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The 2015 Maui Film Festival at Wailea is speeding at us like a comet and set to land June 3 to 7 at various starry night venues around the resort area.
Those hoping to glimpse A-lister celebs and honorees, such as Laura Dern and Colin Farrell, and wanting to see cutting-edge films, may also want to take advantage of going to the culinary parties.
“Descriptions and pricing of all three of the 2015 Maui Film Festival’s ‘Tastes’ follow below,” says festival founder Barry Rivers. “Individual tickets, $195 each at full value, are available at a special Mother’s Day price of $165 through Monday.”
Taste of Summer Opening Party: The Grand Wailea will present an oceanfront gala from 5 to 7 p.m. June 3. “We’re keeping the details of this party under wraps for now but guarantee you an event to remember,” says Rivers. “Each ticket includes admission to Wednesday Night’s Celestial Cinema Double Feature.”
Taste of Chocolate: From 8 to 10 p.m. June 5, the Four Seasons Resort Maui will host Maui Film Festival’s over-the-top event for chocolate lovers. Dress up to experience the extraordinary flavors and enjoy the sensual phenomenon.
Taste of Wailea: From 4:30 to 7 p.m. June 6 at the Wailea Gold & Emerald Golf Course. “TOW, as we call it, is both the granddaddy of all festival parties and the ‘crown jewel’ of the festival’s culinary arts celebrations,” says Rivers. “Each ticket includes admission to that night’s Celestial Cinema double feature.” NOTE: This special event is restricted to those age 21 years and older.
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More in store for pass holders
For those wanting to step it up for an even more spectacular 2015 Maui Film Festival experience, there are also special Mother’s Day savings on the festival’s Twilight, Comet and Stardust passes. Each pass, with a total value of $460, is available through Monday for $360. Each includes admission to your choice of one of the 16th annual Maui Film Festival’s “Tastes” – the Taste of Summer (Twilight), Taste of Chocolate (Comet) and Taste of Wailea (Stardust) – in addition to all festival films at any venue, festival tributes and filmmakers panels.
“There is also a Cosmos Pass, valued at $900 and available for $720 until Monday, that includes all three ‘Tastes’ noted above as well as all films, tributes and panels,” says Rivers.
Last but not least, those wanting to enjoy the ultimate Maui Film Festival experience may purchase the Big Bang VIP Patron Pass that offers all kinds of special benefits, such as admission to the VIP soiree at Spago for the A-listers.
* For more details, call 579-9244 or visit www.mauifilmfestival.com.