Palm Springs International Short Film Festival

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June is shaping up to be a busy tourist month in Palm Springs.  The giant Marilyn statue downtown isn't the only draw, though.  The annual Palm Springs International Shortfest kicks off June 19th and runs through the 25th.

This year, celebrated filmmaker Gus Van Sant will be in town to receive the ShortFest's Spirit of Short Film Award.  

Photo source: The Desert Sun

Van Sant, a two-time best director nominee for “Good Will Hunting” and “Milk,” will give a Directing Master Class at 2:30 p.m. June 23. A selection of his short films will be presented and he'll participate in a Q&A with festival Programming and Executive Director Darryl Macdonald. He'll also receive the ShortFest Spirit of Short Film Award. - The Desert Sun