Welcome to Sun & Sand – The Mississippi Film & Music Festival November 7 - 11, 2012, Sun & Sand will draw scores of renowned actors, musicians, producers, directors and other entertainment-industry trendsetters to the sugar-white shores of Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Five Days of Creative Genius This five-day mega-event will connect film and music enthusiasts across the nation with respected, rising and aspiring players in all facets of the filmmaking, music, video game and digital entertainment world. All set in an emerging destination for filmmaking: Mississippi. Films & Filmmaking Sun & Sand will screen both new and previous releases of major motion pictures as well as independent films. In addition, the festival will unveil the latest concepts, equipment and technologies in the field, such as the digital effects that bring movies like Avatar to life. Music Performances To further fuel the creative energy, we’re hosting multiple concerts at several exciting venues each night—including beachfront stages. Catch performances by rising local talent and hot headliners. Southern-Inspired Cuisine No event in Mississippi is complete without great food, so we’re celebrating the best of contemporary Southern cuisine in a variety of ways—including an exclusive Film Catering Trade Show, where the entertainment industry can sample a savory spread of solutions for feeding film crews in Mississippi. Come experience the first film and music festival surrounded by the sandy beaches and exciting nightlife of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Make plans today to be part of Sun & Sand—submit a film, reserve your festival passes or be a sponsor!