and directors, as well as pay tribute to a special honoree. The evening features a cocktail party followed by an evening of entertainment, film and conversation that is not to be missed.

This SILVER level ticket gives you seating in the back orchestra section (best available at time of purchase). Doors open at 6:00pm, light refreshments will be served.

Steve Buscemi, David Carradine, Illeana Douglas, Norman Jewison, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff, Jon Voight and many others expected to attend.


**Handicapped seating NOT AVAILABLE for this section.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail / Night at the Theater

Each year, the Sarasota Film Festival honors cinema’s greatest stars at The Filmmaker’s Tribute Event, the centerpiece of our annual Festival. This year, The Sarasota Opera House plays host as we hand out the awards to our winning filmmakers and directors, as well as pay tribute to a special honoree.  The evening features a cocktail party followed by an evening of entertainment, film and conversation that is not to be missed.

This BRONZE level ticket gives you seating in the back balcony section (best available at time of purchase). Doors open at 6:00pm, light refreshments will be served.

Steve Buscemi, David Carradine, Illeana Douglas, Norman Jewison, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff, Jon Voight and many others expected to attend.

**Handicapped seating NOT AVAILABLE for this section.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail / Night at the Theater

Come enjoy the last night of the 2009 Festival in style. VIP tickets give you special admission to the Late Night Wrap Party and exclusive access to a special VIP area of Ceviche. Help us celebrate another successful year at one of the nation's premier festivals!

Steve Buscemi, Illeana Douglas, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff and many others expected to attend.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail

Keep the festival energy going strong throughout the last nights of the Sarasota Film Festival! After an evening of filmmaker tributes and awards, celebrate another successful year of one of Florida's, and one of the nation's, premier festivals. Join the stars one last time at Ceviche to enjoy tasty tapas, cocktails and dance into the night. Make the most out of your festival experience with this exclusive event—for lasting memories until next year!

Steve Buscemi, Illeana Douglas, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff and many others expected to attend.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail

The lush, tropical beauty of the idyllic Marie Selby Botanical Gardens sets the stage for the Sarasota Film Festival to showcase the life and work of our selected honorees. Enjoy an exquisite lunch paired with excellent wines at this bay-front oasis--a perfect day. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Selby Gardens Children's Rainforest Project.

Join us as the Festival honors the 2009 Regal Entertainment Group Career Achievement Award winner Bill Paxton.

**Suggested Attire: Luncheon Chic

When the lights go down in the Michael's On East ballroom, the disco ball goes up! Join the Sarasota Film Festival for a star-studded evening at this favorite high-energy festival event. Dance, disco, dine and mingle with the stars and filmmakers and help celebrate the Festival's cinematic delights. With several open bars featuring classic cocktails and delicious fare—grab your dancing shoes and be prepared for a fantastic night!

Steve Buscemi, David Carradine, Christo and Jeanne-Claude, Illeana Douglas, Norman Jewison, Bill Paxton, Richard Schiff, Jon Voight and many others expected to attend.


**Suggested Attire: Cocktail

The Festival is offering the opportunity for members of the community to donate tickets and "Send a Solider To Opening Night" For each ticket donated, the SFF will "match" with a complimentary ticket for a soldier.  More...

The Festival is offering the opportunity for members of the community to donate tickets and "Send a Solider To Opening Night" For each ticket donated, the SFF will "match" with a complimentary ticket for a soldier. More...

Oren Moverman's THE MESSENGER is a timeless story of brotherhood and service and examines universal themes of hope, redemption and the resilience of the human spirit. The film is a deeply moving tale about the complex and unexpected ways people reach out to one another to gain strength, and offers a unique and inspiring vision that deftly balances strong emotions with humor, compassion and empathy.

The Sarasota Film Festival is proud to present Oren Moverman's THE MESSENGER as our 2009 Opening Night Film.

Oren Moverman, Ben Foster, Woody Harrelson expected to attend. More...

After the Opening Night Film, don't miss your opportunity to mingle with the cast and other luminaries at the Opening Night Gala. Share and enjoy a magical evening filled with music, cocktails and fabulous hors d'oeuvres catered by Michael’s on East, while Sarasota Bay provides the stunning backdrop for dancing under the stars and other spectacular surprises.

Oren Moverman, Ben Foster, Woody Harrelson, Joe Pantoliano expected to attend.

**Suggested Attire: Cocktail More...

Join the Sarasota Film Festival down by the bay this year for a breezy Caribbean-inspired evening. Soak up the swaying palm trees and gentle ocean air while sampling the taste of tropical-style cuisine. Enjoy the festivities and lively party atmosphere--relax and mingle or cha-cha and mambo the night away! This celebration benefits the Sarasota City Parks Foundation and contributes toward the construction of a shade structure for the Bayfront Children's Playground.

Event Chair David "Big Papi" Ortiz of the Boston Red Sox expected to attend.


**Suggested Attire: Carribean Casual

Celebrate youth and cinema at an event to remember! The youthFEST Hollywood Nights Student Cinema Showcase and Gala is sure to be a classic event, complete with red carpet award ceremonies, spotlight paparazzi photography, and more!

**Suggested Attire: Party