The Philadelphia Festival of Russian Films is presented by the Pennsylvania-Russia Business Council in conjunction with the New York Festival of Russian Films. The Philadelphia Festival will offer two of the best titles from the New York show. Each of these entries are brand new, previously unseen works by major Russian directors. Both directors will be present in person to introduce their films and moderate post-viewing discussions. Mr. Piorunsky, First Deputy Chairman of the Russian Film Makers Union will be heading this delegation.

This will be the inaugural screening of what is to become a major annual cultural event in the Greater Philadelphia region. It represents the first-ever opportunity for the area's substantial Russian-speaking population as well as numerous enthusiasts of foreign film to see the best in contemporary Russian cinema.

• Captain's Daughter – Screening: Wednesday, November 1^st

Directed by Alexander Proshkin. Based on Alexander Pushkin's classic novel of military intrigue and epic romance in czarist Russia. The life and love of young Masha Mironova and Petr Grinev are threatened with the most severe blows during the times of the Pugachev rebellion. The official Opening Night feature of this year's New York Festival of Russian Films.

• His Wife's Diary – Screening: Thursday, November 2^nd

Directed by Alexei Uchitel. The film unveils the hidden private side of the great Russian writer and Nobel Laureate, Ivan Alekseivich Bunin’s life. Living in emigration in France, away from Russia, Bunin can’t find peace in his own family.The official Closing Night feature of this year’s New York Festival.

For further details please contact Val Kogan, President, phone: (215) 708-2628, (215) 963-7079, email: prbc@worldnet.att.net or visit the PRBC website at www.fita.org/prbc

List of Sponsors

October 18, 2000

Dear Sir or Madam:

You are cordially invited to be a sponsor of the upcoming Philadelphia Festival of Russian Films which will take place 8:00 p.m. on November 1st and 2nd, 2000. The Philadelphia Festival is presented by the Pennsylvania-Russia Business Council in conjunction with the New York Festival of Russian Films and will offer two of the best titles from the New York show. This will be the inaugural screening of what is to become a major annual cultural event in the Greater Philadelphia region. It represents the first-ever opportunity for the area's substantial Russian-speaking population as well as numerous enthusiasts of foreign film to see the best in contemporary Russian cinema.

This year's films will be shown at the AMC Orleans 8 Theater, 2247 Bleigh Street in Northeast Philadelphia. A private Opening Reception will be held Wednesday, November 1st at the Union League of Philadelphia (click here for directions) for Festival Sponsors and members of the Russian Filmmakers delegation. Each of these films represents brand new, previously unseen works by major Russian directors. Both directors will be present in person to introduce their films and moderate post-viewing discussions.

Featured films include:

• Captain's Daughter - Screening: Wednesday, November 1st.
  Directed by Alexander Proshkin. Based on Alexander Pushkin's classic novel of military intrigue and epic romance in czarist Russia. The life and love of young Masha Mironova and Petr Grinev are threatened with the most severe blows during the times of the Pugachev rebellion. The official Opening Night feature of this year's New York Festival of Russian Films.

• His Wife's Diary - Screening: Thursday, November 2nd.
  Directed by Alexei Uchitel. The film unveils the hidden private side of the great Russian writer and Nobel Laureate, Ivan Alekseivich Bunin's life. Living as an emigrant in France, away from Russia, Bunin can't find peace in his own family. The official Closing Night feature of this year's New York Festival of Russian Films.

By becoming a sponsor of the Philadelphia Festival of Russian Films, you will help to promote understanding and awareness of Russian contemporary art and culture for American audiences by providing the opportunity to bring high-quality Russian cinema to the Delaware Valley. Your support will be instrumental in defraying the substantial costs of hosting a delegation of Russian filmmakers and securing the necessary screening venues as well as other related expenses. In return, you will be given an excellent forum to promote your business name to ensure its higher visibility within the Russian-speaking community and among those interested in various aspects related to modern Russia.

I sincerely hope that you will choose to be one of the participants in the sponsorship program of the Philadelphia Festival of Russian Films. The various available levels of sponsorship and their detailed benefits are listed on the attached pages. Please contact the PRBC office at (215) 708-2628, (215) 963-7079 or e-mail us at prbc@worldnet.att.net if you have any questions or would like additional information regarding the festival and its sponsorship arrangements.

Sincerely,

Val Kogan
PRBC President

• Table with your company's promotional literature at the Festival Screenings
• Display of banner with your company name and logo at the Festival Screenings and private Opening Reception
• Recognition of sponsorship during Festival's private Opening Reception and Screenings
• 6 VIP invitations to the private Opening Reception with the film directors
• 8 VIP tickets to each screening
• Recognition of your company as a sponsor in promotional materials of the Festival

• Table with your company's promotional literature at the Festival Screenings
• Recognition of sponsorship during Festival's private Opening Reception
• 4 VIP invitations to the private Opening Reception with the film directors
• 4 VIP tickets to each screening
• Recognition of your company as a sponsor in promotional materials of the Festival

• Recognition of sponsorship during Festival's private Opening Reception
• 2 VIP invitations to the private Opening Reception with the film directors
• 2 VIP tickets to each screening

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