Ice Bears of the Beaufort is a film of stunning beauty and yet it is a timely warning about a species facing possible extinction as we enter a new global climate.
Ice Bears of the Beaufort will be shown on the big screen when the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival 2009 returns February 19-22 for four days of the best ocean films and filmmakers from around the world.
Now in its sixth year, the San Francisco Ocean Film Festival returns to present more than 35 documentary, fictional, and animated films from around the world. The films, many largely not available to the public, are intended not only to entertain the audience but, more importantly to educate and encourage active participation in ocean conservation.
To achieve this goal, each program is followed by in-depth discussions with filmmakers and content experts, creating a unique public forum on the environmental, social, and cultural importance of marine resources.
SFOFF 2009 will attract more than 4,500 people to one of the most anticipated and inclusive ocean events of the year.
One of the films being shown this year is Ice Bears of the Beaufort by PolarArt Productions. Here's the SFOFF review:
"Stunning, unrushed cinematography and editing; natural sound with no narration; and a spare music score by Patrick O'Hearn transform this film into a meditative plea to protect one of the most awesomely powerful—and comically playful—animals on earth. Can this magnificent bear and its largely unknown world of snow-capped mountains and magnificent skyscapes cope with ill-considered oil development, marine pollution, and global warming? It's a question perhaps only we can answer. "
For the full program schedule, film information and trailers, visit Film Program 2009
For full immersion, get a Festival Pass good for all films at the Cowell Theater for $60,or get an all-access VIP Festival Pass that includes the Opening Night Party and all films for $110.
Buy tickets and passes here or call .
You may also send an email to SFOFF at:
Other links you may find useful:
California Academy of Sciences and Steinhart Aquarium at Golden Gate Park
Ferry Building Marketplace - a complete guide
San Francisco's Best Beefsteak Hamburger (was featured on the Food Channel)
San Francisco Taxi Cab Scams - READ THIS WARNING!
KQED Call for Entries: Documentary & Short Video & Filmmakers Wanted
SF Bay Area Transit Systems - bus, streetcar, light rail, cable cars, trains & ferries
San Francisco Maritime National Park (tour sailing ships & a WWII submarine)
More Polar Bear information from World Wildlife Fund
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