Panavision Sponsors $15,000 Prize For Best Cinematographer

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(Jackson, WY - February 21, 2007) - In an effort to support independent filmmakers, The Jackson Hole Film Festival and Panavision announce the Best Cinematographer Award for the 2007 Jackson Hole Film Festival. The winning Cinematographer will be awarded the prestigious Panavision prize of $15,000 in rental of film camera equipment from Panavision's Hollywood office, to be used toward a future project.

"We are delighted to be able to have Panavision sponsor the Best Cinematography Award at the Jackson Hole Film Festival for a 3rd straight year", said Eben Dorros, President of the Jackson Hole Film Festival. "Having Panavision sponsor this important award is a perfect partnership for both organizations as we both look for ways to support independent filmmakers from around the world".

In 2006, Adam Arkapaw won the award for Best Cinematography in the film End of Town. The 2007 Award will be presented during the Jackson Hole Film Festival award ceremony on Sunday, June 10th at the Center for the Arts Theatre. A prominent industry panel of judges will select the winning film.

Panavision's President & CEO, Bob Beitcher, said, "Panavision has long believed that encouraging and rewarding talented new cinematographers is our privilege and responsibility. We look forward to another great group of nominees for the award in 2007 and are proud to continue to support the Jackson Hole Film Festival."

To submit films to the 2007 Jackson Hole Film Festival, please visit www.jacksonholefilmfestival.org or www.withoutabox.com. Deadline is February 28th!
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ABOUT PANAVISION: (www.panavision.com)
Founded in 1954, Panavision Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-precision camera systems, including both film and digital cameras, and lenses and accessories for the motion picture and television industries. Panavision systems are rented through its domestic and internationally owned and operated facilities and agent network. Panavision also supplies lighting, grip and crane equipment for use by motion picture and television productions.

ABOUT THE JACKSON HOLE FILM FESTIVAL
The Jackson Hole Film Festival, a premier destination competitive film festival, is a program of the Jackson Hole Film Institute. The 2007 Festival will occur June 7-11 and screen approximately 80 independent films competing in 7 competitive program categories. Rounding out the Festival are provocative forum discussions and lively evening events. The Jackson Hole Film Institute is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to empower independent filmmakers and inspire global audiences through the cultivation and education of film, the business of film, and the cinematic arts.

For more information on the Jackson Hole Film Festival please contact Andy Gelb or Kelly Stephens of PMK/HBH Public Relations at (310) 289-6200 or Todd Rankin at (307) 733-8144.