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The Sonoma Valley Film Festival announced today that it is currently accepting film entries for the 11th annual festival, taking place April 9 – 13, 2008, in the following categories: Feature, Documentary, Short Film and Animation.

Regular submission deadline for the 2008 festival is October 12, 2007. Late submission deadline is November 14, 2007. For information about submissions and the 2008 Sonoma Valley Film Festival visit: www.SonomaFilmFest.org.

Sponsored by Food & Wine, Entertainment Weekly and EW.com, the Sonoma Valley Film Festival offers all of the excitement, press exposure and stars of larger festivals without the hectic atmosphere or distracting handlers. Set in the heart of California’s historic and lush Wine Country, named one of America's "Top Ten Best Vacation Film Festivals," and called a “Cinematic magic carpet ride” by IFC News, the Sonoma Valley Film Festival prides itself on providing every filmmaker unique opportunities to mingle with breakthrough artists and industry leaders in one of the most intimate, unpretentious and indulgent settings in the world.

More than one third of the past 2007 Sonoma Valley Film Festival selections have already received theatrical release and national distribution deals. With unique opportunities for personal and relaxed face-time with key industry players, Sonoma has become a unique and seductive venue for launching independent films, as well as a hot zone for some of the best independent films of the year.

To recognize outstanding achievements in filmmaking, films selected for competition have the chance to win cash and prizes for the prestigious jury and audience awards as well as a just announced $10,000 CASH AWARD for Best Narrative Feature! Prize packages, which continue to be enhanced and enriched, will grow as the Festival approaches. Sonoma presents over 75 independent films annually, including feature length narratives, documentaries, shorts, student films, and for the second year in a row, a special animation category.

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Filmmakers are the ultimate VIPs in Sonoma, indulging in Sonoma’s unique film and wine pairing experience, with gourmet food and wine tastings before every film screening, curated by the world's only film festival sommelier. Each year, filmmakers are also treated to a dazzling schedule, including insider winery excursions, private luncheons, and a totally unique hospitality program that welcomes guests to stay in the most lovely and luxurious private homes in town.

Sonoma plays host to VIP receptions, filmmaker panels, an awards program, and special tributes to cinematic legends. World-class film programming, paired with the best of Wine Country cuisine in a stunning natural setting, make this an incomparably rich experience on the international festival circuit.

Industry stars who have participated in the Sonoma Valley Film Festival include John Lasseter of Pixar/Disney, Alexander Payne, Bonnie Hunt, Bruce Willis, Jon Favreau, Danny Glover, Tate Donovan, Blythe Danner, Joe Pantoliano, Jena Malone, John Ratzenberger, Agnieska Holland, Tony Shalhoub, legendary producer Saul Zaentz, and Robin Williams, among many others.

For more information, visit www.SonomaFilmFest.org.

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