The Cinequest Film and Creativity Festival is generating over $9 million for San Jose's economy, attracting 600 to 800 global artists and innovators. This annual two-week event revitalizes downtown by drawing hundreds of thousands of attendees, filling hotels, restaurants, and bars. Alex Stettinski from the San Jose Downtown Association emphasizes the festival's positive impact, highlighting the connection between Silicon Valley's tech innovation and Cinequest’s avant-garde film offerings, thus enhancing San Jose's global reputation and community pride.
Cinequest generates more than $9 million in revenue over two weeks and significantly supports local businesses by attracting visitors to downtown San Jose.
Cinequest has transitioned from 3,000 attendees watching 60 films in one theater to a diverse audience of 300,000 participants and 100,000 visitors.
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