United Way’s Starlight Film Festival for High School Students Returns

Media Alert
October 31, 2012 –

United Way’s Starlight Film Festival for High School Students Returns

What: Cineplex Odeon Gardiners Road Cinemas is teaming up with United Way KFL&A to host the ninth annual Starlight Film Festival on Friday, Nov. 2, from 12:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 3. All proceeds from the event will help support the 2012 United Way campaign.

With an admittance price of $20 per ticket, the event will feature five movies and include coupons for a free hotdog, unlimited fountain pop, popcorn and arcade games. The movie list is comprised of recent Hollywood hits including 21 Jump Street, Chernobyl Diaries, Mission Impossible 4 – Ghost Protocol, The Amazing Spider Man and We bought A Zoo. Tickets can be purchased at participating high schools, Cineplex Odeon Gardiners Road Cinemas and the United Way office.

The Starlight Film Festival will be supervised by adult volunteers and police officers. Admission will be from 12:30 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Students under 18 years of age must remain inside until 6:30 a.m. If a student decides to leave before the completion of the event, a supervisor on duty will contact parents and arrange for safe transportation.

Who: The United Way and Cineplex Odeon Gardiners Road Cinemas invite high school students ages 13 to 19 to Starlight Film Festival. Students are encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance as the popular event regularly sells out.

When: Friday, Nov. 2, from 12:30 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 3.

Where: Cineplex Odeon Gardiners Road Cinemas, 636 Gardiners Road

About United Way KFL&A
Established in 1941, United Way serving KFL&A works with key partners, individuals and organizations to strengthen our community by bringing people and resources together to facilitate change. Last year 85,000 people accessed United Way funded programs in our community. United Way also addresses the root causes of social problems and works to bring lasting positive change to help people live with hope, dignity and a sense of belonging. Visit www.unitedwaykfla.ca for more information.

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 Media Contact:
Bhavana Varma
President & CEO
United Way KFL&A
613-542-2674 ext. 2
bvarma@unitedwaykfla.ca