Sep 29

October 13-16, 2008 the Orlando World Center Marriott will be the venue for the only convention and trade show for the cinema exhibition and distribution community on the East Coast. This exhibition boasts exciting film screenings of major studio and independent feature films slated for holiday release. Theatre owners and operators can find about the latest products and services available, the latest technologies, industry happenings, and upcoming films. It is the place to be for film buyers, distributors, concessionaires, equipment manufacturers, advertising agencies, and theatre design/construction professionals.

ShowEast is expected to draw cinema exhibition and distribution professionals from the United States, Latin America, South America, the Caribbean, and 37 countries. This will be an ideal time to make new contacts and expand your market.

ShowEast will have educational seminars available on digital cinema, movie theft, concessions, international marketing and distribution, and much more. You will be able to preview major studio and independent feature films for the upcoming 2008 holiday season as well as product reels of upcoming releases. Top industry executives will be on hand at sponsored events. The Gala Final Night Banquet will have some of Hollywood’s hottest stars, filmmakers, and industry leaders.

A comprehensive trade show will present motion picture products, services, and concession items. It will showcase products and services from hundreds of suppliers to the movie theatre industry.

A special event at ShowEast will be the screening of award winning director Ron Howard’s upcoming drama, Frost/Nixon, starring Frank Langella and Michael Sheen. This Universal Picture’s film slated for release December 5th depicts the electrifying battle between former President Richard Nixon and David Frost, a jet-setting television personality with a name to make. Frank Langella won a Tony for his portrayal of Nixon in the stage play.

ShowEast will be held October 13-16, 2008 at the Orlando World Center Marriott, 8701 World Center Dr., Orlando, FL 32821.

For questions or more information contact Derric Mast at (646) 654-7691; email: derric.mast@nielsen.com or visit the web site at http://www.showeast.com/filmexpo/showeast/index.jsp .