Northampton, MA: October 24, 25, & 26, 2008
films for independent minds
The 14th annual festival, which was held on October, 24, 25 & 26, 2008, brought together some of the finest independent filmmakers from across the region and around the globe. The 2008 festival featurde more than 80 films, running the gamut from dramatic features to comedies and from shorts to documentaries.
NIFF caters to filmgoers with an appetite for artistic adventure, intellectual discussion and originality.
“The City of Northampton is very proud to play host to the Film Festival for the 14th year. While every year brings us a “New World” of innovative filmmaking and intriguing ideas, this year’s lineup promises to be exceptional. To paraphrase the Bard, ‘Oh what a New World that hath such talented filmmakers in it!’ “
-Mary Clare Higgins, Mayor of Northampton
