Featuring: Workshops, film premiers and guest stars David Huddleston and Patricia Neal.

Who's David Huddleston? The Vinton native was Emmy-nominated for his work in the television series "The Wonder Years" and his most notable film role was as the Big Lebowski in "The Big Lebowski."

Who's Patricia Neal? Her resume includes an Academy Award for "Hud" and roles in "Breakfast at Tiffany's," "The Subject Was Roses" and the TV-film "The Homecoming," which led to "The Waltons" series.

Another notable guest: Nick Glennie-Smith, who will receive the first Vision Film Festival Award for Musical Excellence, was a composer for soundtracks including "Man Behind the Iron Mask" and "We Were Soldiers."

When: Friday-Sunday

Where: Valley View Grande 16, Clarion Hotel Roanoke Airport, Buchanan Theatre and Virginia's Explore Park

Tickets: $10 for a day pass (good at all locations for the day). $6 for a single event/film.

Call: 562-1713

Web: blueridgeswvafilm.org

ANOTHER FILM FESTIVAL!

See page XX for details about this weekend's Progeny Motion Picture Festival in Blacksburg.

Is there something here for you?

IF YOU'RE A CLOCKWATCHER SLAVING FOR THE MAN (or a fan of BBC's "The Office"):

"Sara Goes to Lunch"

• 4:15-4:35 p.m. Friday, Valley View Grande 16

• 6-6:20 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater

IF YOU'VE EVER TAKEN A GUIDED MEDITATION COURSE (or used hallucinogenic drugs):

"Modus Vivendi"

The creator of this 5-minute film has worked as a visual effects artist and animator on movies including "Sphere," "Inspector Gadget," "Mission to Mars," "Dr. Doolittle 2" and "The Core." Brief nudity.

• 9:55 p.m. Friday, Valley View Grande 16

IF YOU ENJOY BIG HATS (and family comedies):

"Saving Sophie"

• A comedy about four very different sisters keeping their fragile niece Sophie from going over the edge in the whirlwind of her wedding, a wake, a baby on the way, two dead bodies, three affairs, family secrets that won't stay secret, a small child who is no stranger to bribery, a large hungry bird, a carpal tunnel epidemic, and a cousin who won't get out of his dogsuit."

• 5:30-6:40 p.m. Friday, Buchanan Theater (Q&A with producer/director Lorraine Portman following)

• 5-6:10 p.m. Saturday, Valley View Grande 16 (Q&A with producer/director Lorraine Portman following)

IF YOU'RE A SENTIMENTAL SAP

"The Homecoming: A Christmas Story"

The 1971 movie that preceded "The Waltons" TV series. Stars Patricia Neal and David Huddleston.

• 9-10:30 p.m. Friday, Buchanan Theater

• 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday, Valley View Grande 16

IF YOU'RE INTO HISTORY

"The Long March of Bob Slaughter"

A documentary about this World War II veteran, his D-Day experience and his determination to see the dedication of the National D-Day Memorial in Bedford.

• 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Valley View Grande 16. Followed by Q&A with Bob Slaughter.

"Entertaining Vietnam"

A documentary about the many entertainers who toured the Vietnam War.

• 4:30-5:23 p.m. Friday, Buchanan Theater

• 4-4:53 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater

• 7-7:53 p.m. Saturday, Valley View Grande 16

"Silent Victory"

Documentary about F/51st Long Range Patrol (Airborne) Infantry, the most successful unit of its kind during the Vietnam War.

• 2:45-3:55 p.m. Friday, Valley View Grande 16

• 3:15-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater

• 2-3:30 p.m. Sunday, Buchanan Theater

IF YOU'RE INTO INDIE AWARD-WINNING DRAMAS

"Sandstorm"

While facing death in a massive sandstorm, a mid-level Chinese police officer reflects on his involvement in the persecution of Chinese citizens who follow the spiritual practice of Falun Gong.

• 8-9:36 p.m. Friday, Valley View Grande 16. Followed by Q&A session with screenwriter/director/producer Michael Mahonen.

IF YOU'RE INTO NASCAR

Autograph session with former NASCAR driver Rick Mast and Sue Turner Wright (Curtis Turner's daughter) from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater (the bank parking lot next door).

"American Stock: Golden Era of NASCAR" ("1936-1949. Volume 1. The Wendell Scott Story")

• Noon-12:45 p.m. and 7-7:43 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater

"American Stock: Golden Era of NASCAR" ("1949-1959. Volume 2. The Curtis Turner Story")

• 1-1:43 p.m. and 8-8:43 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater

"American Stock: Golden Era of NASCAR" ("1960-1971. Volume 3. The Bill France Story, NASCAR Founder")

• 4:45-5:52 p.m. Friday, Valley View Grande 16

• 2-2:56 p.m. and 9-9:56 p.m. Saturday, Buchanan Theater

IF YOU WANT TO LOOK LIKE A MOVIE STAR

"The Hollywood Makeover"

Discover secrets to looking younger with Alouf Aesthetics. 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday, Clarion Hotel Roanoke Airport.

IF YOU WANT TO MAKE MOVIES

• Check out the Web site for a complete list of workshops on everything from screenwriting to scoring to financing.

IF YOU WANT TO SUPPORT THE YOUTH

The Student History Film Competition returns to Virginia's Explore Park on Saturday and Sunday, featuring multimedia history films produced by students in grades six through 12. Free admission. Call 427-1800.

IF YOU JUST WANT TO PARTY

Gala Awards Banquet

Features the music of G.T. Swing

6 p.m. Saturday, 6 p.m. Saturday, Clarion Hotel Roanoke Airport. $40 or $75 per couple. Tickets must be reserved by noon today.

IF YOU WANT AUTOGRAPHS:

Autograph sessions with guest stars David Huddleston and Patricia Neal and artist Anne Bell. Note: The guest celebs may charge for autographs.

• 3-4 p.m. Friday, Arthur Taubman Welcome Center, Virginia's Explore Park

• 7:30-7:50 p.m. Friday, Buchanan Theater

• 3:15-4 p.m. Saturday, Valley View Grande 16 lobby