Eighteen years ago (1992), a group of film enthusiasts involved in the restoration of the Marie Dressler house had a wild idea. Why not hold a festival showing the films in which Marie Dressler had starred?

This seemingly fantastic idea grew into the present form, in which we show a variety of films generally made before 1945. One film always features Ms. Dressler, but others range from very old, silent films starring Mary Pickford, Erich von Stroheim or Douglas Fairbanks, to talkies and musicals. More on Marie Dressler. And here.

This year’s event for the Cobourg location will be Victoria Hall and the Port Hope location will be the Capitol Theatre.

With its attractive location in the rolling hills of Northumberland County where accommodation is varied and readily available, the Vintage Film Festival in historic Cobourg and Port Hope is an event not to be missed. Come for one film or for the whole weekend!

The 2010 Festival will be held October 29, 30, 31, 2010
Classic Films from the 1920’s to the 1940’s

Tickets may now be purchased online or by calling 905-372-2210 or 905-885-1071

For more information visit: www.vintagefilmfestival.ca