Frequently Asked Questions

REEL TO REAL presents the best in contemporary international children's cinema to Vancouver audiences. The screening programs include live-action and animated shorts and features from around the world. REEL TO REAL workshops allow children to learn about filmmaking in an interactive, hands-on environment.

Who is the audience?
Children and youth between the ages of 6 and 19 can enjoy REEL TO REAL, with their families, caregivers, and teachers.

Why was REEL TO REAL chosen for the name?
The name REEL TO REAL was chosen because we believe film viewing is an active and interactive experience. When you come to REEL TO REAL you watch a film, discuss it, and participate in a filmmaking activity. Our 1998 Youth Advisory Board chose the name.

DATES & VENUES

What are the dates of REEL TO REAL?
REEL TO REAL runs March 4-8, 2003.

The dates of the School Screenings are
Tuesday, March 4 through Friday, March 7, 2003. There are three programs:
• Reel Focus (for grade 5-7) at the Roundhouse Community Centre
• Take 2 (for grades 8-12) at the Roundhouse Community Centre
• School Matinées (for grades 5-7 or 8-12) at Tinseltown Cinemas

The dates of the Family Film Festival are
March 7-8, 2003 at Tinseltown Cinemas.

Where will the films be screened?
Unless otherwise indicated, all feature film presentations will be shown at the Tinseltown Cinemas on the 3rd Floor of International Village (88 West Pender Street). Theatres are wheelchair accessible.

BOX OFFICE
How do I get a ticket?
Schools can make reservations beginning in early February. For information on the School Program, call our Education Outreach Coordinator from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

Reservations for the Family Film Festival can be made by calling our office.
Tickets can also be purchased at the theatre on the day of the screening.

How much does it cost?
Ticket prices for the Family Film Festival are $5.00 for children and adults accompanying children. The price includes all Reel Activities at International Village. The Opening Night Award Celebration is $7 for children and youth and $10 for adults.

All tickets for the School Matinée Screenings are $3.00 and include study guides.

PROGRAMMING

Who programs REEL TO REAL?
Venay Felton has been the Festival Programmer for the last four years. Her background is in film education. She works with a selection committee composed of parents, educators, filmmakers, and a Youth Advisory Board.

What kinds of films are selected?
We select both Canadian and international films, including live action dramas, documentaries, and animated features and shorts. The films must be of high quality and entertaining to a young audience.

What ages will the films are appropriate for?
The Family Film Festival is aimed at 9-19 year-olds. Age recommendations are in our program guide. The School Program is for students in Grades 5-12.

How will I know which films are appropriate for my child?
Beside each film is indicated the age group or grade level for which the film is intended.

How will you handle subtitles for younger children?
For some Family Film Festival screenings there will be a reader at the non-English language films who will read the subtitles to the audience. This is practiced at many other Festivals around the world and has proven to be very successful. Subtitles will also be read at some of the School Screenings. Please refer to individual films in the Program Guide.

Will the films be introduced?
All the films will be introduced either by REEL TO REAL Director Venay Felton, the director of the film, or another appropriate person who is related to the film.

VOLUNTEERS

Do you need volunteers?
For more information about volunteering, please click here.

March 2 - 11, 2004
Vancouver, Canada

Two venues

Tinseltown Cinemas
88 West Pender Street

and

Roundhouse Community Centre
On Pacific Boulevard
between Drake and Davie Streets

Information Hotline:
604-224-6162

Mailing address:

Reel to Real
International Film Festival
For Youth and Families

c/o National Film Board of Canada
#200-1385 West 8th ave.
Vancouver, B.C.
V6H 3V9
CANADA