California
The Palm Springs International Film Festival: A Cinematic Experience
Program No. 21382RJ
View eight highly anticipated films over five nights at the Palm Springs International Film Festival, enjoying expert-led discussions with industry insiders.
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6 days
5 nights
13 meals
5B 5L 3D
1
Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
Palm Springs, CA
2
Palm Springs Field Trip, Film Screening & Critique Session
Palm Springs, CA
3
Two Films & Critique Session
Palm Springs, CA
4
Two Films & Critique Sessions
Palm Springs, CA
5
Two Films & Critique Sessions
Palm Springs, CA
6
Film & Critique Session, Program Concludes
Palm Springs, CA
At a Glance
Join us at one of our most popular film programs, as we spend five nights in this charming desert city, enjoying the Palm Springs International Film Festival. Screen the latest international releases and documentaries – film productions that are in competition for Academy Award Nominations from worldwide studios – and hear commentary from industry professionals and other experts. Late afternoons offer free time for you to attend additional films and explore the festival on your own.
Activity Level
On Your Feet
I’m comfortable with some walking throughout the day. I expect to get on and off of a coach, and I’m ready to stroll through cities and to stand for a few hours when we’re learning in museums.
What You'll Learn
- View eight films, several with commentary from an industry professional offering an insider’s perspective.
- Engage in critiquing sessions that give you a chance to analyze and discuss what you saw.
- Learn about the history of Palm Springs with a local expert and discover how this desert oasis became a Hollywood hotspot.
General Notes
This is a Road Scholar Large Group program. The number of participants in this program may be as high as 200; the whole group will be together for all included films, critique sessions and many meals. Participants will be separated into groups of no more than 40 participants with a dedicated group leader for some activities and field trips. The schedule for your group may vary from what’s published but each group will have an opportunity to experience all program elements. If you are traveling with companions who are not your roommate and you would like to be grouped together, please list their names on your “Personal Information & Preferences” in your Road Scholar “My Account” page. Due to the nature of this program, listening devices are not available.
Suggested Reading List
(2 books)
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The Palm Springs International Film Festival: A Cinematic Experience
Program Number: 21382
Images of America: Palm Springs
Learn about the history of Palm Springs from the time of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians, the original inhabitants of this harsh desert region, through the discover of the spring by a U.S. government survey party, to the development of the Palm Springs we experience today.
The Movie Business Book 4th Ed.
Drawing from a variety of experts in an industry that has seen major disruptions and technology advancements over the years, this is a must-read for film students and industry newcomers. A definitive sourcebook, it covers the nuts-and-bolts details about financing, revenue streams, marketing, globalization, micro-budgets and much more.
Meals
13 Meals
5 Breakfasts
5 Lunches
3 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Low Fat, Low Salt, Vegetarian
Lodging
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
Display
- Jan 07, 2024 - Jan 12, 2024
5 nights
Palm Springs
Full Service Hotel Centered in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, surrounded by the natural beauty of the San Jacinto mountains and the energy and excitement of Palm Canyon Drive, the Hyatt Palm Springs sits at the crossroads of one of the most memorable vacation destinations in Southern California. The only all-suite hotel in the area, the Hyatt offers oversized rooms with separate living areas and furnished balconies, providing the perfect accommodations for leisure travelers, business travelers and families alike. There are a limited number of ADA-accessible rooms at the hotel. Should you require an ADA-accessible room please contact Participant Services at 877-426-8056. Additional nights are subject to availability. Please visit Hyatt.com to book any additional nights. After booking, contact Patty Palmer at patty.palmer@hyatt.com, or by phone at 760-969-6020 to confirm availability of the Road Scholar rate.
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