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Portland International Film Festival

Drawing an audience of over 35,000, the Portland International Film Festival (PIFF) is the biggest film event in Oregon, premiering over 100 international shorts and feature films to Portland audiences each February. Audiences can experience a variety of parties, visiting artists, and plenty of festival adventure taking in this feast of cinematic fare.

2010 Festival dates: February 11-27, 2010.

Past Festivals
See information about last year's Portland International Film Festival or visit our archive.

Submit a Film
The Portland International Film Festival accepts submissions on a seasonal basis. The submission season runs from the beginning of March through the end of December, and culminates with the festival each February.

Submit an entry form and a copy of the work (for jurying purposes only) on 1/2″ VHS tape or DVD. Label screener clearly with name, phone, title, date, and running time. Please include publicity stills for the work; other publicity materials are welcome. Please do not use fiberfill envelopes as they damage tapes/equipment.

2010 Portland International Film Festival Entry Form
2010 Portland International Film Festival Submission Guidelines

Mail Entries To:
Portland International Film Festival
1219 SW Park Ave.
Portland, OR 97205

Alternatively:

For further information, contact Ted Hurliman via email: ted@nwfilm.org

Festival Pass
Get your festival pass by purchasing a Silver Screen Club card. Get yours today:

Order online
Printer friendly order form
Or stop by our offices on 934 SW Salmon. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Giving a gift? It's best to use the printable form above, stop by our office, or call 503-221-1156.

Volunteer for the Film Festival
The Portland International Film Festival would not be possible without the amazing support from our dedicated volunteers. If you'd like to join our volunteer team and assist with ushering, line control, ticket sales, marketing, and other fun and interesting opportunities at the festival, then plan on attending the mandatory orientation. Volunteers can earn free admission to films at the festival and to Northwest Film Center programs later in the year.

Press and Sponsorship
All press and sponsorship inquiries may be directed to Jessica Lyness, Public Relations & Marketing Manager, at 503-221-1156 x14 or jessica@nwfilm.org.

Out of Town Visitors
Learn where to stay, what to do between films, and how to get around during the festival.

What to do: http://www.travelportland.com/visitors/
How to get around: http://www.trimet.org/