Opening Night Event 10/16/2003 “Blizzard” 2003 Truly Moving Picture Award Winner Sponsored by Indianapolis Motor Speedway Reception 6:30 p.m. Screening 7:30 p.m. Ticket price: Adult $15 Child $10 Hilbert Circle Theatre 45 Monument Circle Indianapolis, IN 46204 Limited Seating Available Call the Hilbert Circle Theatre at 1-800-366-8457 or 1-317-639-4300 to purchase tickets. Join Heartland for the world premiere of “Blizzard,” including a Question & Answer session with the filmmakers following the movie. Special guests expected include: LeVar Burton (Director), Robert Schwartz, (Executive Producer), Ralph Winter (Executive Producer), Leif Bristow (Producer), who also conceived the original story, Zoe Warner (Katie) and select cast members. Ten-year-old Jess’ world seems to be falling apart. Heartbroken when her best friend moves away, her Aunt Millie tells Jess a most extraordinary story of friendship. We are drawn into the magical world of Santa, his elves and his reindeer. Blizzard, the most unique of all Santa’s reindeer, risks her special powers to help 10-year-old Katie, her dear friend. As Aunt Millie tells this fascinating story, Jess comes to understand that a strong friendship won't fade if she keeps it alive in her heart. "Blizzard" stars Brenda Blethyn, Kevin Pollack, Christopher Plummer as Santa Claus and Whoopi Goldberg as the voice of Blizzard.

	Crystal Heart Awards Program 10/18/2003 Crystal Heart Awards Program Doors Open 7:30 p.m. Seating 8:00 p.m. Program 8:15 p.m. Afterglow Party 10:00 p.m. Ticket price: $35 Conseco Fieldhouse 125 South Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 For more information and to order tickets, call toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Heartland Film Festival invites you to celebrate and honor the 2003 Crystal Heart Award and Jimmy Stewart Memorial Crystal Heart Award winners. John Dye (“Touched by an Angel”) will be the Master of Ceremonies. After the awards program, mingle with filmmakers and stars during the Afterglow Party while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and live music performed by Zanna-Doo. Special guests include: LeVar Burton, Barbara Billingsley and Charlie Robinson. Black Tie Optional Gingiss Formal Wear is proud to support the Heartland Film Festival Crystal Heart Awards Gala. Mention the Crystal Heart Awards Gala and receive a 25% discount on any tuxedo rental or a 10% retail discount. Reservations are also available for the Crystal Heart Awards Gala Dinner by calling toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Ticket price is $150.

	Filmmakers' Brunch 10/19/2003 Filmmakers’ Brunch Sponsored by Marriott Downtown Reception 11:00 a.m. Brunch 11:30 a.m. Ticket price: $30 Marriott Downtown 350 West Maryland Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 Limited Seating Available For more information and to order tickets, call toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Join the 2003 Heartland award-winning filmmakers and special guests for an informal “meet and greet” reception and fabulous brunch, including a Question & Answer session with the filmmakers.

	Family Event 10/19/2003 “Beauty and the Beast” Sponsored by Marsh Screening 2:00 p.m. Party 3:30 p.m. Ticket price: Adult $12 Child $10 Indiana History Center Theater 450 West Ohio Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 Limited Seating Available For more information and to order tickets, call toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Be our guest for one of Disney’s most critically acclaimed and award-winning films of all time! Enjoy watching “Beauty and the Beast” on the big screen and meeting the producer, Don Hahn, at a party following the movie. This classic tale, as old as time, is spun with magical moments and unforgettable characters. “Beauty and the Beast” won the prestigious Golden Globe for Best Picture (1991, Best Comedy or Musical) and is the only animated film ever nominated for a Best Picture Academy Award®.

	Special Screening of Secret Santa 10/19/2003 “Secret Santa” Sponsored by WTHR Channel 13 Screening 6:30 p.m. Reception 8:30 p.m. Ticket price: $12 Indiana History Center Theater 450 West Ohio Street Indianapolis, IN 46202 Limited Seating Available For more information and to order tickets, call toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Enjoy a special screening of “Secret Santa” before it premieres on NBC-TV this holiday season! Beth Polson (Executive Producer), Robert Tate Miller (Writer), and stars Barbara Billingsley and Charlie Robinson will be present for a Question & Answer session and reception following the movie. “Secret Santa” is the story of Rebecca, played by Jennie Garth, a young journalist whose cynical take on Christmas lands her in a small town on assignment for “The Indianapolis Sentinel.” Her mission to uncover the identity of the town’s mysterious philanthropist, “Secret Santa,” leads her to some unlikely suspects and ultimately to the true meaning of Christmas.

	Education Seminar 10/20/2003 Education Seminar Sponsored by Indiana Film Commission & Cinergy Foundation Check-in 8:45 a.m. Morning Session: 9:15 a.m. to Noon Independent Film Distribution Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Screenwriting Ticket prices: $25 ($15 for Students) 30 South Meridian Auditorium on Eighth Floor Indianapolis, IN 46204 Limited Seating Available For more information and to order tickets, call toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Film fans and filmmakers alike are welcomed to participate in this educational program. The morning panel session will explore different methods of film distribution, including theatrical and video. Panelists include: Steve Rothenberg, President of Domestic Theatrical Distribution at Artisan Entertainment; Bob Tollini, independent video distribution consultant and former Senior Vice President of Marketing at Major Video Concepts; and select 2003 Crystal Heart Award winning filmmakers. The afternoon session will focus on the methodology of screenwriting. Marc St. Germain, a playwright and screenwriter, will lead the discussion.

	Closing Night Event - SOLD OUT 10/24/2003 “Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” Sponsored by Paul & Cindy Skjodt, Ian, Erik, & Samantha Reception 6:00 p.m. Screening 7:00 p.m. Ticket prices: $15 IMAX Theater The Indiana State Museum 650 West Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Limited Seating Available For more information and to order tickets, call toll free 1-866-HFF-1010. Get your tickets now for an encore presentation of the second film in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. Come, be moved by this epic tale of good versus evil. A pre-movie reception and the unique atmosphere of the IMAX Theater will make this more than just a normal trip to the theatre. “Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers” follows the continuing quest of Frodo Baggins and the Fellowship that has joined together to destroy the One Ring and stand against the evil of the dark lord Sauron.