The much reputed Bentonville Film Festival is scheduled from May 5th – 9th 2015. The recent news from the corner is regarding the unveil of special events in the inaugural function. Eminent personalities like Bruce Dern and Robert De Niro will be attending the function.

Bruce Dern, renowned American actor known for his films like ‘Nebraska’, ‘Silent Running’ and ‘Coming Home’ will attend the event to present the award for BFF’s feature film screenplay competition.

Robert De Niro, on the other hand, will headline an intimate discussion series to complement the screening of ‘Remembering the Artist’ directed by Perri Pletz.

Other highlights of the festival includes, ‘Geena and Friends’ and it will feature some of the greatest dialogues in the cinema history. The program will also feature Rosie O’Donnell who will also take part in a special discussion on female celebrities who run their own production houses. This segment is named, ‘In Control of Her Own Destiny’.

“While it hasn’t been long since we launched the festival, the reception we’ve received has been overwhelming. I’m inspired by the level of commitment pledged by a wide variety of major sponsors and by so many of my colleagues in the industry. Their participation is a real testament to the cause and it means a great deal to everyone involved in elevating the presence of women and minorities in the film industry”, said Davis.