Naples group seeks film critics

Be a film critic, catch an indie flick and drink with judges April 16, 23 and 30. Join film enthusiasts at 7 p.m. on those dates and be a film critic at Six Degrees Exhibitions. Enjoy a drink while watching a random film being judged in consideration for the Naples International Film Festival in November 2009. Price: $1. Then voice your opinion afterwards with the judges, directors and actors.

Six Degrees Exhibitions is a Naples gallery showcasing art, theater, music, poetry and film. The gallery is at 1100 Sixth Ave. S.

The mission of NIFF is to nurture and support a diverse, artistic and cultural experience with a creative, fun and cutting-edge boutique film festival that showcases the work of independent filmmakers. NIFF will improve the shoulder-season economics for Naples and benefit the community at large by contributing to film education in Collier and Lee County schools and by collaborating with other local artists and arts organizations.

NIFF was created by a group of individuals wishing to invoke excitement and involvement in the arts.

NIFF will showcase the finest and most creative cinematic works in the world, while at the same time supporting, organizing and providing an outlet for local filmmakers and film lovers in Southwest Florida.

For more information, visit www.naplesfilmfest. com.