Through Women’s Eyes International Film Festival
When: April 6 and 7,
Where: Hollywood II, Sarasota, FL
Enjoy films highlighting filmmakers and issues which rarely appear in mainstream theaters – films which use storytelling to give voice and create change.
Buy a TWE package, invite a friend, and enjoy some great films that not only educate, but inspire!
Our 2018 Festival Wrap-Up
Through Women’s Eyes Film Festival Announces a Fantastic Movie Lineup!
SARASOTA, FL – From powerlifting to power building, the films at Sarasota’s TWE International Film Festival have told heroic stories of the transformational power of defying the odds.
The 19th Annual Through Women’s Eyes International Film Festival (TWE) was Saturday, April 1, and Sunday, April 2, at Regal Hollywood Stadium 20, 1993 Main St., Sarasota. Every year, TWE presents the very best in new, groundbreaking films by established and emerging filmmakers from around the world.
We chose 22 films (15 shorts and seven features) from more than 300 submissions. We had record-breaking attendance and a full house, with tickets sold out well before the event. The film, “RBG” (about Ruth Bader Ginsburg) received the Audience Award at our festival and then went on to well-received showings around the world, notably on CNN.
A Review: 2017 Through Women’s Eyes International Film Festival!
We are celebrating! Our donation to USNC and UN Women will be the largest yet. This was made possible by increased attendance and by the wonderful work of our tireless volunteers.
TWE and Chapter volunteers welcomed viewers to the very best in new, groundbreaking films produced by established and emerging female filmmakers from around the world. This year we enjoyed 22 films (15 shorts and seven features) selected from more than 300 worldwide submissions.
The momentum continued throughout the weekend, with over 120 people attending our Filmmaker’s Reception, meeting filmmakers, and enjoying great food and companionship with TWE attendees.
Watchers gave TWE high marks indeed! All of our full length features received an audience rating of at least 4.5 out of 5.0! Three of our full length films were in the running for the SFF audience award.
Finally, we extend deep thanks to TWE Artistic Director Ann Fries for her unfailing dedication for the past seven years. No one has been more instrumental than Ann in selecting the films that draw and enthrall our generous audiences. She has been the face and voice of TWE, tirelessly speaking to the press and local organizations about the wonderful filmmakers and films featured in TWE each year. Thank you, Annie, for your vision, leadership, and commitment. While Ann is retiring from TWE, she will continue to support the valuable work of UN Women and remain on our Chapter Board.
