Film Festival Kicks Off in Hamilton

08/04/2011

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The Slater Brothers’ Hamilton International Festival is entering its third year and it is proving to be much more than just another Film Festival. Originally, the brothers established the Festival to give back to small central New York Community they grew-up in. But the festival seems to be turning into a prime networking spot for filmmakers from across the continent and that is fine with Todd and Grant Slater. “One of the things we both wanted was a Festival that would bring the film makers in close contact with the community and each other. The size of Hamilton and how we present the four day event, really forces film makers to interact with each other and the community in general.” states, Grant Slater. “Hamilton is a great place. Once you are in town, you can walk everywhere and we really encourage the filmmakers to participate in all our functions and enjoy their time in the village. Because it is so easy to get around, we have found that the film makers have really been supportive of each other and the festival in general”, adds Todd Slater. The result is that many of the Film Makers have developed friendships with the Brothers and collaborated on projects long after the Festival has ended.

Since the Slater Brothers’ inaugural Hamilton International Film Festival first launched three years ago, several  entertainment projects have developed as a direct result of the event. The Brothers are currently working on a Documentary film titled, The General. The film is based on the 1990 Colgate University Men’s Ice Hockey Team that reached the NCAA National Championship Game despite having no scholarships. Documentary film maker Kenny MacBain, a participate in last year’s Festival, will be directing.
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Lineup Announced for Hamilton International Film Festival

07/15/2011

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Slater Brothers Entertainment’s Hamilton International Film Festival (HIFF), founded by brothers Wade, Grant and Todd Slater, whose father, Terry Slater, was the head hockey coach at Colgate University for 15 years, is returning for a 3rd year with an impressive all star line up of films, charity themed events and parties.

The Festival is set to take place August 4th – 7th, 2011. The brother’s efforts to bring back top international films, award winning directors, and academy nominated actors is based on their  desire to expand the arts and film awareness in Central New York. This year’s festival also has screenings dedicated to organizations and charities close to the brother’s hearts, including Thursday night, August 4th screening at the Hamilton Movie Theater where 100% of proceeds will be dedicated by SBE to Hamilton Central School.

Through the Film Festival, the Slater brothers aim to bring a piece of Hollywood back to the area they proudly grew up in and provide a platform to recognize local area talent and advance the careers of aspiring filmmakers. Supported by the town of Hamilton, NY and Colgate University, this year’s festival will have some of the biggest filmmakers and entertainment companies in attendance. The first film will be screened at 7pm on Thursday night at the Hamilton theater and events will continue throughout the weekend, capped off with a festival closing night party and guest DJ at the newly renovated Colgate Inn in downtown Hamilton.  

Todd Slater’s announcement of the line up and scheduled filmmakers set to appear came with great excitement, “This year we wanted to get the best films possible for our festival so we reached out to some of the world’s best international film festivals, including Cannes, Toronto and Tribeca, and we got an incredible response. We feel very fortunate to have award winning selections as well as many of the directors, producers and stars attending who are responsible for them. My brothers and I started this festival week to give back to the area we grew up in. We couldn’t think of a better way to promote the arts of Central New York than by hosting this annual event.”


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Hamilton Film Festival Attracts Award Winning Film Makers.

06/24/2011

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Slater Brothers Entertainment’s Hamilton International Film Festival (HIFF), is returning for a 3rd year with an impressive all star line up of films, charity themed events and parties. The festival was founded by brothers Wade, Grant and Todd Slater, whose father, Terry Slater, was the head hockey coach at Colgate University for 15 years.
The Festival is set to take place August 4th – 7th, 2011. The brother’s efforts to bring back top international films, award winning directors, and academy nominated actors is based on their  desire to expand the arts and film awareness in Central New York. This year’s festival also has screenings dedicated to organizations and charities close to the brother’s hearts, including Thursday night, August 4th screening at the Hamilton Movie Theater where 100% of proceeds will be dedicated by SBE to Hamilton Central School.

Through the Film Festival, the Slater brothers aim to bring a piece of Hollywood back to the area they proudly grew up in and provide a platform to recognize local area talent and advance the careers of aspiring filmmakers. Supported by the town of Hamilton, NY and Colgate University, this year’s festival will have some of the biggest filmmakers and entertainment companies in attendance. The first film will be screened at 7pm on Thursday night at the Hamilton theater and events will continue throughout the weekend, capped off with a festival closing night party and guest DJ at the newly renovated Colgate Inn in downtown Hamilton.  

Todd Slater’s announcement of the line up and scheduled filmmakers set to appear came with great excitement, “This year we wanted to get the best films possible for our festival so we reached out to some of the world’s best international film festivals, including Cannes, Toronto and Tribeca, and we got an incredible response. We feel very fortunate to have award winning selections as well as many of the directors, producers and stars attending who are responsible for them. My brothers and I started this festival week to give back to the area we grew up in. We couldn’t think of a better way to promote the arts of Central New York than by hosting this annual event.”
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