The Hill Country Film Festival kicks off its inaugural three-day celebration of independent film and filmmakers, Thursday, April 22 – Saturday, April 24, 2010 in Fredericksburg, Texas – the heart of the Texas Hill Country.

The Hill Country Film Festival (HCFF) blends unique artistic culture of the hill country with the independent film world, hosting three days of feature and short independent films, parties and gatherings. Over 25 short and feature films from all over the world will be showcased during the festival.

A highlight of the festival is the screening of the documentary “The Inheritance of War,” a relatively unknown story of personal accounts of WWII Veterans and Bataan Death March survivors. “The Inheritance of War” producer and narrator James Parkinson dedicated his life to telling this story and is a powerful example of the passion and determination the independent film world thrives upon.

The movie is a story close to the heart of Fredericksburg’s own historic Nimitz Museum and a perfect catalyst to bring together the culture of the hill country with that of the independent film world. Much like the story of the WWII Veterans in “The Inheritance of War,” there are so many stories that have the potential to touch so many people, yet they remain untold if not for the perseverance of a few. HCFF has been established as an opportunity for filmmakers and enthusiasts to recognize and pay homage to the accomplishments of film.

Official selection of films will be announced by March 26.

Hill Country Film Festival 2010

WHERE & WHEN: HCFF kicks off Thursday, April 22 and runs through Saturday, April 24. Film screening dates and times will be released in April. Films will be screened in Fredericksburg’s Stagecoach Theater located at 2254 South US Hwy 87.

Thursday, April 22: Opening Night Program (1 feature)

Friday, April 23: 4 Programs (1 Program=1 feature film or series of shorts) & Speaking Engagement at The Nimitz Museum with James Parkinson, producer and narrator of “The Inheritance of War” and author of “Soldier Slaves.”

Saturday, April 24: 4 Programs, including Screening of “The Inheritance of War”, Closing Event & Awards.

ABOUT HCFF: Set in Fredericksburg, Texas, the annual HCFF is the vision of its director Chad Mathews, an actor, screenwriter, producer and native Texan. Having participated in the film festival circuit, Mathews came to love the camaraderie and shared respect of those who are committed to the art of independent filmmaking.

“HCFF is bringing independent film to the Texas Hill Country. The appeal of the Texas Hill Country, with its authentic culture, picturesque setting and welcoming spirit is ideal for cultivating an annual world-class, ‘destination’ film festival.” – Chad Mathews

CONTACT & MORE INFORMATION: Chad Mathews, HCFF Director: hcff@chadmathews.com