08 Schweitzer Lakedance Events
Film Blocks
Schweitzer Lakedance International Film Festival has the best independent films from around the globe. See all 2008 Film Blocks
Free Sandpoint City Beach Kickoff Film
A free movie for the whole family to enjoy, with seating for a thousand, and an awesome view of Lake Pend Oreille, Schweitzer Mountian, and Sandpoint.
Workshops
Learn from the pros in intensive workshops. 2008 Features Paul Castro, writer of hit 2007 film August Rush, and UCLA Professor of under-graduate and post-graduate screenwriting. See all 2008 Workshops
Industry
Industry professionals gather to discuss what matters most to our industry in 2008 and beyond. See all 2008 Industry events.
Awards
200+ entered. 50+ are screened. Only the best will win the '08 Soaring Eagle Awards. Find out more.
Parties
What's a celebration without a little partying? From mellow to rock, party with us. The 2008 Parties.
VIP Eagle Events
Filmmakers, Sponsors, and VIP's mix at Schweitzer Lakedance. See 2008 VIP Events.
Workshops
Learn from the pros in intensive workshops. 2008 Features Paul Castro, writer of hit 2007 film August Rush, and UCLA Professor of under-graduate and post-graduate screenwriting. Attendees are encouraged to come prepared to learn, ready to take notes and ask questions. Absolutely no video or audio recording will be permitted.
#1 - Screenwriting Essentials
This workshop dives into the importance of film writing openings, dialogue, three-dimensional characters, scene development, and the artist's responsibility in creating visual and visceral stories. If you want to write successful screenplays, you NEED this workshop!
Taught by Paul Castro
Friday, September 12, 2008 @ 10:00AM - 12:30PM
At the Historic Panida Theater Map
$25
#2 - Trading Daydreams For Dollars
Paul Castro will explore the business of the biz-ness. Navigating through the tangled maze of Hollywood and making sense of the artist's journey of trading daydreams for dollars. Learn many of the most common pitfalls, and what you need to know to survive when dealing with producers, agents, and studios. This workshop features much of the same information taught exclusively by Paul to only a few selected UCLA post-graduate students per year.
Taught by Paul Castro
Friday, September 12, 2008 @ 2:30PM - 4:30PM
At the Historic Panida Theater Map
$45
Workshop Combo - #1 & #2 - Plus a free ticket to both Friday Film Blocks
Get this combo ticket to both of the above workshops, plus a ticket to both film blocks Friday night. Note: All attendees who have already purchased their tickets seperately will have their names added to this promotion.
Taught by Paul Castro
Friday, September 12, 2008 @ 10AM - 11PM
At the Historic Panida Theater Map
$70
About Paul Castro
American screenwriter Paul Castro shocked the entertainment world in March 2000 with his daring original screenplay A GIFT FOR MOM about a 16-year old boy's quest to find his mother's rapist and to kill him only to discover what's more important than revenge is forgiveness. He then sold his original screenplay NOISE that was soon to be known as the Warner Bros. hit AUGUST RUSH about a musical prodigy's quest to find the parents he never knew. Paul Graduated #1 from the famed UCLA School of Film, Television, and Digital Media where he scored a three picture million dollar deal three weeks before graduation. Oscar winner Shirley MacLaine called Paul Castro one of the most talented screenwriters she's ever worked with.
industry
Industry professionals gather to discuss what matters most to our industry in 2008 and beyond.
#1 - Meet Your Idaho Filmmakers
Come and have a Laughing Dog Beer as we meet with many of the Idaho filmmakers' whose films will be screened at Schweitzer Lakedance '08, and grab a sneek peek at their entries!
#2 - Schweitzer Lakedance Luncheon
Join us as we honor industry veterans, and hear from working professionals and Schweitzer Lakedance filmmakers on their experiences in the topsy-turvy film and video industry, all while enjoying terrific cuisine from Ivano's Ristorante.
#3 - KNIFVES Luncheon
KNIFVES (Kootenei & North Idaho Film & Video Entertainment Society) welcomes several speakers from the Inland Northwest to discuss and inform about the issues facing Sandpoint, Idaho and the Inland Northwest film and video industry. Price of admission includes lunch. Featured Speakers TBA. Please note - This event IS open to the public, but you must sign up for a FREE account at KNIFVES.org and RSVP for this event. ONLY THOSE WHOM HAVE RSVP'D WILL BE ALLOWED TO ATTEND.
#4 - IFAC Meeting
IFAC (Idaho Film Advisory Committee, the advising group to the Idaho Film Office) hosts their quarterly meeting following the KNIFVES Luncheon. Hear and learn about the strides the State of Idaho is taking to bring and keep meaningful film, video and television opportunities in the the Gem State.
awards
200+ entered. 50+ are screened. Only the best will win the '08 Soaring Eagle Awards.
Soaring Eagle Awards Presentation
The best films in the independent film world are send to Schweitzer Lakedance, and the culmination of the the festival and of these incredible artist's works is the awarding of 15 Soaring Eagle Awards onstage at the Panida Theater. Join us and filmmakers as they receive their deserved award in front of their peers and audience members. AND YOU HAVE THE FINAL SAY! As an audience member you have the chance to vote on the esteemed Audience Eagle Award for best feature film. The highest average vote wins and will be awarded onstage!
Parties
What's a celebration without a little partying? From mellow to rock, party with us.
#1 - Post Awards Party - Stage Right Cellars
(21 and over) Join us for some wine, cheese, snacks and beer at Stage Right Cellars. Entertainment will be live music TBA. Who knows you might just get a chance to hang out with a winning filmmaker or hold a Soaring Eagle Award!
#2 - Post Awards Party - Downtown Crossing
(21 and over) The music rocks and the dance floor is filled as we send off the '08 Schweitzer Lakedance with a BANG!
VIP Eagle Events
Filmmakers, Sponsors, and VIP's mix at Schweitzer Lakedance.
Soaring Eagle VIP Lounge
Open from Wednesday, September 10 to Saturday, September 13, a central place to meet, mix, discuss, and enjoy Schweitzer Lakedance in private. Enjoy a glass of wine or beer from Stage Right Cellars, snacks and drinks at parties, and special events here.
Soaring Eagle VIP Lake Cruises
Friday the 12th and Saturday the 13th, VIP's of Lakedance will enjoy a terrific hour cruise aboard the Shawnodese, with Lake Pend Oreille Cruises team of Linda and Curtis Mitchell. A great chance to see Schweitzer, Sandpoint, and the rest of the surrounding area the way it should be seen - from the water.
VIP Parties & Mixers
Several VIP Parties and Mixers are held during Schweitzer Lakedance. Please see your VIP Guide for more details.
