Welcome to the 3rd San Joaquin International Film Festival

2 3RD SAN JOAQUIN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL | FEBRUARY 19-27, 2010 | SJIFF.ORG | WELCOME TO THE FESTIVAL

Dear Friends,

Experience cinematic stories of love, life, hope, and humanity! On behalf of theBoard of Directors of the San Joaquin Film Society, I cordially welcome you toour flagship 3rd San Joaquin International Film Festival (SJIFF3). This jubilationof the art of the cinema is a spectacular opportunity to experience our worldthrough film. From February 19th to 27th the festival will run in the heart ofThe Miracle Mile at the Stockton Empire Theatre - and for the first time, inDowntown Modesto, at The State Theatre.

Experience an exhilarating showcase of new, innovative, and award-winningworks from emerging talents and seasoned artists from the Americas and theWorld: including regional premieres and special screenings of 2010 AcademyAward (Oscar) nominated films. We are proud to welcome home directorTheodore Thomas, a University of the Pacific alumnus and son of legendaryDisney animator, Frank Thomas. He will present the Valley Premiere of his mas-terful documentary film “Walt & El Grupo.” We will honor him with theAmbassador Award, celebrating his exemplary accomplishments and his con-nection to our community.

We believe that film is the most powerful medium of communication and art.Film is the most multifaceted, the most progressive, the most accessible. It givesopportunities for people from various socioeconomic backgrounds to experi-ence our world - to learn, to appreciate, and to understand. This year, the FilmSociety will continue its year-round offerings: opening the year with SJIFF; andraising the cultural bar of the San Joaquin Valley throughout the year, with 10illuminating World Cinema Series; and expanding its Film Education initiatives.The Film Society will present highly-selective programs of over 200 new andingenious films from 50 nations, in 100 shows year-round, connecting audiencesof the greater Valley with the World.

Thank you to our Board members: Dr. David Schmidt, Shane Williamson,Arlene Galindo and Joel Reyna, Jr. for your selfless dedication and supportivetalents to help make all things possible for our organization. Thank you to allthe filmmakers, producers, visionaries and film companies worldwide for gra-ciously sharing your glorious cinematic works with us. Thank you to our leadpartner, International Programs and Services at University of the Pacific, and toall the people in our community and beyond for your continued support,prayers and presence, which has been tremendous in helping to keep themagic alive! May your passion for the arts continue to blossom as you areenchanted by the expression, freedom, and wonder of moving pictures.

Respectfully,

Sophoan Sorn, Founder and Creator of Festivals

San Joaquin Film Society Board of Directors

TicketsAdvance Tickets on Sale

www.SJIFF.org/ticketsInfo.: (209) 423-4719

Regular Shows$9.00 General

$8.00 Senior 65+, Student 25-

$7.00 Film Society Member

Opening Night pg. 3

Film$11.00 General

$10.00 Senior 65+, Student 25-

$9.00 Film Society Member

Party (separate ticket)

$15.00 All Admission

Closing Night Film$11.00 General

$10.00 Senior 65+, Student 25-

$9.00 Film Society Member

Stockton Pass$99.00 General

$89.00 Senior 65+, Student 25-

$79.00 Film Society Member

Admission to all shows in Stockton,excluding Opening Night Party andFilm Benefit Symphony.

Special Screenings• Admission for the Film Benefitscreening of “They Came to Play” is$25.00 for any admission. Proceedssupport the Stockton Symphony.• Admission for the Focus BlackHistory presentation of “Soundtrackfor a Revolution” is a regular fee forthe public, but is free for students ofSan Joaquin Delta College.

Members Night Film pg. 7

$9.00 General

$8.00 Senior 65+, Student 25-

FREE for Film Society Member

PhotographyUlmer PhotographyOfficial Photography of SJIFF3219 E. Weber Avenue Stockton, CA 95202209.464.2299www.ulmerphoto.com

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VenuesStockton Empire Theatre1825 Pacific AvenueStockton, CA 95204SJFS Phone: (209) 423-4719www.stocktonempiretheatre.com

Box OfficeFriday, Feb. 19 - 6:00PM - 9:30PM

Saturday, Feb. 20 - 1:00PM - 10:00PM

Sunday, Feb. 21 - 12:00PM - 8:00PM

Wednesday, Feb. 24 - 5:30PM - 9:15PM

Thursday, Feb. 25 - 5:00PM - 8:30PM

Day of show sales at this venue is cash only.

