Message from the Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival:
“Principal Large Format joins JHWFF Board of Directors – Based in the UK, Principal Large Format (PLF) develops and produces 3D features for theatrical release and broadcast distribution. Recently co-producing Meerkats 3D, with OSF for National Geographic Channels and Sky, and Carmen in 3D for RealD and the Royal Opera House PLF has just announced its latest endeavor, a 3D cinema project, Madama Butterfly 3D again for RealD and the Royal Opera House. CEO and Founder, Phil Streather, will represent PLF on the JHWFF Board of Directors. His classic IMAX 3D film, Bugs! 3D, was reversioned for Digital Cinema and won the Best Special Venue award at JHWFF in 2009. For the last five years, Phil has been central in JHWFF initiatives focused on 3D, leading several panels and hands-on workshops.
“Programs completed between JUNE 1st, 2009 and MAY 31st, 2011 are eligible for entry. For full category descriptions, requirements and online submissions, click here.”
The Jackson Hole Wildlife Film Festival brings together the world’s best natural history broadcasters, producers and filmmakers and other industry professionals with leading scientists, journalists, and conservationists, for one remarkable week each autumn. They gather from around the world in the heart of Grand Teton National Park to explore new media technologies and emerging market opportunities, exchange ideas, and honor notable achievements that have been made in environmental conservation and media. This year’s Festival itself is slated for October 3-7.
2011 Festival Dates
Call for Entries: March 1, 2011
Speaker and Panels Nominations: Opens April 1, 2011
Early-Bird Registration Opens: May 1, 2011
Film Competition Deadline: June 1, 2011
Extended Film Deadline (with Surcharge): June 15, 2011
Discounted Early-Bird Registration Closes: June 30, 2011
Preliminary Judging Begins: July 1, 2011
Film Competition Finalists Announced: July 15, 2011
Delegate List Posted Online: September 1, 2011
Festival Schedule Posted Online: September 1, 2011
TEDx Jackson Hole: October 2, 2011