The winners of the 2024 Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown were announced at a special ceremony on Saturday March 23rd, at the Bulls and Bears "Potomac Walk."The Red Carpet event featured more than 100 filmmakers and attendees.
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Renowned Broadcaster Johnny Holliday to be awarded the Mendez Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Thursday March 21, 2024
(Hagerstown, MD March 15, 2024) – One of the most influential broadcasters in the United States, and the renowned “Voice of Maryland Sports,” Johnny Holliday will be awarded the prestigious Mendez Award on March 21st. The award will be presented at the opening night event at the University System of Maryland Hagerstown Event Center.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “The Mendez Award is awarded to someone who has succeeded and made a positive impact in…
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Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown Announces Dates March 21-24 at Five Venues; 12th Festival Returns With Films From Around the World, Student Films Expanded with Partnership of BISFA
(Hagerstown, MD) - The 12th Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown (MDIFF-Hagerstown) will be getting under way on Thursday March 21, 2024. Five venues will be utilized during the four-day event, concluding on Sunday March 24.
Opening night this year will utilize the University System of Maryland-Hagerstown for the opening night VIP Party, and the opening night films will be screened at the University System of Maryland-Hagerstown’s Event Center…
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(Hagerstown, MD. March 11, 2024) -- The Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown has announced that Maryland Film Office Director Jack Gerbes will be awarded the Nora Roberts Foundation Award at the opening night of the 12th film festival, being held on March 21st in Hagerstown. The opening night will be held at the University System of Maryland Hagerstown Event Center, on West Washington Street in Hagerstown.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “The Maryland Film Office is one of the hardest working film offices in the nation. As director, Jack has helped attract scores of films and television…
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The Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown has announced that the well-known actor William H. Macy will be awarded the Nora Roberts Foundation Award at the opening night of the 11th film festival, being held on March 23rd at the Historic Maryland Theatre.
Award-Winning Actor William H. Macy
(Hagerstown, MD. March 17, 2023) -- The Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown has announced that the well-known actor William H. Macy will be awarded the Nora Roberts Foundation Award at the opening night of the 11th film festival, being held on March 23rd at the Historic Maryland Theatre.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole…
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Maryland Public Television’s (MPT) Steven J. Schupak will be awarded the Mendez Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Thursday March 23, 2023.
Maryland Public Television’s (MPT) Steven J. Schupak will be awarded the Mendez Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Thursday March 23, 2023.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “The Mendez Award is awarded to someone who has succeeded and made a positive impact in the Television and Film Industry, or has supported film and television and has given back to the community. Steven Schupak is…
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Contact: Nicole Houser, Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown, Board of Directors President, 301-992-3650 (media inquiries only)
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Television News Director Mark Kraham Announced as Recipient of Nora Roberts Foundation Award at 10th Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown
(Hagerstown, MD, March 14, 2022) — The Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown has announced that Mark Kraham will be awarded the Nora Roberts Foundation Award at the opening night of the 10th film festival, being held on March 25th at the Historic Maryland Theatre.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “Mark Kraham has been a true supporter of the arts, of…
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Contact: Nicole Houser, Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown board president, 301-992-3650 (media inquiries only, please)For Immediate Release:
10th Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown Announces 2022 Mendez Award, Hollywood Actress Ann Mahoney Recognized for Film and Television Success and Advocacy for Women’s Equity
(Hagerstown, MD March 11, 2022) -- Actress Ann Mahoney will be awarded the Mendez Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Friday March 25, 2022.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “The Mendez Award is awarded to someone who has succeeded in the Television and Film Industry; or has supported film and television and has given back to the community. Ann…
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Media Release Contact: Nicole Houser, Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown, Board of Directors President, 301-992-3650 (for media inquiries only, please) For Immediate Release: Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown Announces Dates March 25-27 at Five Venues; 10th Festival Returns With Films From Around the World (Hagerstown, MD, March 8, 2022) - The 10th Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown (MDIFF-Hagerstown) will be getting under way on Friday March 25th at the Historic Maryland Theatre. Five venues will be utilized during the three day event, concluding on Sunday March 27. According to MDIFF-Hagerstown Board President Nicole Houser, “We had well over 150 films submitted from around the world. We have films from 17 countries…
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(Hagerstown, MD) - The 9th Maryland International Film Festival-Hagerstown is set for August 20-22, 2021. The festival has won praise over the years, including being listed as one of Movie Magazine's top 50 festival worth the entry fee. This year’s festival had been delayed by COVID last year, and will be taking place in five venues in Downtown Hagerstown.
Over the years, the festival has attracted some of the finest independent films from around the world. The film festival became a 501(c)3 and launched in 2009 and annually screens more than 100 films each year!
Board president Nicole Houser said,…
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(Hagerstown, August 14, 2021) – The Director of the Baltimore Film Office, Debbie Donaldson Dorsey, will be awarded the Nora Roberts Foundation Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Friday August 20, 2021.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “Debbie Dorsey has done an incredible job at attracting film productions to the State of Maryland. This prestigious award is given in recognition of either success in the film and television industry, or in creating opportunities for achievements for the film and arts communities in Maryland. The award especially recognizes Maryland ties.”
After graduating…
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(Hagerstown, MD August 14, 2021) – Actor Barry Ratcliffe will be awarded the Mendez Award at the Maryland International Film Festival in Hagerstown, Maryland on Friday August 20, 2021.
Film Festival Board of Directors President Nicole Houser said, “The Mendez Award is awarded to someone who has succeeded in the Television and Film Industry; or has supported film and television and has given back to the community. Barry Ratcliffe is an internationally renowned actor and has been a fixture in film and television for decades. He gives back to the community in a variety of ways, and is also being…
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