Dear Friends,

The 11&1/2 Polish Film Festival Los Angeles (just to get our dear audience used to the new timeframe of the 12th Film Festival in October of 2011) is around the corner, and we look forward to celebrating with you the achievements of Polish filmmakers from October 14 to 21, 2010.

At the Gala Opening at the Laemmle's Sunset 5 on October 14th we will present WBA.

The Gala Opening is a very special evening and is crucial to supporting our weeklong celebration of Polish films in Los Angeles. For this reason, the Gala Opening is by invitation only to supporters of the Festival [becoming a supporter is easy with a minimum donation of $30.00 before October 1, 2010 ($15.00 without reception)]. VIP seats are available for a minimum donation of $60.00.  Space is very limited, so please make your donation early to secure yourseat.  Please make your invaluable, tax-deductible financial contributions to: Polish American Film Society and mail your checks to 7726 Ethel Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91605, or go on line to http://www.polishfilmla.org and make a donation through PayPal.

For the eleventh and half time anniversary we will present the most recent achievements of Polish cinema, among others: DECALOGUE 89+ (Dekalog 89+) vol. 1 & 2, JANOSIK. THE TRUE STORY (Janosik. Prawdziwa historia) by Kasia Adamik & Agnieszka Holland, MALL GIRLS (Galerianki) by Katarzyna Roslaniec, MOTHER TERESA OF CATS (Matka Teresa od kotow) by Pawel Sala, ODD ONE OUT (Nie ten czlowiek) by Pawel Wendorff, PIGGIES (Swinki) by Robert Glinski.

Famous Polish actor Jan Nowicki accepted our invitation. We will screen two films with him in main role: THE HOUR-GLASS SANATORIUM by Wojciech Jerzy Has and BEFORE TWILIGHT by Jacek Blawut. 

In the segment of movies made by Polish filmmakers abroad we will present PLAYER by Alina Szpak.

To celebrate the 600-year anniversary of Grunwald Battle we will present THE TEUTONIC KNIGHTS (Krzyzacy) by Aleksander Ford.

 In the documentaries segment we will present THE LABYRINTH (Labirynt) by Jason A. Schmidt, IRENA SENDLER: IN THE NAME OF THEIR MOTHERS by Mary Skinner, TOURNEE by Andrzej Mankowski, BEATS OF FREEDOM by Wojciech Slota & Leszek Gnoinski.

In the animation category we will present a layout of films prepared by  Balbina Bruszewska, produced by Se-Ma-For Production Company.

The Festival continues to grow each year by screening more films and drawing larger crowds. As we expand, we seek increased support for this truly unique and rewarding "Holiday of Polish Cinema." This is where our friends, patrons and valued sponsors (you can find sponsorship opportunities on our web site) can help. As a loyal supporter of the Polish Film Festival Los Angeles you recognize the importance of promoting Polish film and Polish culture in Hollywood. Without such generosity and support, this event would not be possible. We thank you for your anticipated support.

Sincerely,
 
Vladek Juszkiewicz with the Board of Directors and Members of the Honorary Committee
 
P.S. Please remember that every dollar counts, so please donate any amount suitable to you!