ParkingFollow the signs stating “Miracle Mile Parking”or “Festival Parking” in the areas surroundingthe Stockton Empire Theatre Complex.

The State Theatre of Modesto1307 J StreetModesto, CA 95354(209) 527-4697www.thestate.org

Box OfficeMonday - Friday - 12:00PM to 3:00PM

Friday, Feb. 26th - 12:00PM - 8:00PM

Saturday, Feb. 27th - 1:00PM - 9:30PM

ParkingOn-street parking is available on J Street,13th and 14th streets and, in the eveningsand on weekends, across the street from thetheater in the two parking lots between 14thStreet and the Modesto Commerce Bank.

Contents2 / Welcome to the Festival

2 / Festival Information

3 / Festival Schedule

3 / Opening Night Film

3 / Closing Night Film

3 / Ambassador Award

4 / Main Slate

6 / Our Sponsors

6 / Acknowledgements

8 / San Joaquin Film Society

Festival is open to the public.

Films are in English or haveEnglish subtitles.

David Schmidt Shane Williamson Arlene Galindo Joel Reyna, Jr.Chair Vice Chair Secretary-Treasurer

33RD SAN JOAQUIN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL | FEBRUARY 19-27, 2010 | SJIFF.ORG | GALA SCREENINGS AND SCHEDULE

dangerous quest that takes him into the enchantedforest where mythical creatures hide. It is here thathe meets the fairy Aisling, a mysterious young wolf-girl, who helps him along the way. But with the bar-barians closing in, will Brendan's determination andartistic vision illuminate the darkness and show thatenlightenment is the best fortification against evil?

Preceded with Opening Night short, “Naming Pluto,”by Ginita Jimenez (UK).

• Friday, Feb. 19th 7:00PM - Empire

Sponsors: International Programs and Services(IPS) at University of the Pacific, University Libraryat Pacific, The Haggin Museum, GKIDS

Opening Night Party

La Palma on the Miracle Mile - 9:30PM2301 Pacific Avenue, Stockton, 95204Celebrate the Festival! Tickets are limited. Includesappetizers and no host bar. Must be 21+ to attend.

The Secret of Kells2009 | Ireland, Belgium, France | 88 min.Animated Feature | N. California Premiere Director: Tomm Moore

2010 Academy Award (Oscar) nominee for BestAnimated Feature Film. Variety calls it: "Absolutely lus-cious to behold!" Bring your family and friends toexperience the Northern California Premiere ofthis extraordinary film! Magic, fantasy and Celticmythology come together in a riot of color anddetail that dazzle the eyes in this sweeping storyabout the power of imagination and faith to carryhumanity through dark times. Features the voices ofBrendan Gleeson ("Harry Potter," "In Bruges"), MickLally, Evan McGuire and Christen Mooney. YoungBrendan lives in a remote medieval outpost undersiege from barbarian raids. But a new life of adven-ture beckons when a celebrated master illuminatorarrives from foreign lands carrying an ancient butunfinished book, brimming with secret wisdom andpowers. To help complete the magical book,Brendan has to overcome his deepest fears on a

explored various South American cities. This a talethat brings together an intertwined story of art andpolitics, the poignancy of a bygone age, and a leg-endary artist during one of his most trying times.Sponsors: International Programs and Services(IPS) and School of International Studies (SIS) atUniversity of the Pacific.

• Friday, Feb. 26th 7:00PM - State

In Person: director Theodore Thomas, producerKuniko Okubo.

Ambassador Award

Director Thomas will be honored with the FilmSociety’s Ambassador Award, celebrating an exem-plary artist connected with the local community andwho has contributed to the quality of life for thegreater community through film.

Walt & El Grupo2008 | USA | 106 min. Documentary Feature | Valley Premiere Director: Theodore Thomas

A Walt Disney Pictures release. Directed by Universityof the Pacific Alumnus Theodore Thomas. A chronicleof the amazing ten-week trip that Walt Disney andhis hand-picked group of artists and filmmaking tal-ent (later known as “El Grupo”) took to SouthAmerica in 1941 at the behest of the U.S.Government as part of the Good Neighbor Policy.Within just three short years after the phenomenalsuccess of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” theWalt Disney Studios experienced a chain of financialchallenges that ultimately led to the infamous ani-mators strike. contrast to these trying times, Disneyand his colorful group of artists found themselveson a lively trip full of hope and discovery as they

