Many years ago, recognizing a need in the community, Barry Rivers started a film event at the Maui Arts and Cutural Center called Candlelight Cafe & Cinema. Since then, that Wednesday “weekend in the middle of the week” event has blossomed into a full-fledged, multiple-location festival where the community gathers on the grass under the stars to watch hand-picked films they … [Read more...] about Chocolate, Diamonds and Stars: The Film Festival’s other features
Taste of Summer
Maui Film Festival Opening Night
It’s been many years since I’ve attended the Maui Film Festival, and I’m supremely thankful for the opportunity to check it out this year! So the pressure is on. But honestly, I feel a smidge out-of-practice. And my navigation skills are sub-par. After getting lost by the koi ponds of the Grand Wailea’s immense property (seriously, did it get bigger?), my partner Andrew … [Read more...] about Maui Film Festival Opening Night
The Party Starts Now: Maui Film Festival Specials Events Line Up
There's nothing more remarkable than sitting out on the grass in Wailea enjoying a Maui Film Festival movie under the canopy of galaxies with stars twinkling overhead. Each night at the Celestial Cinema, a celebrity is honored with one of the festival’s achievement awards. What's more, the festival has a stunning line-up of culinary galas. And there's a selection of gripping … [Read more...] about The Party Starts Now: Maui Film Festival Specials Events Line Up
2017 Maui Film Festival in Wailea
The 2017 Maui Film Festival runs from Wednesday, June 21 to Sunday, June 25. As usual, the festival will feature a host of amazing feature films and short film screenings. This years film and foodie events include Taste of Summer at the Grand Wailea on June 21, Taste of Chocolate at the Four Seasons Resort on June 23 and Taste of Wailea at the Wailea Golf Academy on June 24. Go … [Read more...] about 2017 Maui Film Festival in Wailea