2012 Whistler Film Festival Events
In addition to screening over 75 films from all around the world, the 2012 Whistler Film Festival presented a stellar lineup of awards ceremonies and tributes, industry initiatives and charity events:
Thursday, November 29
In Conversation & Trailblazer Award: Rashida Jones
Presented by Variety
Doors 6:30 PM, In Conversation 7:00 PM
Whistler Conference Centre | Accreditation or Ticket Required
Join us for an intimate conversation with Rashida Jones, recipient of the Whistler Film Festival’s Trailblazer Award for versatility in both comedic and dramatic roles and for her growing presence in Hollywood as a screenwriter. Rashida has quickly established herself as one of the industry's bright stars. The award will be presented at an informal In Conversation event hosted by Variety’s Executive Editor, Steven Gaydos, and followed by the Whistler premiere of Celeste and Jesse Forever. Co–writer and Actor Will McCormack will join the discussion and screening.
Friday, November 30
Film Lovers Unite for Charity: VIP Cocktail Party
Hosted by Artists for Peace and Justice Board Member George Stromboulopulos
6:30 – 8:30 PM
Private Residence | Tickets $150 per person
Lights, Camera, Action! Join us for an exclusive Cocktail Party, complete with celebrity appearances and live entertainment. Enjoy exquisite Pacific Northwest culinary creations provided by Whistler's award winning Araxi Restaurant combined with international wines and spirits, complimented by a live and silent auction.
Spotlight on Daniel Radcliffe
Doors 8:30 PM, Event 9:00 PM
Millennium Place | Tickets $50, Limited Pass Holder Access
The Whistler Film Festival shines the spotlight on the respected young British stage and film actor Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter film series, Kill Your Darlings, The F Word, Horns). Join us for an intimate evening conversation that will speak to his exciting career, three highly anticipated films and his return to London's West End stage slated for 2013.
Saturday, December 1
Film Lovers Unite for Charity: Celebrity Challenge Ski Race & Awards Luncheon
Registration and Continental Breakfast 8:30 - 9:30 AM | Mountain Club at Westin Resort
Race 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Whistler Blackcomb
Awards Luncheon 12:00 – 1:30 PM | Steeps Grill, Whistler Mountain
Ski with a Pro 1:30 – 3:30 PM | Whistler Blackcomb
The Whistler Film Festival's annual Celebrity Challenge is a dual-slalom ski race on Whistler Blackcomb. Open to teams of four novice, intermediate or expert skiers and/or snowboarders, teams join filmmakers, celebrities and world class athletes in a race where each team member takes two runs down a course, hoping to match their run times. The team with the closest combined time wins. The race is followed by an on–mountain luncheon and awards presentation. Plus each team gets its own private pro to ski with for the day.
Participation in the Celebrity Challenge is $250 per person or $1,000 per team of 4 (Includes lift ticket, Race, Awards Luncheon and Ski with an Extremely Canadian Pro).
Film Lovers Unite for Charity: Benefit Dinner
Hosted by Artists for Peace and Justice Board Member George Stromboulopulos
Reception 7:00 PM, Dinner 8:00 PM
Bearfoot Bistro | Tickets $395 per person
Extravagant and undeniably fun, this evening will be one to remember from the reception to the ultimate culinary experience. Bearfoot Bistro's award winning Executive Chef Melissa Craig opens her kitchen to Guest Chef Carlo Zarri from Piedmont, Italy, to create an exceptional Truffles & Hazelnuts five–course tasting menu paired with iconic wines from Rivetto. Celebrity performances and appearances will inspire this exquisite evening of pure decadence.