By JON WILSON, Consulting Editor, TB Reporter

The 11th annual event will feature more than 140 independent films and guest celebrity appearances.

ST. PETERSBURG — The Sunscreen Film Festival, longest-running independent movie fest in the Tampa Bay area, starts April 28 and runs through May 1 at several venues in St. Petersburg.

Opening night is at the Palladium, 253 Fifth Ave. N. Other venues include Muvico Theaters Sundial, American Stage and the Museum of Fine Arts. Ticket prices vary and are available as single-day passes, VIP passes and single-film showings. For information about tickets, films and other festival information, visit  http://sunscreenfilmfestival.com .

More than 140 independent films will be shown and guest celebrities Gary Busey, movie and TV star, and Paul Sorvino, an actor widely recognized for his work in the movie Goodfellas and the TV series Law and Order.

We are excited to have Gary Busey and Paul Sorvino as our guests of honor this year,” said Sunscreen director Dwight Cenac. “Their involvement is a testament to the quality films, innovative filmmakers and top talent the festival attracts, and we’re thrilled to welcome them to St. Pete.”

The festival again will offer attendees the opportunity to develop their own craft by participating in educational workshops taught by film industry veterans.

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