Leonard Maltin to Attend the Tacoma Film Festival

PLUS: Major TFF Film and Event Announcements

Legendary film critic and historian Leonard Maltin will be the special guest at next month’s Tacoma Film Festival (October 9-15)! Maltin is one of film’s most recognizable media figures. Most well known for his work on television and as an author, he is also a widely published journalist, film professor at the USC School of Cinematic Arts and a voting member of the National Film Registry (full bio here). Local cinephiles will have two opportunities to meet Maltin throughout the opening weekend of TFF (event descriptions below).

“We’re extremely excited to welcome one of the most accomplished and beloved film critics of our time to Tacoma,” says TFF Laura Marshall. “Almost our entire staff has read at least one of his books and his reviews are read and watched widely by our patrons at The Grand Cinema,” Marshall continues.

“It will be the first time that TFF and The Grand have welcomed a film personality of this prestige to Tacoma and we’re hoping that Leonard will be the first of many,” explains Grand Cinema Executive Director Philip Cowan. “As not only a television personality, but also a critic, historian and scholar of film, Leonard very much embodies the culture of film dialogue, education and exploration that we try to cultivate at both TFF and The Grand.”

Maltin will not be the only visitor to TFF, as dozens of filmmakers will be attending to present and discuss their new films. The over 100 selections are now listed at TacomaFilmFestival.com as well as details about filmmaker discussions, special events and more!

Friday, October 10th: TFF Primetime Friday with Leonard Maltin

Pre-film reception at the TFF Lounge with Leonard Maltin catered by Maxwell’s Restaurant & Lounge followed by a screening of the dramatic thriller The Two Faces of January starring Viggo Mortensen, Kirsten Dunst and Oscar Isaac. Following the film Leonard Maltin will lead an in-theater film discussion. Event Page | Tickets

Saturday, October 11th: Saturday Afternoon with Leonard Maltin Join Leonard Maltin in the Grand Cinema’s lower lobby for an intimate book signing and meet & greet. Only 30 tickets will be sold and will include a signed copy of “Leonard Maltin's 2015 Movie Guide” and admission to the afternoon screening of one of Leonard Maltin’s all-time favorite films, State of the Union (1948). Event Page | Tickets

 

Additional TFF Announcements! 

TFF opening night will feature a star-studded comedy and post-film mixer! TFF will kick off Thursday, October 9th at 7pm with a screening of the highly anticipated romantic comedy Laggies starring Keira Knightley and Sam Rockwell. Acclaimed Director Lynn Shelton is a Seattle native and filmed Laggies in her hometown – making it both a “local” and “major indie” feature film that fans of coming-of-age comedies are sure to enjoy!

Immediately following the screening join filmmakers, festival sponsors, and local cinephiles at the TFF Lounge for the Opening Night Mixer! We’ll enjoy a cash bar and music by a local DJ while celebrating the kick-off of TFF! Event Page | Tickets

 

Early Bird Prices on TFF Punch Cards, VIP Passes and Premier Passes available through September 19!

PUNCH CARD: Grants admission to 10 TFF film screenings (excluding special event screenings).

Early Bird Price: $60 ($75 after September 19) Purchase

VIP PASS: Grants admission to unlimited TFF film screenings, Opening Night and Closing Night Events, official TFF 2014 T-Shirt, and a TFF welcome bag full of merch and film goodies.

Early Bird Price: $100 ($150 after September 19) Purchase

PREMIERE PASS: Includes everything from VIP Pass PLUS admission to TFF Primetime Friday with Leonard Maltin.                                                     

Early Bird Price: $140 ($190 after September 19) Purchase

TFF Addresses and Contacts

The Grand Cinema (& TFF Box Office): 606 S Fawcett, 253.593.4474

TFF  Lounge (site of many #TFF2014 events): 601 St. Helens