Festival Calendar

At the Stockton Empire Theatre

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 19

7:00PM Opening Night“The Secret of Kells”

9:00PM “Shorts 2: Pursuit of Love”

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 20

2:00PM “Shorts 1: Discovery”4:30PM “Shorts 3: Rite of Passage”7:00PM Centerpiece

“The Messenger”9:30PM “The Things We Carry”

SUNDAY FEBRUARY 21

1:00PM “Shorts 2: Pursuit of Love”3:00PM “Dancing Across Border”5:00PM “Soundtrack for a Revolution”7:30PM Focus Taiwan

“Yang Yang”

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 24

6:30PM “They Came to Play”8:45PM Members Night Film

“Cherry Blossoms”

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 25

5:30PM “Shorts 3: Rite of Passage”7:30PM Focus Israel

“Ajami”

At The State Theatre in Modesto

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 26

7:00PM Closing NightAmbassador Award“Walt & El Grupo”

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 27

3:00PM “The Young Victoria”6:00PM “The Messenger”8:30PM “Shorts 1: Discovery”

Please visit www.sjiff.org/festival/schedule.htmlfor all updated show times, additional films, andrevisions to the schedule. All dates, programs,and events are subject to change.

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Ajami (Focus Israel)2009 | Israel, Germany | 120 min. | Dramatic FeatureN. California Premiere | Directors: Scandar Copti, Yaron Shani

2010 Academy Award (Oscar) nominee for Best Foreign Language Film and win-

ner of five Israeli Academy Awards. A powerful crime drama set on the mean

streets of Jaffa's Ajami neighborhood, a melting pot of cultures and conflicting

views among Jews, Muslims, and Christians. Film Sponsor: Consulate General

of Israel to the Pacific Northwest

• Thursday, Feb. 25th 7:30PM - Empire

Dancing Across Borders2009 | USA, Cambodia | 88 min. | Documentary FeatureN. California Premiere | Director: Anne Bass

From the serene countryside of Southeast Asia to the halls of New York’s

School of American Ballet to the stage of the Pacific Northwest Ballet in

Seattle, this film explores the world of dance and chronicles the intimate and

triumphant story of a boy who was discovered, and who only much later dis-

covered all that he had in himself. Film Sponsor: IPS, University of the Pacific.

• Sunday, Feb. 21st 3:00PM - Empire

The Messenger (Centerpiece Film)2009 | USA | 112 min. | Dramatic Feature

Director: Oren Moverman

Two 2010 Academy Award nominations (Best Supporting Actor, Best Writing).

Woody Harrelson and Ben Foster stars in a powerful, tender, and compassion-

ate story about a war hero who has just returned home from a tour in Iraq -

and is assigned to the Army's Casualty Notification service.

• Saturday, Feb. 20th 7:00PM - Empire• Saturday, Feb. 27th 6:00PM - State

Soundtrack for a Revolution2009 | USA | 82 min. | Documentary Feature | Focus Black HistoryValley Premiere | Directors: Bill Guttentag, Dan Sturman

Official Selection, Festival de Cannes. The story of the American civil rights

movement told through its powerful music. The freedom songs protesters

sang in mass meetings and in jail cells as they fought for justice and equality.

Featuring performances by John Legend, Joss Stone, Wyclef Jean; and interviews

with civil rights leaders. Film Sponsor: Cultural Awareness Programs, SJDC

• Sunday, Feb. 21st 5:00PM - Empire

They Came to Play (Film Benefit)2008 | USA | 91 min. | Documentary Feature | Area23a PresentsN. California Premiere | Director: Alex Rotaru

A special screening to benefit the Stockton Symphony. Players from all over

the world, ranging from self-taught to classically-trained, aged thirty-five to

almost eighty, convene in Texas for a week of intense competition, music and

camaraderie for the Van Cliburn Foundation’s Fifth International Piano

Competition for Amateurs. In Person: Alex Rotaru and pianist Esfir Ross.

• Wednesday, Feb. 24th 6:30PM - Empire

The Things We Carry2009 | USA | 77 min. | Dramatic FeatureN. California Premiere | Director: Ian McCrudden

Starring Johnny Whitworth, Alyssa Lobit, Alexis Rhee, Catherine Kresge. When her

drug-addict mother dies, Emmie returns home, traveling through the under-

belly of suburbia looking for a package her mother has left behind, reconnect-

ing with her estranged sister, Eve, along the way. In Person: producer Athena

Lobit and actress Alyssa Lobit.

