As the official hotel sponsor of the 15th annual Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival, the historic Harbor View Hotel will beckon film buffs from near and far with a special weekend package to celebrate the beloved island event, taking place March 19-22 in the heart of Chilmark.

Throughout the weekend, festival-goers can enjoy screenings of more than 20 movies, moderated discussions with film subjects and directors, a filmmakers’ brunch, live music, farm-to-table food, free filmmaking workshops for children, and an art exhibit featuring Martha’s Vineyard-based artists.

Harbor View Hotel’s two Martha’s Vineyard Movie Escape packages provide the perfect opportunity to unwind in the island’s peaceful off-season and enjoy some cozy post-film accommodations with special starting rates. These all-access packages are available March 19-22and offer a two-night stay (including taxes) and guaranteed access to all films. At a starting rate of $479, the Festival Pass package offers two passes to the festival, while the Couch VIP Pass package, starting at $679, provides preferred seating on a cozy couch in each theater.

The opening night’s film on Thursday, March 19 will be “Red Dot on the Ocean: The Matt Rutherford Story” and will be shown at theChilmark Community Center. Some of this year’s highlights include “Rosewater,” Jon Stewart’s directorial debut; “She’s Beautiful When She’s Angry,” a documentary centered on women’s empowerment; and “What Happened, Miss Simone?,” a  look into the life of singer, songwriter and musician Nina Simone. All films will be screened at the Chilmark Community Center or Chilmark School.

To reserve a package at Harbor View Hotel, visit www.harbor-view.com or call (800) 225-6005. For more information about the Martha’s Vineyard Film Festival, including individual ticket pricing and a schedule of movies, visit www.tmvff.org.