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Almost.Yawn.Before I can get back to my regular sleep pattern and my queen-sized bed, there are some more highlights from the ninth annual fest:Independent Visions party at Minxx Nightclub, April 19: With the diverse and boisterous crowd completely in the palm of their hands, the indie pop band Of Montreal take things to the next level.Spirited lead singer Kevin Barnes, sporting clown-style makeup, ascends a metal ladder and continues performing.
The crowd screams.Night of a Thousand Stars at Michael's On East, April 20: Grabbing the best seat in the courtyard and watching award-winning director Norman Jewison and IFC Films President Jonathan Sehring working the flashbulbs.
And the chatty and fashionable duo seated nearby ask: "Who's that?
"Filmmakers' Tribute Dinner at Longboat Key Club and Resort Islandside, April 21: While walking down the red carpet, actor Joe Pantoliano approaches veteran H-T reporter and SNN correspondent Jay Handelman for an interview.
Before the cameras could roll, a courteous Pantoliano decides to pull a hair from my colleague's nose.
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