• Saturday, Feb. 20th 9:30PM - Empire

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Shorts 3: Rite of Passage72 min. | Short Films ProgramFollow six coming-of-age stories of living and learning: • “Baby Blues” - Dir. Alice

Mitterrand (France, 12 min.), • “Charlie and the Rabbit” - Dirs. Rodrigo

Ojeda-Beck, Robert Machoian (USA, 10 min.), • “Ciao Mama” - Dir. Goran

Odvorcic (Croatia, 1 min.), • “Immersion” - Dir. Richard Levien (USA, 14 min.)

• “Missing” - Dir. Jochem de Vries (The Netherlands, 12 min.) and • “Naming

Pluto” - Dir. Ginita Jimenez (United Kingdom, 13 min.).

• Saturday, Feb. 20th 4:30PM - Empire• Thursday, Feb. 25th 5:30PM - Empire

Yang Yang (Focus Taiwan)2009 | Taiwan | 111 min. | Dramatic FeatureValley Premiere | Director: Cheng Yu-chieh

Special Jury Prize, 2009 Taipei International Film Festival. Introducing Sandrine

Pinna as Yang-Yang. A half-French, half-Taiwanese runner faces diverse experi-

ences and the struggles of family, friends, love, show business and her own

identity. Film Sponsor:Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in San Francisco

and the Government Information Office of the Republic of China.

• Sunday, Feb. 21st 7:30PM - Empire

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The Young Victoria2009 | UK | 105 min. | Dramatic FeatureDirector: Jean-Marc Vallée

Three 2010 Academy Award nominations (Best Art Direction, Best Costume, Best

Makeup). Starring Emily Blunt, Rupert Friend, Miranda Richardson. An insightful

portrait about Queen Victoria in the turbulent first years of her reign and her

love story with Prince Albert. This is a memorable, sophisticated and very

charming exploration of English history.

• Saturday, Feb. 27th 3:00PM - State

Shorts 1: Discovery69 min. | Short Films Program

Discover five stories that you will never forget: • “Absent” - Dir. Guillermo

Asensio (Spain, 10 min.), • “After Tomorrow” - Dir. Emma Sullivan (United

Kingdom, 15 min.), • “The Cat Piano” - Dirs. Eddie White and Ari Gibson

(Australia, 9 min.), • “Lessons from the Night” - Dir. Adrian Francis (Australia,

9 min.) • “Sally” - Dir. Matthew Marconi (USA, 26 min.).

• Saturday, Feb. 20th 2:00PM - Empire• Saturday, Feb. 27th 8:30PM - State

Shorts 2: Pursuit of Love79 min. | Short Films Program

Four stories of the power of love and the love of power: • “Concerto” - Dir.

Filippo Conz (USA, 15 min.) • “Forget-Me-Not” - Dir. Katia Grivot (France,

17 min.) • “James” - Dir. Connor Clements (Northern Ireland, 17 min.) • and

the French Academy Award nominated “Last Illusions” - Dir. Helier Cisterne

(France, 30 min.)

• Friday, Feb. 19th 9:00PM - Empire• Sunday, Feb. 21st 1:00PM - Empire

Cherry Blossoms2008 | Germany | 122 min. | Dramatic FeatureDirector: Doris Dörrie

Winner of the 2009 San Joaquin Int’l Film Festival Narrative Feature Film Award.

FREE Admission for San Joaquin Film Society members. The sudden death of his

wife plunges a terminally ill man into profound grief. Realizing how little he

knew her and how little he showed her his affection, he devotes his last weeks

to fulfilling her long-cherished dreams. Film Sponsor: IPS at Pacific

• Wednesday, Feb. 24th 8:45PM - Empire

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Special ThanksA big thank you to all our partners andsponsors, and the following people,organizations, and companies for theirfinancial, in-kind, collaborative partner-ship contribution, and/or other formsof support in helping to make this fes-tival possible:

• Dr. David Schmidt• Shane Williamson• Arlene Galindo• Joel Reyna, Jr.• Emily Ballus• Steve Shermerhorn• Dr. Philip Gilbertson• Tim Ulmer Photography• Floyd Shoffner• Gary Hansen• Kishor Patel• MaryJo Gohlke• Jane Kentworthy• Mayor Ann Johnston• Wes Rhea• Rita Seeman• Kathy Ordanza• Grace Alcantar• Nandiya Attiya• Navjot Kaur• Arvinder Kaur

