Film festivals and award ceremonies like the Oscars, Cannes and the Emmys are star-studded events.

But in these high-profile spots, good luck getting with 20 feet of an A-Lister.

At smaller film festivals, like those in Maui, Chicago, Palm Springs, CA, or Napa/Sonoma, CA, you can see great movies while rubbing shoulders with the stars.

Just don’t forget your tux!

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