Was held October 17 -27, 2024

My oldest friend’s (we’ve know each other since 1st grade) husband passed away in October.  It was unexpected and I am truly sorry for her loss.  I was very glad to be able to take some time off before and after the funeral to be with her, in Florida (2 days after Milton) but thankfully, her area was not affected. I was definitely focused on her grief and if need be would have stayed longer, but secretly, selfishly, I was so relieved I could, without guilt, be back in time for the start of The Philadelphia Film Festival.  It’s become such a natural part of my fall happenings for so many years running, it would feel weird not to attend. #PFF33 did not have as large a number of directors and guests as #PFF32  (see last year’s coverage) READ MORE