Film & Food Party

Although not officially part of the Austin Film Festival, tomorrow night, the AFF hosts the 4th annual Film & Food party to benefit its Young Filmmakers Program.

Considered by many to be the finest party of the year, the evening begins at the Paramount Theatre with a 6:30 p.m. retrospective screening of the classic film The Black Stallion followed by a Q&A with screenwriter and Austinite Bill Wittliff (Legends of the Fall, Honeysuckle Rose, “Lonesome Dove" ).

Immediately following the screening (8pm), it gets delicious, as guests gather at the historic Driskill Hotel for an evening of food, drinks, live music and a silent auction. Austin’s finest restaurants will present delicious tastings. Participating restaurants include: Aquarelle, Dona Emilia’s, The Driskill Grill, Eddie V’s, Evangeline Café, Houlihan’s, Ranch 616, Roaring Fork, Royer’s Round Top Café, Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Siena, Teo, La Traviata, Viking Home Appliances, and Wink.

The evening will also feature live music on the balconies performed by Dynah and Lucas Hudgins & The First Cousins, a DJ and a fabulous silent auction with such items as weekend packages in Marfa and Austin, Anthony Nak jewelry, reserve wines, clothing from Austin’s top boutiques, luxurious spa services and more.

All proceeds from Film & Food will benefit the Young Filmmakers Program. The Young Filmmakers Program introduces the arts of screenwriting and filmmaking to students ages 9-17, by providing them with an encouraging and supportive arena in which to explore their creativity and improve their communication and storytelling skills. The YFP relies on grants and fundraisers to sustain the high quality and affordability of its services. Hundreds of local students will be invited to attend at no cost for the opportunity to view this amazing classic story shown on the big screen for the first time in years.

As an added bonus, and in the spirit of the program, students 17 and under (and their parents/guardians) can get into the movie for free. They will not get into the food event, but the screening is free. Young students should show up at the Paramount at 6pm and find the line for students. Adults without kids won't be admitted via the student line.

AFF Badges do not give you access to this amazing event, so you must buy your tickets separately. Film & Food tickets are $60 for AFF members and $75 for non-members. Buy your tickets now!

To inquire about corporate and group discounts, please call 800-310-FEST(3378).

Film & Food Party
Wednesday, October 18
Driskill Hotel
Film: 6:30pm
Party: 8pm-11pm
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