As famed Waterville festival prepares to open, it shines a light on one of its founders

Alan Sanborn is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award as part of the 25th Maine International Film Festival, a 10-day affair that's become a staple of cinephiles in the state.

Finding Our Voices short documentaries featured in MIFF showings

Maine International Film Festival in Waterville to honor actor Debra Winger

Winger, known for acclaimed performances in films such as "A Dangerous Woman" and "Terms of Endearment," will be honored with the Mid-Life Achievement Award July 15 at the 25th annual festival.

‘The Catch’ a spin on a 2009 crime off the Maine coast

Matthew Ya-Hsuing Balzer said that inspiration for his film, which is showing during the Maine International Film Festival, comes from a 2009 shooting on Matinicus Isle.

MIFF Review: ‘The Catch’ features gifted artists who help create a gorgeous visions of our coast

The stars Bill Sage, Katia Winter, Kyle Gallner, James McMenamin, Emy Coligado and Jere Burns all helped Matthew Ya-Hsiung Balzer’s dream come to the screen, says J.P. Devine.

Rangeley welcomes the return of MIFF in the Mountains film festival

An opening night reception with William Wegman will take place at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30. Discussions will be held after each film.

Maine International Film Festival to kick off Friday in Waterville

The 22nd annual festival, which takes place July 12-21 at Railroad Square Cinema and the Waterville Opera House, will include films, workshops, receptions and parties for film enthusiasts to interact with writers, directors, producers and actors.

Waterville’s Maine International Film Festival announces opening night film, achievement award winner

The 22nd annual festival that runs July 12-21 will open with "Blow the Man Down," a movie made in Maine with a mix of "dark humor, suspense, saltiness," according to organizers.