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Shorts Spotlight: Unveiling the Magic of Aspen Film’s Oscar-Qualifying Festival
March 19, 2024
The annual Aspen Film Shortsfest—which returns on April 1-7—invites viewers to revel in the glory of 70 expertly crafted short films from across the globe. Short films hold an important role in the world of cinema; not only as an inexpensive way for beginner filmmakers to get their feet on the ground, but also as […]
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Taking lengthy means to find short films
March 19, 2024
Aspen Shortsfest’s director of programming, Jason Anderson, is sitting in his home in Toronto, preparing to leave for Glasgow, Scotland, where he is on the jury of a short-film festival. He literally scours the world for the best shorts to feature at Aspen Shortsfest, which is celebrating its 33rd year and kicks off on April […]
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PRODUCTION + MARKETING COORDINATOR (Full Time)
February 8, 2024
Aspen Film’s Production + Marketing Coordinator offers crucial support to the organization by helping to liaise with the Aspen Film Isis Theatre, as well as capturing and promoting the events and programming we present there. As a member of both the Production + Marketing teams, this role provides technical support throughout the year for Aspen […]
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MEMBERSHIP MANAGER (Part Time)
February 8, 2024
Aspen Film’s Membership Manager will be responsible for overseeing and growing our Membership Program, including developing a more robust member benefit plan. This role is best suited for a people person interested in interacting with Aspen locals and visitors alike. In addition to serving as the primary point of contact for AF Members, this person […]
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OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR (Part Time)
February 8, 2024
This role is responsible for the smooth and efficient running of Aspen Film’s office and systems. The Office Admin reports to the Director of Operations + Production and provides basic assistance to all departments including: Programming, Operations, Marketing, Development, Education and Board. Key Responsibilities: Finance + Database Assisting AF’s bookkeeper in keeping orderly financial systems. […]
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ASPEN FILM ANNOUNCES EXCITING PROGRAMMING FOR WINTER 2024
January 8, 2024
ASPEN FILM ANNOUNCES EXCITING PROGRAMMING FOR WINTER 2024 From Science to Comedy, the Entertainment is Boundless ASPEN, Colo. (Jan.4, 2024) – Aspen Film is excited to announce new programming for 2024: “Once again, we have curated an ambitious selection of films to entice and enchant winter audiences,” says Aspen Film Executive + Artistic […]
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Aspen Film’s 31st Academy Screenings will open with “The Color Purple” on Dec. 19
December 5, 2023
Aspen Film announced the program for its 31st Annual Academy Screenings, showing at the newly acquired Aspen Film Isis Theatre from Dec. 19-23, 2023. The 10-film showcase kicks off with the reimagined “The Color Purple,” directed by Blitz Bazawule, followed by an in-person Q+A with award-winning composer Kris Bowers and award-winning choreographer Fatima Robinson on opening night. The festival will close with Cord […]
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Mountain Mayhem: Filmfest x 44
October 6, 2023
Aspen Film ushered in autumn from Sept. 19-24 with the 44th annual Filmfest. Comprising just 16 invited films — many of which premiered at world-renowned festivals including Sundance, Cannes, Toronto, and Telluride — the festival took place exclusively at the Aspen Film Isis Theatre, celebrating the first full festival in the theater since 1986. “This is […]
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Aspen Film’s Youth Culture
September 25, 2023
A forward-thinking Colorado-based arts organization, Aspen Film prides itself on its inclusive and accessible youth-oriented filmmaking initiatives. One of its year-round programs, FilmEducates, has been making an impact for over 20 years, and is critical to the mission and purpose of the larger organization. Aspen FilmEducates supports students in the art of “storytelling through visual […]
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Buzzworthy movies pack the lineup of 44th Aspen Filmfest
September 19, 2023
The 44th annual Aspen Filmfest opens tonight, kicking off a week of thought-provoking movies curated by Aspen Film at the Isis Theatre. The first screenings of the festival include a documentary, “The Mission,” about a missionary’s news-making death on a remote island, and “She Came to Me,” a star-studded comedy about several quirky relationships. Between […]
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