MembersDISTINGUISHED• Mary Ann and Steve Schermerhorn• Carole and Philip Gilbertson• Dee Hezler and David Yoder• Nick Elliott and Bill Grotemeyer

FILM LOVERS• Molly Bustos• Diosa Cardenas• Phyllis Franklin• Karen Johnson

FILM FRIENDS• Dick Archbold• Marcia and Al Davidson• Patty Fensterwald• Carol Hirota• Marian Jacobs• Peter and Jane Jaffe• Christie Kelly• Paula LeVeck• Betty Liske• David and Allison Morales• Sarah Mills• Jonise Oliva• Barbara and Brandon Rankin• Wes Rhea• Doris L. Scanlon• Paula Sheil

• Misha Maggi• Theresa Velasquez• Margarita Noyola• Carlos Davalos• Margee Ensign• Brigid Welch• Vicky Yang• Neta Shacham• Christopher Bennitt• Sue Richardson• Lisa Cooperman• Dave Jesteadt• Theodore Thomas • Kuniko Okubo • Lilly Cortez• Robin Nichols• Christine Teldeschi • Tony Sauro• Tony Zoccoli• Jamie Menaker• Carrie Sass• Shawn Crary• Amanda Fielding• Helen Ripken• Jaclyn Frenzel• Phyllis Franklin• Randy Siefkin• Greg Bahr• Leon Rivers-Moore• Brandon Peters• Kate Brokaw• Jonathan Howell

• Hsin-Chih Lu • Kirt Eftekhar• Paul Marchant• Lori Miller• Mary Tallungan• Athena Lobit• Matthew Marconi• Katia Grivot• Ginita Jimenez• Amanda King• Deckhand Video• Sabrina Keilch• Cambria Matlow • Lindsay Dedo• Kevin Wong• Stefanie Chu• Vince Perrin• Cole Akins• Jaclyn Marsh• Dan Hood• Mickey Santiago• Gene Acevedo • Bill Engelhardt • Elena Mangahas • Martha Mangahas• Jessica Hernandez• Rita Vasquez

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MISSION

The San Joaquin Film Society, Inc.(SJFS), home of the San JoaquinInternational Film Festival, celebratescinema arts, multi-cultural apprecia-tion, and global outreach throughyear-round productions of cinemafestivals and educational programs.

2010 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

David Schmidt, ChairShane Williamson, Vice ChairArlene Galindo, Secretary-TreasurerJoel ReynaSophoan Sorn, Founder-Director

Empower the Movement! Supportthe 2010-11 Annual Fund Campaignof the San Joaquin Film Society! Evenin a time of economic instability, theyoung Film Society stands firm, andhas entered this new decade with avibrant ambition, a spirited confidenceand a renewed hope.

The San Joaquin International FilmFestival brings a selection of newAmerican independent and Worldcinema gems to the Valley, combinedwith the inspirational presence ofguest directors, actors, and luminaries.This year, the Film Society continuesto captivate the Valley with what’snew, what’s next, what’s hot andwhat’s important! The acclaimed year-round World Cinema Series and spe-cial screening events increase in diver-sity and richness through a major

expansion (10 series), giving Valleyaudiences unprecedented access tosome of the best, newest, and rarestwork from around the world. FilmEducation programs continue togrow with more guest artists, interac-tive forums and master classes, specialprograms and screenings for students,and hands-on workshops.

The Film Society expands its collabo-ration with community leaders andlocal arts and cultural organizations,to: create accessible and unique pro-grams; activate the Compassion forHumanity Initiative; and nurture theFilm Society’s beneficial role in the cul-tural life of Valley residents.

Your continued support is vital forthe progress, success and legacy ofthe San Joaquin Film Society.

The San Joaquin Film Society, Inc.(SJFS) is the benchmark cinema artsorganization in California's 400-mileCentral Valley.

The Film Society is home to the annu-al San Joaquin International FilmFestival and the year-round WorldCinema Series.

The Film Society celebrates cinemaarts, multi-cultural appreciation, andglobal outreach through year-roundproductions of festivals and educa-tional programs.

The Film Society is dedicated to cele-brating the artistry, diversity, andpower of filmmaking, bringing theworld's best, rarest, and newest worksin cinema arts and media discoveriesto the Valley.

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