Fri: 7:30PM; Sat: 1PM; Sun: 1PM
Friday, October 02, 2009
Brought to you by Coney Island U.S.A.
The beach, the boardwalk, great stars, great movies, great filmmakers...the Coney Island Film Festival has everything that Cannes has, plus Nathan's hotdogs!" - Barry Strugatz, Director The Transformation
THE NINTH ANNUAL CONEY ISLAND FILM FESTIVAL
OCTOBER 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2009!
The 9th annual installment of the Coney Island Film Festival hits the shores of Coney Island from Friday, October 2nd through Sunday, October 4th. This year's festival features ninety six films from around the world; a stunning array of high and low-brow fare, as diverse as the neighborhood it represents. Subjects range from the profound to the profane, showcasing the independent spirit and irreverent nature of the one and only Coney Island.
This year's centerpiece film is Charles Denson's, The Prince of Mermaid Avenue. The story of Jimmy Prince, owner of Major Meats on Mermaid Avenue, who retired after a sixty-year run as an anchor of the Coney Island community.... Read the entire press release here.
Advanced tickets available now for All Festival passes, Saturday passes, Sunday passes, The Warriors (Saturday night special screening) and Opening Night screening and open bar party. Buy Here
