Jim Thorpe Independent Film Festival

Gabrielle - Teen Drama (USA) 13:31 Friday, April 23rd @ 11:00AM - Block 2 Directed by: Nicola Rose... TIX: https://jtiff2021.eventive.org/fil/6061397c2abd9c00631dbe20 SYNOPSIS: When 13-year-old Gabrielle signs up for ballet, she encounters bullying from her teacher and true friendship where she least expects it. A story about overcoming bullying, body image, friendship and knowing your worth. https://vimeo.com/342618129

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RYDE-SHARE - Comedy (USA) 5:00 APRIL 25TH @ 11AM BLOCK 14 (LOCAL HEROES) Director: Tyler Jones & Saleem Irvin... TIX: https://jtiff2021.eventive.org/fil/60614f93647742004c4bac03 SYNOPSIS: A dramatic short of boy meets girl, as he’s roped into a conversation and becomes entranced by love at first sight.

THE VASECTOMY DOCTOR - Documentary (Ireland) 10:47 SUNDAY, APRIL 25TH @ 1PM BLOCK 15 (MY PASSION) TIX:... https://jtiff2021.eventive.org/fil/6061519f0baf2e007c1d520f Director: Paul Webster SYNOPSIS: Dr. Andrew Rynne was the first doctor to perform vasectomies in Ireland; he estimates that he has performed over 35,000. This is a distinction that did not come without controversy in the extremely Catholic Ireland of the nineteen seventies and eighties, but Dr. Rynne persevered in the face of opposition from the church. In the eighties, he challenged the restrictive laws on contraceptives by selling condoms without a prescription. He got his day in court and forced the government to change policy. In 1990, Dr. Rynne was about to perform a vasectomy on a patient, when a gunman entered his surgery and shot him. After surviving the attempt on his life, he would later meet with his assailant and forgive him.

Tank Hallow is a FANTASTIC hike close to Jim Thorpe, PA. Get an early start on the day & then get to the Opera House and relax for a full day of screenings! Best of both worlds. April 22- 25! ... TIX: https://jtiff2021.eventive.org/films

AFSLUITDIJK - Comedy (Netherlands) 3:07 SUNDAY, APRIL 25TH @ 1PM - BLOCK 15 (MY PASSION) Director: Edwoudt Boonstra (2019) ... TIX: https://jtiff2021.eventive.org/fil/6061510566401400c93ff193 SYNOPSIS: Afsluitdijk is a fictional film about the world’s longest causeway. Afsluitdijk tells the tale of ants, Sofie Lely, the great granddaughter of the engineer of The Afsluitdijk, and mixes facts with fiction and previously unknown tennis-related easter eggs. Afsluitdijk was shot on 16mm film during a sunny October weekend. #jimthorpeindiefilmfestival #filmfestival #filmfestival #independentfilm #indiefilm #supportindiefilm #jimthorpepa #filmfreeway #independentfilm #filmfest #filmmaking #indiefilms #shortfilms #mauchchunkoperahouse #lehighvalley #film #poconos #filmproducer #filmproduction #filmdirector #jimthorpe #indiefilm #indiefilmmaker

Dear Friends, Due to the most recent COVID-19 restrictions announced by the Pennsylvania Governor, we have once again decided to move our schedule. The new dates for JTIFF are now November 12-15, 2020. We are holding out hope that things may begin to move in a positive direction by that time. Of course, all Sponsorships, VIP Passes and gift certificates will remain valid for the new dates. Thank you for your continued support and understanding! Stay safe! JTIFF