A dynamic collection of films by talented high school filmmakers, showcasing raw creativity and storytelling from the next generation of cinematic voices. The films included in this showcase are: To The Max, Weathered, Savta, Jango, Arizona, Cascadia, Vampire Sandwich, Guiding Light, Your Necklace, Low Tech Friend. Q&A with filmmakers will immediately follow the screenings.

STUNNING! Revealing the secrets and saga of America’s most iconic trees, GIANTS RISING tells the epic tale of the redwoods. The tallest and some of the oldest living beings on Earth, these trees are living links to the past. But they also hold powers that could impact our future. Through the voices of scientists, artists, […]

Alan returns to his small Floridian hometown to find his sister Quinn all grown up. But when he discovers that their overbearing mother is sheltering Quinn because of her autism, he hatches a plan for them to run away together so that Quinn can pursue her dream of becoming a professional dancer.

Good Morning! Donuts and coffee all badge holders start the day off right!

A WWII transport ship equipped with non-functioning lifeboats and inadequate lifebelts was sunk by one of the first radio-guided missiles ever used in war. 1015 US soldiers were killed in the classified attack that remains the greatest loss of life at sea in the history of any US war. ROHNA CLASSIFIED is a new film […]

Special Engagement: Unfurling the World with Filmmaker Gary Jobson and Historian Tim Reid Join us for a special screening of Unfurling the World, an inspiring documentary by renowned filmmaker, sailor, and America's Cup winner Gary Jobson. Known for his illustrious career as a sailing commentator, including his role as the sailing race host for the […]

A curated selection of whimsical, dramatic, artistic, and creative shorts that use animation techniques that challenge and delight the imagination. The films included in this showcase are: Paumo D'amour, On The 8th Day, The Unseen, Family Portrait of the Black Earth, Frankie, Play Again, LUKI & The Lights, Dream, and Wander to Wonder. Q&A with […]

WOMEN ON THE MOVE: The Ladies are in the house! Join us for mimosa's, a dynamic panel and conversation around what matters most to women in media and film. The influence and impact of women in the industry continues to reshape, redefine, and reimagine the industry. All female filmmakers, producers and marketing mavens should plan […]

Nancy Noël was a prolific American Contemporary Impressionist renowned for her portraiture. As an artist, Nancy could uniquely evoke emotion and kindle inspiration in her collectors. Fans of her work came from all over the United States and beyond to get her signature and be in her presence. ART & SOUL: A PORTRAIT OF NANCY […]

A young Emirati boy with Autism ventures with his new friend Barakah, an Arabian Saluki to find acceptance, family, and redemption.

Invite-only - reservations are required. Open only to filmmakers, industry, and screenwriting badge holders.

A powerful collection of films that highlight stories of bravery, courage, and resilience in the face of adversity, showcasing the strength of the human spirit. The films included in this showcase are: Return Engagement, Filming Under Fire, Bring Them Home. Q&A with filmmakers will immediately follow the screenings.

Bau, Artist at War is based on the true story of Joseph and Rebecca Bau, whose wedding took place in the Plaszow concentration camp during WWII, an event immortalized in Steven Spielberg's Schindler's List. This film is a war drama, love story, and espionage tale that needs to be told in this era where survivors […]

WATER BROTHER is a poignant reflection on a life well-lived and a tribute to the enduring spirit of surf culture. The film celebrates the people and places that make surfing & skating more than just hobbies and shows how one man's dedication can inspire a community.

The films included in this showcase are: And You Are...?, Deep In My Heart Is A Song, Smile God Loves You, Thursday in March, Tidy House, Sleep Training. Q&A with filmmakers will immediately follow the screenings.

Across continents, one man's quest against the water crisis: five challenges, five countries, one cause.

Berta, a mature woman from the upper class, has been hiring the services of Alberto, a professional escort, for some time. One day, Alberto can't make it, so he sends another escort, Hugo, a much younger and inexperienced guy from his neighborhood. Berta distrusts Hugo and insists him to leave, but Hugo wants to finish […]

Documentary on Operation Paperclip and early V-2 Rocket Development at White Sands, NM

A young man brings his girlfriend to his rural Oregon hometown for Christmas to introduce her to his family, only for things to go terribly wrong upon arrival.

A captivating collection of films that delve into life’s unexpected disruptions, exploring how sudden events and chance encounters can alter the course of personal journeys. The films included in this showcase are: Brownies, Spag Bol, The Mood Swing, Belief, A Fateful Weekend, Dion & Denver, Delivery. Q&A with filmmakers will immediately follow the screenings.

A middle-aged woman decides to overthrow the powerful oligarch who controls her country. Armed with only her wit and a stolen government stamp, she must outsmart the oligarch’s henchmen, evade the secret police, and trick her countrymen into sparking a revolution. Facing off against armed riot police, water cannons, and deep fakes, she must stop […]

From Executive Producers Matthew Modine and Adam Rackoff, ''I Hope This Helps!'' is a humorous, genre-bending hybrid documentary that invites viewers to ponder the evolving relationship between humanity and technology. In the film, investigative journalist Daniel Freed enlists the help of Google''s AI chatbot, Bard, to collaborate on a documentary...about AI. Appearing in the blue, […]

The world seems to be coming to an end, teeming with the vestiges of a human presence. Cat is a solitary animal, but as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the […]