Powell River Film Festival

Patricia Theatre Forever!

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Bottom line deadline extended we still need your help!

Many have asked where we stand in relation to our fundraising and the amount needed to purchase the theatre. We have a big ask with the Community Forest for support in the purchase of the theatre we hope to hear back from them in May sometime. We also have as close to confirmation as we can get at the moment, that if we have that funding in place, the FCU will approve us to carry the mortgage. Regarding funds raised from the community since we began with our Patch the Roof ...campaign in the fall of 2019, more than $50,000 dollars has been donated. This is amazing! The people of Powell River and points beyond really love the historic Patricia Theatre and want to see it continue. Thank you everyone for all your help. There are lots of challenges ahead in restoring and maintaining a heritage building like the Pat, and the Powell River Film Society wants you to know that we are doing everything we can to weather this storm and preserve this jewel for generations to come. Every donation counts! See more

Thank you, Rio Movie Theatre for championing our cause!

Last call for Early Bird pricing for our in-theatre Film Festival passes! 3 more days to save $20/$15, BUY NOW, before December 31st. Visit our website for the full festival line-up: https://www.prfilmfestival.ca/films/

The 20th Annual Powell River Film Festival line-up is growing! Percy starring Christopher Walken, Zappa featuring Frank Zappa, Falling directed by Viggio Mortensen, Monkey Beach based on the book by the same name, The New Corporation, The Magnitude of All Things, The Story of Plastic & MORE. This is the last few weeks to get your Early Bird Passes - $80 Adults, $65 Seniors. Visit www.prfilmfestival.ca for trailers, reviews and to purchase online, or come to our kiosk at Town Centre on Friday and Saturday 12pm-4pm.

The 2021 edition of our Annual 5-Minute Film Contest is now open to Youth 15 24! With $800 in prizes! Have fun and make some $$ over the holidays. Details at https://www.prfilmfestival.ca/5-minute-film-contest/

Want FREE tickets for the Powell River Film Festival? You can volunteer with us! For every 2 hours, you will receive 1 free online film ticket, 12 shifts will get you a full pass. We are currently looking for volunteers to work at our kiosk in Town Centre on Fridays and Saturdays 12pm-4pm. Sign-up today! https://signup.com/go/vUhbUGU

Some background on the Film Society and plans for this year.

Join us for the 20th Annual Powell River Film Festival, February 5 - 16, 2021 at the historic Patricia Theatre in Townsite. Our COVID-19 safe "Bistro Seating layout limits theatre seating to 50, gives you a reserved private seat, and the opportunity to bring your own seat cover, blanket and pillow. Make yourself at home for the entire festival while being served by our volunteers, and enjoying the big screen and professional audio experience that only a theatre can offer. ...Early Bird Passes are available until December 31st only, $80 Adult, $65 Senior ($20/$15 savings). Buy now on our website or at our kiosk in Town Centre on Fridays and Saturdays 12pm-4pm. A perfect Christmas gift for the film buffs and hard to shop for people on your list! Visit www.prfilmfestival.ca for details on the changes this year.

We've got you covered! With the latest Covid-19 restrictions in BC, we are planning ahead to make sure you can still view the film festival no matter what. If we aren't able to host an in-theatre experience or if you prefer to watch the films from the comfort of your home, our festival will be available online. In case of ongoing restrictions, theatre passes will be transferred to online passes or refunds will be available. The online festival option for tickets and passes will be live in January. Look for updates on our website at www.prfilmfestival.ca We will continue to provide the high quality, curated film festival experience you've come to know and love for 2021.

The Powell River Film Society's Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at 11:30am via Zoom. If you would like to attend the AGM, email [email protected] for the link.

Our in-theatre film festival passes are selling fast! The evening passes are almost sold out - only 6 left for sale. If you want to save money, Early Bird passes are only available until December 31st. Online festival information and passes coming in the New Year. Come buy your pass at our kiosk in Town Centre Mall near Canada Post 12pm - 4pm today. The perfect gift for the film buffs and hard to buy for people on your list!

Required local viewing!

Tonight the third of our featured films at the PRFF Youth Festival. In honour of tomorrow's International Woman's Day we are screening Woman at War, preceded by the short My Time. And as an extra special bonus, local wordsmith and powerhouse Rin Innes will be opening the night with some spoken word offerings. It all starts at 7pm tonight at the Patricia Theatre. See you there!