BPFF Announces Program for Its Thirteenth Season

150 150 Boston Palestine Film Festival

10 Days of Palestinian Narratives

The full schedule for #BPFF2019 is now online!

Opening Film: It Must Be Heaven

Friday, October 18, 2019 ~ 7 pm
Remis Auditorium – Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

A man escapes from Palestine seeking an alternative homeland, only to find that Palestine is trailing behind him.

Director Elia Suleiman invited
Tickets: $20 Non-MFA member, $16 MFA member – On Sale 9/19

Opening Party

Friday, October 18, 2019 ~ 9:30 pm
Taste Cafe – Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, outside Remis

Live music and dancing
Admission included in film ticket
Cash Bar; valid ID required

Closing Film: The Tower

Sunday, October 27, 2019 ~ 3 pm
Remis Auditorium – Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

An uplifting, beautifully animated film that captures the story of Palestine through four generations.

Director Mats Grorud in conversation
Tickets: $15 Non-MFA member, $12 MFA member – On Sale 9/19

Shareables

Help spread the word: Decorate your Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter with our festival banners and show your support for #BPFF2019! Visit our Collateral page to download shareable digital assets.

TIPS ON VIEWING THIS YEAR’S VIRTUAL FESTIVAL

Which films screen on which days?

All films offered virtually can be viewed any time during the 10 days.

Can I view films virtually even if I live outside the Boston area?

Yes. Please be advised that some films have georestrictions set by the filmmaker or distributor. Each film’s georestriction is specified in its listing.

I have a ticket, now how do I view the film?

Once the festival opens, on October 13 at 6 pm, the ticket unlocks the film and makes it available for viewing. You’ll be able to watch all virtual screenings via Apple TV, Roku, and Android TV as well as screencasting from your PC or mobile device.

After I’ve started a film, can I pause it or will I lose access?

Yes, you can pause the film.

How long do I have to view the film?

From the moment you unlock a film, you have 48 hours to finish viewing it.

Where can I get support if problems arise?

On the BPFF Virtual Festival page, click on the Need Help? button in the top right-hand corner. Click to see FAQs and launch live help via Chat.

Can I use my 3 Film Pass or Full Festival Pass to attend a live screening?

No, live screenings require purchase of a separate ticket.

 

Still have questions?

Email us at info@bostonpalestinefilmfest.org.