Aspen Shortsfest

Considered one of North America's premier short film and video festivals, Aspen Shortsfest brings filmmakers and film lovers together in Aspen just in time to enjoy sunny ski days and celebrate that most innovative and vibrant voice on the cinematic landscape – the short. Filmmakers from around the world compete for significant cash prizes. With screenings, workshops, panels and late night festivities, Aspen Shortsfest offers many opportunities to mix and mingle with the industry’s up-and-coming film talent. Surrounded by pristine mountains with the very best in dining and accommodation, filmmakers and lovers alike return again and again to experience Aspen Shortsfest and also the very best in competition – a qualifier for Academy Award consideration! Recent guests include Oscar winners Alexander Payne and Jim Taylor, Academy luminaries Frank Pierson and Jon Bloom, and award-winning directors, producers and cinematographers like Paul Haggis, Julie Taymor, Paul Mazursky, Scott McGehee, David Siegel, Jack Lechner, Karen Murphy, John Bailey, Nancy Schreiber and many more.I edited my profile with Thomas' Myspace Editor V4.4