Exclusive World Premiere, Get Your Tickets Now!

Get your Gold Passes or Gala Tickets now and be the first to see the World Premiere of NEW DECO ORCHESTRA's provocative new music video Lover Man!  Tickets are limited!

The Black Bear Film Festival is proud to present the world premiere of Lover Man, the provocative debut music video from the NEW DECO ORCHESTRA with Estelle Bajou and Manny Moreira. Featuring a stylish blend of Art Deco elegance in the classic film noir tradition and modern musical influences with a Latin twist, Mr. Moreira’s highly original musical arrangement and Ms. Bajou’s seductive performance combine for a powerful new take on the Billie Holiday classic. The NEW DECO ORCHESTRA is elegance with an edge.

The World Premiere of Lover Man will be presented in the Historic Milford Theater prior to Cinema Paradiso.  The theater features a big screen and enhanced sound custom designed for the Black Bear Film Festival.

To purchase your gold passes or gala tickets, which include the gala event, opening night film Cinema Paradiso, and the World Premiere of Lover Man, click here.

2012 Black Bear Film Festival

After a few days of well deserved rest, the Black Bear Film Festival board of directors and volunteers will begin the planning process for 2012. 

Filmmakers are encouraged to get their projects in early and the Black Bear Film Festival is accepting submissions for 2012.  The deadline for submissions is August 15th, 2012. 

Ideas for next year's festival are welcome and feedback or suggestions are appreciated. 

Contact us if you would like to involved in the 2012 festival.

Something for Everyone at the 2011 Black Bear Film Festival

Cinema Paradiso will open festival, which includes classics, dramas, documentaries and more.  The Black Bear Film Festival is pleased to announce a dozen exceptional features will be presented at the historic Milford Theatre during the 12th annual festival, October 14-16, 2011.  The Black Bear Film Festival will kick things off in style with the Oscar-winning Cinema Paradiso, which focuses on the love a community feels for its theater. The film will begin at 9pm on Friday, October 14th immediately following the Opening Night Gala at the Tom Quick Inn which starts at 6:30pm and includes a cash bar and seasonal menu prepared by local ‘celebrity chefs’ Christian Garcia and Mark Edmonds of Patisserie fame.  To view the full list of films click here.

Festival Returns to the Historic Milford Theater in Time for Centennial Anniversary

The Black Bear Film Festival, taking place October 14th - 16th, returns to its original venue in time to celebrate the Historic Milford Theater's Centennial Anniversary.  The theater built in 1911 is a cornerstone of the community and is under the ownership of Jerry Beaver, original founder of the Black Bear Film Festival established in 2000.  Festival passes go on sale mid September and will sell out fast with only 300 available.  This drawing of the Theater was created by local artist Jo Ann Greenbaum.

Black Bear Film Festival 2011 TV Spot

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2012 Volunteers Needed

The Black Bear Film Festival is seeking volunteers for its 13th annual film festival taking place October 12th-14th, 2012.  To volunteer, email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Black Bear Film Festival Needs Volunteers

The Black Bear Film Festival is in need of volunteers for its 12th annual film festival taking place October 14th-16th, 2011.  Positions include eveything from ticket sales to greeting celebrities.  If you are an aspiring actor, model, filmmaker or just love independent film, this is an event you cannot miss!  To volunteer, call the Black Bear Film Festival office at 570-409-0909 or email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Press Conference Planned for 2011 Film Festival

A Los Angeles based Production Company, plans to make an announcement regarding a significant film project to be shot in Milford, PA in the fall of 2012.  The press conference is planned for October 14th, 2011 at 5:30 pm, immediately before the Black Bear Film Festival Gala Event at the Tom Quick Inn.  For information, contact Troy Bystrom at the Pocono Film Commission at 646-236-3400 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

2011 Black Bear Film Festival Poster

This year's poster was created by artist Jimmy Sheehan and designed by Ricky Boscarino and Mark Silverstone.  Click on the image below to download a high resolution version of the poster to send by email or print and post at your location.

Black Bear Film Festival Shakes Off Hibernation!

Milford’s Black Bear Film Festival has a series of major announcements to make as it comes out of hibernation for its 12th annual event, the 14th, 15th and 16th of October. The festival is not only "on", but it has an entirely new board of directors, with appropriate expertise, interests and energy to take the BBFF to new heights. The festival has come back under the direction of Jerry Beaver, who founded the BBFF 12 years ago. And it is returning to its home in Milford’s own theater, newly refurbished, reopened, and also now under the direction of Jerry Beaver. The reuniting of the festival, the theater and its founder are big news for film lovers of all stripes (and furs).