In 2020, the Sunscreen Film Festival will be in its 15th year!
Sunscreen is broadly known for being an accessible festival where attendees mix and mingle with filmmakers, actors, writers, producers and celebrities in an open and relaxed atmosphere.
The 14th annual Sunscreen Film Festival's guest speakers.
Producer, Director
Author
Writer, Director
Producer
Director
Screenwriter
Producer
Producer
Entertainment Attorney
Talent Manager, Producer
Actress
Location Sound
Filmmaker
Comedic Actress
For a more comprehensive workshop and panel's schedule listing, please visit our partner website at: Sched.com. Powered by Sunscreen Education!
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Explores what it actually takes in today’s business to be a professional actor no matter where you live..
60 mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Professional screenwriters discuss the do's and don'ts of writing for the screen. Hear first hand the basics of screenwriting from professional screenwriters.
75mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tom Flynn and Joelle Bourjolly with insight from moderator, Prof. Dave DeBorde
sched.com1:30p
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
We’re not going to mince words here. If you are an independent Film producer, this is the most important class you will EVER take on film financing and how it all works. The up-to-date nitty gritty of how to movie finance.
75mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Marty Poole, Flavio Alves (The Garden Left Behind), Ramfis Myrthil, Todd Remis and Roy Wol.
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
This is an in-depth look at how to get a film/TV project made with a variety of panelists representing different aspects of the industry. Take lots of notes and come with your own questions. If you’re a filmmaker, you CANNOT afford to miss this panel!
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Flavio Alves (The Garden Left Behind), Marty Poole, Ramfis Myrthil, Todd Remis and Michael Brown.
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Robert Enriquez, Talent Manager, Producer and Director, and known as one of the "nicest guys in Hollywood," offers sound adice to new actors looking to break into the industry. Robert will accept headshots/resumes and invites attendees to his private Facebook group. Joining Robert is Keith Schwabinger from Alexa Talent.
90mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Robert Enriquez and Keith Schwabinger with special insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde.
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
You've got a screenplay or a great idea for a film. You want an agent or a producer or someone, anyone to help you make your movie. This workshop tells you he real truth on how to make that happen.
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tony Armer (Film Commissioner), Marty Poole, Flavio Alves (The Garden Left Behind), and Brian Edgar
sched.com11:15a
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
If you don’t get your films into the market, you won’t last long as a producer. Our panelists tackle the difficult subject of film distribution from the viewpoints of both independent filmmakers and the studio. If you’d like to make your second feature film, you can’t afford to miss this panel.
75mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Tony Armer (Film Commissioner), Marty Poole, Ramfis Mrythil with special insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
If you’re not making digital video content you’re already way behind. Expert advice, strategies and best practices from Bluewater Media, one of the top Digital Production companies in the United States. Bluewater creates content with major brands and creators from Gordon Ramsey to Kid Rock, Soda Stream, Jillian Michaels and more.
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Ryan Ford (Bluewater Media), Vera Shafiq and Tony Armer (Film Commissioner) with insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde.
sched.com1:45p
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
This is your opportunity to pitch movers and shakers in the industry! There will be a sign up sheet and you will be given one minute to pitch and then receive two minutes of feedback from our panel of big industry machers. It will be 1st come, 1st serve and once the sheet fills up, there won’t be an opportunity to pitch your big idea to the panel. Do you have what it takes to be the next big thing? We’ll find out!
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Marty Poole, Robert Enriquez, Tony Armer (Film Commissioner), Flavio Alves (The Garden Left Behind), Ramfis Myrthil, Michael Brown and Nic Kalikow.
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Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Good sound can make or break a film. Learn tips, tricks and best practices from an experienced industry pro with 30 years experience on a wide variety of productions. Recording good sound is an often overlooked topic while on set or at a location. Topics include recording dialogue, microphone choice, the best sound levels, background noise, echo and distortion, and more!
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Rachael Cameron and special insights from Prof. Dave DeBorde and Declan Flynn.
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Moderaed by Dave DeBorde
This is an in-depth look at documentaries from the mechanics of their creation to the search for “truth” or answering an important question.
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Matt Kliegman and Markie Wenzell (Markie in Milwaukee), Katie Wiatt (Fly Like a Girl), and Heidi Yewman (Behind the Bullet)
sched.com12:15p
Moderated by Dave DeBorde
Learn about the legal fundamentals needed for your project. Discuss ownership rights, clearing, production/financing/distributions deals, insurance and more. The information covered is worth thousands of dollars, so bring a notebook and get ready to write fast!
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Moderated by Declan Flynn
Learn from industry veterans, the essentials every director should know and the potential pitfalls. Also, expect a dose of healthy cynicism, with a dash of optimism in this directing panel.
60mins
Hyatt Place Conference Room
For Filmmaker, Day or VIP pass holders
Martha Pinson (Tomorrow), Curtis Graham (Greyhouse Films) and insights by Declan Flynn.
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In case you did not get the opportunity to attend Sunscreen this year and grab a program guide, or you simply prefer a digital copy, click the "Download PDF" button below to view or obtain a digital copy of the program guide. And if you're feeling a little nostalgic, you can go way, way back and view or download years 1 through 14!
The Sunscreen Film Festival is held at the AMC 20 Theaters located in the beautiful Mall at Sundial nestled in downtown St. Petersburg, Florida.
153 2nd Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
727-800-3201
21.0 mi / 33.8 km from Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Accomodations, located in the heart of downtown St. Pete, within walking distance or a short ride to venue.
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Movies - Workshops - Parties: With a DAY or VIP pass gain access to film screenings, workshops and parties at the Sundial, the Museum of Fine Arts, Baum Ave Market, Hyatt Place and the Awards Ceremony!
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The programming is outstanding... championing courageous, distinctive, transcendent films...Sunscreen went out of their way to be supportive, run by an impressive, helpful and affiable staff.
Jay Alvarez
The festival is amazing, great movies in a beautiful city. Can't wait to go back! Our short film "Him" screened there and we had a wonderful time sharing with the audience. The selection this year was outstanding and very supportive of LGBTQ rights.
Daniel Montoya
The workshops were wonderful and one of the highlights. The location was perfect. Since all the screenings were at one location, it made it easy to see the other films and interact with the other filmmakers. A lot of thought goes into the festival and that they truly value independent films and filmmakers.
Katie McEntire Wiatt
What a great festival! I highly recommend film makers submit and attend this festival. They are very supportive of all film makers, provide opportunities for networking, and moderate great workshops.
Heidi Yewman
The 15th Annual Sunscreen Film Festival would like to thank Visit St. Pete Clearwater and the Film Commission office.
