The GainesCon Film Festival & Expo is a new nonprofit organization with an annual event that showcases, educates, and produces independent filmmakers and film-industry talent whose content lies within the action, sci-fi, and fantasy genres, with a strong emphasis on cultural representation from underrepresented groups, such as: the economically disadvantaged, ethnic … [Read more...] about GainesCon Film Festival & Expo July 11-12 at District North Downtown Cinemas in Las Vegas
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Las Cruces International Film Festival Brings “Reimagining Borders” and More to Film Festival Flix
The 6th Annual Las Cruces International Film Festival, presented by New Mexico State University and Visit Las Cruces, will run March 3-7 on the virtual platform Film Festival Flix. Programming includes a 48-hour short film competition entitled "Reimagining Borders," as well as appearances by celebrity guests Judge Reinhold, Peter Bogdanovich, and more. The Las Cruces … [Read more...] about Las Cruces International Film Festival Brings “Reimagining Borders” and More to Film Festival Flix
Waco Family & Faith International Film Festival Announces 2nd Annual Cinematic Award Winners
New Independent Film Initiative Presented 65 Films From Filmmakers Around the World And Recognizes the Top 6 The Waco Family & Faith International Film Festival hosted its 2nd annual event in the Central Texas town during the weekend of February 4-6, 2021. With its mission of being "dedicated to EMPOWERING the creative spirit, SERVING with heart, and … [Read more...] about Waco Family & Faith International Film Festival Announces 2nd Annual Cinematic Award Winners
A 21st Century Film Festival That Combines Award Shows and Screenings With the Ease of Social Media
The Various Artists independent Film Festival (VAiFF) enters its 5th year with more opportunities for young filmmakers looking for their big break or industry professionals looking for that next opportunity. VAiFF is a nonprofit organization formed to fill the creative gap left from the recent budget cuts to various forms of artistic expressions. The festival is open to … [Read more...] about A 21st Century Film Festival That Combines Award Shows and Screenings With the Ease of Social Media
Independent Feature Film “Making Sense” to Premiere at Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival
Film is First to Star People with Disabilities, Representing Five Primary Senses The 46th Annual Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival announced that the independent feature film "Making Sense" will be virtually screened beginning on Thursday, Feb. 11 at 7:00 p.m. EST and continuing until February 15. The film is the first to feature five people with disabilities who each … [Read more...] about Independent Feature Film “Making Sense” to Premiere at Boston Sci-Fi Film Festival
Cyber Shorts Film Festival Returns For Second Year
Cyber Shorts: A VR Film Festival returns for its second year. Festival Co-directors Darryl A. Armstrong and Shahab Zargari developed the idea to launch a film festival using the AltspaceVR platform early on during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. While that initial festival was quickly put together, it turned out to be a huge success with 19 films screened to an audience of … [Read more...] about Cyber Shorts Film Festival Returns For Second Year
Feature Film “Charon” Shot Entirely on a Smartphone and Edited with an App by Filmmaker Under Lockdown Fetches Indie Film Festival Buzz
"Charon" will screen at a number of festivals through 2021 With a runtime of 73 minutes, "Charon" is a psychological thriller shot entirely on an iPhone and edited on an app while filmmaker Jennifer Zhang was in complete self-isolation in her apartment. Only a month into its run on the independent film festival circuit, the unusual feature film produced under Flying Koi … [Read more...] about Feature Film “Charon” Shot Entirely on a Smartphone and Edited with an App by Filmmaker Under Lockdown Fetches Indie Film Festival Buzz
Social Closening: IndieBoom Festival Uses Social Media To Bring Indie Creators And Audiences Together Dec. 21, 2020 – Jan. 2, 2021 with Streams Free Online
The streaming IndieBOOM Festival launches its 4th annual edition Dec. 21, 2020 - Jan. 3 2021 with over 50 new films, series, videos and original songs by emerging artists from around the world. The festival is free to attend online and on Roku, FireTV, Vimeo and Apple TV apps. Unlike most online festivals, IndieBOOM is all about closing the gap between … [Read more...] about Social Closening: IndieBoom Festival Uses Social Media To Bring Indie Creators And Audiences Together Dec. 21, 2020 – Jan. 2, 2021 with Streams Free Online
Indie Thriller “The Journeyman” Wins Fests, Captivates Streaming Audiences
Now on Amazon Prime Video, Peter Babakitis’s “The Journeyman” wins Best Independent Feature Film at this year’s Five Continents International Film Festival. Also, Madeline Merritt wins Best Supporting Actress for her role as Rachel, a devoted activist, and Brian Narelle wins Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal as the secretive banker Waldenstein. Also winning is the … [Read more...] about Indie Thriller “The Journeyman” Wins Fests, Captivates Streaming Audiences
New Comedy Romance “The Billionaire” Wins at Burbank International Film Festival: Producers Seeking Distribution
Los Angeles-based Sri Lankan American actor/independent filmmaker/operatic singer Gehan Cooray is pleased to announce that his new romantic comedy, THE BILLIONAIRE, has been honored with The Best Comedy Feature Award at the Burbank International Film Festival. In addition, THE BILLIONAIRE was selected as a Finalist for the Best Feature Film Overall at the … [Read more...] about New Comedy Romance “The Billionaire” Wins at Burbank International Film Festival: Producers Seeking Distribution