


OFFICIAL SELECTIONS 2026
CLICK IMAGE FOR PRESS RELEASE
GRAINGER HINES TO RECEIVE
PAT CONROY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
The Beaufort Film Society proudly announces that acclaimed actor, writer, and director Grainger Hines will receive the prestigious Pat Conroy Lifetime Achievement Award during the 20th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival (BIFF) taking place in historic Beaufort, SC from February 17 - 22, 2026.
The honor recognizes Hines’s remarkable six-decade career in film, television, theater, and music, as well as his enduring ties to the South Carolina arts community. Born in Greenwood, South Carolina, Grainger Hines began performing at an early age, first discovering his love of storytelling and rhythm while growing up in the Palmetto State. He briefly pursued music before turning to acting—a decision that would carry him from small-town stages to Hollywood sets and Broadway. See full Press Release.

BETTE DAVIS AIN'T FOR SISSIES
Starring Jessica Sherr
Broadway Meets Hollywood at the 20th Anniversary of the Beaufort International Film Festival. An Off-Broadway Sensation, Actress and Playwright, Jessica Sherr Brings to Life the Legendary Bette Davis. Jessica's one-woman show will follow the Opening Ceremony Reception taking place on Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026. The Opening Ceremony begins at 5:30pm and continues to 7:30pm followed by BETTE DAVIS AIN'T FOR SISSIES at 8pm on stage at the University of South Carolina Beaufort, Center for the Arts. Tickets for the Opening Ceremony, which include this performance, can be purchased at the link above. Those holding Filmmaker or ALL EVENTS passes also have access to this performance.















