Darren Hughes – FILM FEST KNOX | November 14-17, 2024

Watering the Grass Roots: Film Fest Knox

Democratic vistas: a new Knoxville, Tennessee-based festival champions regional American cinema

By Sunday night, everyone in attendance was clamoring for year three.

A few months before Film Fest Knox opened for business, 21 filmmakers submitted a five-to-eight-minute movie to a prestigious four-judge jury.

At the closing ceremonies, awards were announced for the American Regional Cinema, Elev8or Pitch, and Made in Tennessee competitions.

Kim Bumpas of Visit Knoxville in Tennessee shares the recipe for putting together a successful gathering of filmmakers to highlight her destination

Get a guided tour of the fest program and learn about the top 8 finalists in the Elev8or Pitch Competition.

New additions to the program include the opening night film, International Currents, Revival, and Made in Tennessee.

Join us for an intimate evening at The Vault, a below-the-surface cocktail lounge reminiscent of old Hollywood.

A screening of the top 8 films, followed by feature pitches and a Q&A with the jury.