Long Branch Director's Movie Makes Garden State Film Festival

LONG BRANCH, NJ — A Long Branch filmmaker's movie will hit the big screen. 'Tofino is a Place,' directed by Ryan Struck, will screen at the Garden State Film Festival.

In the film, the women's surf community in Tofino "is as unique as British Columbia is remote." The annual, all-women's surf contest Queen of the Peak is a testament of the grit and determination of those who live there.

The film will play from 5-7:30 p.m. March 28 in The Asbury Hotel (210 5th Ave., Asbury Park).

“We are extremely proud to present Tofino is a Place as a part of our 18th Annual Film Festival in Asbury Park," said festival Executive Director Lauren Concar Sheehy, "and to showcase the exceptional talent from our state as well as serve as a launching pad for the next generation of film make."

The Garden State Film Festival features world premieres, appearances from Hollywood stars and industry panels. The festival runs from March 25-29.

Individual screening tickets are $15 in advance and $17 at the door. Weekend passes are $55 in advance and $60 at the door.

Day Passes are also available. The Saturday Day Pass is $30 and Sunday Day Pass is $25. Tickets are available at https://www.gsff.org/2020-films/ and at festival box offices at each venue.

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