The Poppy Jasper International Film Festival (PJIFF) is back in 2023 and ready to shine a light on talented filmmakers from around the world. From April 12th to April 19th, the festival will showcase a diverse selection of films, including features, documentaries, shorts, and panels.

PJIFF’s feature films this year include Antarctica, Bolan’s Shoes, and Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game. The documentaries are The Creative High, Roots of Fire, and Jack Has A Plan. The festival will also be showcasing a variety of short films from around the globe, including those from the United Kingdom, Iran, Germany, Brazil, and Mexico.

The festival will open with its Youth and Student Festival Day on April 12th, followed by the local filmmaker showcase on April 13th. The legendary Poppy Bash will be held on Friday, April 14th at Capos Event Center in Gilroy, CA. The evening will include a musical presentation by Grammy Award winner and President of Paramount Worldwide Publishing and Music artist Randy Spendlove.

PJIFF will also be awarding its Icon Award to distinguished artists, actors, and writers for their contributions to the film community. Kat Dyson, award-winning guitarist and composer, will be receiving the PJIFF Icon Award this year. On Monday, April 17th, the festival will have its Mexico Day where it will showcase films celebrating the language and culture of Mexico as well as presenting its Icon Award to Lupe Valdez, a producer, actor, screenwriter, and costume designer.

On Tuesday, April 19th, the festival will have its LGBTQ+ Day that will showcase short films from around the world. In addition, to commemorate PJIFF, five local breweries representing each of the hosting cities will be working together to craft a special beer.

Award-winning British actor Ian Puleston-Davies, who stars in Bolan’s Shoes, will be attending the festival and participating in the Q&A after the screening on Saturday, April 15th.

Don’t miss out on this celebration of global cinema. Tickets and passes are now available on PJIFF’s website, with a special super early bird price available until March 10th. Get your tickets now and be a part of this exciting event!

Grab your tickets here!