Louisiana International Film Festival kicks off in B.R. Friday

Many studio and independent films have called Louisiana home over the past years. Whether a film has used the state’s local flair and scenery, like the hit Pitch Perfect, or used a local studio, like this weekend’s Oblivion, Louisiana has made a name for itself as one of “the” places to make movies.
This weekend, the inaugural Louisiana International Film Festival will host a bevy of feature films, documentaries and mentorship programs in New Orleans and Baton Rouge to foster and celebrate the state’s creative filmmaking spirit.

The event kicks off in New Orleans Thursday night with a screening of Twenty Feet from Stardom at the Joy Theatre. During the rest of the weekend, films and discussions will take place across multiple venues in Baton Rouge. Among the films being screened are The Iceman with Michael Shannon and Ray Liotta; The We and I, director Michel Gondry’s latest film; the critically acclaimed Gimme the Loot; the sleeper hit of Sundance, The East; and many more.

For a full schedule, ticket prices and more information, visit the festival website. Also, check out Jeff Roedel’s blog on the 10 films you can’t miss.