2014

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Indiewire has undoubtedly had the most impact on independent cinema since it began in 1996, and as their Chief Film Critic and Senior Editor--and manager of their Criticwire Network--Eric Kohn enlightens audiences through enthusiastic and intelligent insight that immediately sparks conversation amongst industry and fans alike. Prior to Indiewire, Kohn worked with film festivals and reviewed domestic and international films for numerous entertainment publications.

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The Legendary MARTIN COOPER "The artist and the engineer have many things in common. One is passion. How can you work on something for 20, 30 ... even 40 years, holding onto an idea you know is right...until the world eventually adopts that idea?" Martin "Marty" Cooper exemplifies the never-ending passion needed to fuel great creations of science and art. In a world where instantaneous success often replaces lasting impact, Marty's life and work showcase a brilliant mind, ebullient spirit and massive heart.

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With his piercing blue eyes, sexy "tough guy" appeal and endless charisma, Christopher Meloni may be best recognized for his portrayal as the idealistic, straight-laced Detective Elliot Stabler on NBC's Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (a role for which he's been dubbed "TV's Foxiest Detective" on more than one occasion). But, his portfolio reveals one of the most diverse repertoires in his field, and Meloni demonstrates time and again his ability to hold our attention captive, while infusing any character he portrays with an ineffable brilliance.

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Kenneth Turan continues to shape the landscape of the film industry and how audiences connect with films that are both impactful and entertaining. As the film critic for the Los Angeles Times and National Public Radio's Morning Edition, his honest and forthright reviews have changed the lives and careers of thousands of artists. His passion for great cinema is infectious, and his voracious readership looks for his guidance in the search for sophisticated entertainment. Join Mr.

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GRAND PIANO screening (starring John Cusack and Elijah Wood) with HARRY KNOWLES Conversation Harry Knowles redefined the audience's relationship with cinema when he founded the immensely popular Ain't It Cool News, revolutionizing the film criticism industry and empowering the "fanboy" as a highly impactful force in Hollywood. An iconic figure among film geeks, Knowles' legion of followers are led by his passion, which is evident in his writing, his search for the latest and greatest news, and through his strong connection with others.

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Join Cinequest and celebrate Michelin two-star chef David Kinch's culinary artistry and his ground-breaking partnership with farmer Cynthia Sandberg. Enjoy select Kinch recipes from his new book, Manresa: An Edible Reflection, as prepared by the executive culinary staff of The Fairmont San Jose: hors d'oeuvres paired with magnificent Stag's Leap Wine Cellars' wines.

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A FULL METAL JACKET DIARY Cinequest proudly honors actor and filmmaker Matthew Modine (The Dark Knight Rises, Jobs) with the Maverick Innovator Award and presents this intimate look at his new "appumentary" Full Metal Jacket Diary. Based on his award-winning limited-edition book, Modine's diary chronicles the making of Stanley Kubrick's Vietnam War masterpiece Full Metal Jacket--becoming an entirely reimagined, interactive audiovisual experience, and a stunning journey into new storytelling territory.

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Often Neil Gaimans work gets categorized as Dark Fantasy, because we love dividing and subdividing genres. But Neils work strains against such limitations, starting from his first major work in the U.S., The Sandman. He cant even be limited as a writer, playing in as many different forms as he can comics, short stories, poetry, novels, and screenplays have all sprung forth from his fertile imagination, yet his earliest writing was as a journalist, profiling the likes of Duran Duran and Douglas Adams.