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>> Filmmaker responses
"In its first year, the Grand Rapids Film Festival has accomplished what many 10 year festivals have yet to obtain in its presentation, coordination, treatment of filmmakers, awards and sponsorships. This festival is on track to be the next nationally recognized festival known for introducing and celebrating great films that reflect the core values of middle America."
- Bobby Downes, Producer, Downes Brothers Entertainment (Like Dandelion Dust)
- Bobby Downes, Producer, Downes Brothers Entertainment (Like Dandelion Dust)
>> Featured selections
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Like Dandelion Dust (Feature) Directed By: Jon Gunn Produced by: Kevin Downes, Bobby Downes, Kerry David Winner of 7 International Film Festivals. Michigan Premiere. Scheduled theatrical release 2010. A must see! Karen Kingsbury's "Like Dandelion Dust", based on the best-selling novel, is a compelling drama that explores the different meanings of being a parent through the grittily realistic lives of the struggling, blue-collar Porter's, and the privileged Campbell family. Their lives intersect, intertwine and collide, all for the love of a little boy. This film is wonderfully acted, bravely exposing the humanity in each character and reminding us that we each have the potential to be the best and worst versions of ourselves at any time. |
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As We Forgive (Full Length Documentary) Laura Walters Hinson Could you forgive a person who murdered your family? This is the question faced by the subjects of "As We Forgive," an Academy Award winning documentary about two Rwandan women on a journey to reconcile with the neighbors who slaughtered their families during the 1994 genocide. |
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American Sailors (Full Length Documentary) Directed by John Grooters American Sailors covers the 100th running of the Chicago to Mackinac race, the world's oldest and longest fresh water race. Ride the winds and race with some of America's greatest skippers. It's not just about speed and wind. But strategy and risk. |
>> In the News
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2009 Festival Winners! |
2009 Best in Show "As We Forgive" |
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2009 Best Feature Film "Like Dandelion Dust" |
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2009 Best Documentary "Bicycle Dreams" |
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2009 Best Short Narrative "Scarecrow" |
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2009 Best Short Documentary "American Sailors" |
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2009 Audience Choice Award "The Commandant" |
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