Film Festivals

Vertex Micro Fest Launches as First National Vertical Film Festival in the U.S., Starting in Atlanta

Vertex Micro Fest Launches as First National Vertical Film Festival in the U.S., Starting in Atlanta

Vertex Micro Fest becomes America's first national vertical film festival, dedicated to mobile-first storytelling and micro dramas, launching in Atlanta before expanding to other major cities.

June 1, 2026
Tú Cuentas Cine Youth Fest Wins Two Telly Awards for Latino-Focused Interview Series

Tú Cuentas Cine Youth Fest Wins Two Telly Awards for Latino-Focused Interview Series

HITN's youth film initiative Tú Cuentas Cine Youth Fest earned two Telly Awards for its Cafecito interview series featuring media executive Ingrid 'Superstar' Salcedo and actress Roselyn Sánchez, highlighting the growing recognition of Hispanic-centered storytelling.

May 22, 2026
Documentary 'Put The Guns Down: A World Epidemic' Selected for Hollywood Weekly Film Festival

Documentary 'Put The Guns Down: A World Epidemic' Selected for Hollywood Weekly Film Festival

Terry C. Carney, Sr.'s documentary examining gun violence through intimate testimonies premieres at the Hollywood Weekly Film Festival, representing a significant effort to address this global crisis through cinematic storytelling.

November 12, 2025
Reel Sisters Film Festival Celebrates 28 Years of Women Filmmakers with Focus on Healing and Community

Reel Sisters Film Festival Celebrates 28 Years of Women Filmmakers with Focus on Healing and Community

The Reel Sisters of the Diaspora Film Festival, the first Oscar-qualifying festival dedicated to women filmmakers, showcases diverse films exploring themes of healing, love, and activism while honoring trailblazing artists and expanding access through new partnerships.

October 20, 2025
Boca International Jewish Film Festival to Premiere 'Red Alert' Series Depicting October 7 Attacks

Boca International Jewish Film Festival to Premiere 'Red Alert' Series Depicting October 7 Attacks

The Boca International Jewish Film Festival will host an exclusive Palm Beach County premiere of 'Red Alert,' a limited series based on survivor accounts of the October 7 attacks, highlighting the importance of preserving Israeli narratives through cinematic storytelling.

September 29, 2025
Boca International Jewish Film Festival Expands for 2026 with Extended Schedule and Multiple Venues

Boca International Jewish Film Festival Expands for 2026 with Extended Schedule and Multiple Venues

The Boca International Jewish Film Festival is expanding its 2026 edition with a longer duration, multiple venues, and pre-festival events, highlighting its growing role in showcasing Jewish cultural narratives and fostering community engagement through cinema.

September 19, 2025
New York Latino Film Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Amplifying Latino Voices in Cinema

New York Latino Film Festival Celebrates 25 Years of Amplifying Latino Voices in Cinema

The New York Latino Film Festival marks its 25th anniversary with an ambitious lineup of 120 films from 15 countries, highlighting the festival's enduring role in championing Latino storytelling and representation in the entertainment industry.

August 28, 2025
Inaugural Chicano Hollywood Film Festival to Launch as a Cultural Response to Injustice

Inaugural Chicano Hollywood Film Festival to Launch as a Cultural Response to Injustice

The Chicano Hollywood Film Festival debuts in Pomona, CA, showcasing Chicano and Latino storytelling as a form of protest and celebration amidst current social injustices.

July 14, 2025