4th Annual Bridgeport Film Fest
September 13-15, 2024
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Our Mission Statement
With City Lights / Bridgeport Art Trail as its fiduciary partner, the Bridgeport Film Fest is making “philanthropy through film” a priority in Bridgeport, CT. This nonprofit initiative is dedicated to the discovery, championing and development of independent filmmakers and audiences.
Through various programming the festival seeks to showcase, guide and inspire independent film and theatre artists from the Bridgeport community and beyond. Local audiences will be enriched by the films, workshops, panels discussions and other forms of artistic expression curated by the festival team and will ensure the promotion of Downtown Bridgeport to continue to thrive as a cultural artistic center.
Furthermore, we will give five Bridgeport high school seniors majoring in the arts and/or communications a $2,000 scholarship for pursuing higher education.
Through various programming the festival seeks to showcase, guide and inspire independent film and theatre artists from the Bridgeport community and beyond. Local audiences will be enriched by the films, workshops, panels discussions and other forms of artistic expression curated by the festival team and will ensure the promotion of Downtown Bridgeport to continue to thrive as a cultural artistic center.
Furthermore, we will give five Bridgeport high school seniors majoring in the arts and/or communications a $2,000 scholarship for pursuing higher education.
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BECOME A BFF OF THE BFF!
Our goal is to raise $15,000 to support year round operational costs for the Bridgeport Film Fest through sponsorships, in-kind donations and support from YOU!
Hosted in partnership with the non-profit organization City Lights & Company, the festival will bring the local Bridgeport community together and promote the humanities and arts through various film screenings, workshops, panel discussions, live music, and more. We all know that Bridgeport is an underserved community that can benefit from more positive and uplifting community events therefore we are asking for your support! |
MONTHLY FILMMAKER AND ARTIST MIXER AT BERLINETTA BREWING
Sunday, September 8 | 1:00-3:00 pm
🎥 🎭 Exciting news! We’re thrilled to collaborate with Berlinetta Brewing for our monthly Filmmaker and Artist Networking event on Sunday, September 8th, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Berlinetta Brewing [90 Golden Hill Street] in downtown Bridgeport.
Be sure to come on down and join this incredible gathering of creatives – filmmakers, visual artists, actors, writers, directors, producers, and art lovers. Enjoy complimentary light bites, a cash bar, original film scores on vinyl, and network with in the Bridgeport and Fairfield County area. Let’s make 2024 a year of creativity! 🎬 🧑🏽🎨🎨
All ages welcome however if under 18 will need parental/guardian supervision!
Be sure to come on down and join this incredible gathering of creatives – filmmakers, visual artists, actors, writers, directors, producers, and art lovers. Enjoy complimentary light bites, a cash bar, original film scores on vinyl, and network with in the Bridgeport and Fairfield County area. Let’s make 2024 a year of creativity! 🎬 🧑🏽🎨🎨
All ages welcome however if under 18 will need parental/guardian supervision!
"The Last Resort" | Environmental Documentary Film Screening
Join us on Sunday, April 21st at 7 p.m. at the Nest Arts Factory for a special Earth Day celebration featuring a screening of the captivating documentary "The Last Resort" directed by Mike Fleischner. Delight in complimentary bites and refreshments as you immerse yourself in this thought-provoking film, followed by an engaging talkback session with the director himself.
Before the screening, indulge in live music, poetry, and stunning art displays, all showcasing the beauty and importance of our planet. Admission is free, with donations graciously accepted. Let's come together to honor Earth Day in a meaningful way.
There will be a Q+A with director Mike Fleischner after the screening!
"You Are Who You Are: Queer Stories" Short Film Screening
**NEW DATE**
Monday, April 29 | Doors at 6:00 pm | Screenings at 6:30 pm
Monday, April 29 | Doors at 6:00 pm | Screenings at 6:30 pm
"You Are Who You Are: Queer Stories" | Short Film Screening
NEW DATE! We had to reschedule our original event date! Come out and support LGBTQIA+ Filmmakers and stories with an exciting evening at the CT State Community College at Housatonic Performing Arts Center. Get ready to be inspired, moved, and entertained by a diverse selection of stories that will leave you wanting more. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support emerging filmmakers and immerse yourself in the world of storytelling through film. Grab your friends and come experience the magic of cinema with us!
There will be light bites before the films begin and a post screening Q+A with select filmmakers! List of films will be announced shortly! REGISTER HERE!
Free entry but donations are appreciated.
Sponsored by The Connecticticut State Commnity College at Housatonic, Circle Care Center and The Bridgeport Pride Center.
NEW DATE! We had to reschedule our original event date! Come out and support LGBTQIA+ Filmmakers and stories with an exciting evening at the CT State Community College at Housatonic Performing Arts Center. Get ready to be inspired, moved, and entertained by a diverse selection of stories that will leave you wanting more. Don't miss out on this opportunity to support emerging filmmakers and immerse yourself in the world of storytelling through film. Grab your friends and come experience the magic of cinema with us!
There will be light bites before the films begin and a post screening Q+A with select filmmakers! List of films will be announced shortly! REGISTER HERE!
Free entry but donations are appreciated.
Sponsored by The Connecticticut State Commnity College at Housatonic, Circle Care Center and The Bridgeport Pride Center.
2023 FILM FEST HIGHLIGHTS!
The 2023 Bridgeport Film Fest offers both in-person and virtual screenings, as well guest speakers from the film industry and creative workshops for both youth and adults.
2023 SPONSORS
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HQ Pics from our Previous Festivals
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Please check out the following albums featuring pictures from our photographer, Eudis Nunez Jr.
2021 Film Fest Pics Day 1 2021 Film Fest Pics Day 2 2021 Film Fest Pics: Day 3 Please check out the following albums featuring pictures from our photographer, Stephanie Saujon from La Photographie.
2021 Film Fest Pics Day 1 2021 Film Fest Pics Day 2 2021 Film Fest Pics: Day 3 |
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Previous Film Fest Jury Members
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AJ MATTIOLI
Filmmaker, Distributor & Founder of Mattioli Productions |
BOBBY YAN
Six Time Emmy Award Winning Filmmaker |
JEREMIAH KIPP
Writer, Director & Founder of Kipp Films |
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ROB ALICEA
Writer, Producer & Founder of Leaving Normal Productions |
SARAH ANN MASSE
Writer, Filmmaker, Actor & Founder of Hire Survivors Hollywood |
SHAUNYA THOMAS
Producer & Founder of The Melanin Pride Film Festival |
About Our Festival
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Submissions for the inaugural Bridgeport Film Fest are now open for our fourth year! We are also excited to announce our screenplay competition!
We are open to anyone who wishes to enter! We strongly encourage POC and Women Filmmakers to submit. We have a goal to screen AT LEAST 50% of projects by Black, Brown and Indigenous Filmmakers. We also plan to screen AT LEAST 50% Female Filmmakers. We are accepting short films and original content with a running time of 25 minutes or under, including:
Screenplay Competition! We are excited to be holding our very own screenplay competition and are accepting both short film screenplays and web series pilots. Winners will receive a modest cash prize, plus a general meeting with a professional writer/producer who currently works in the industry. Select winners will receive:
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2025 Submissions Open in October 2024! |
©Bridgeport Film Fest LLC 2020-2023
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