How to FEST
Free Event
Get a guided tour of the fest program and learn about the top 8 finalists in the Elev8or Pitch Competition.
Opening Cocktail
VIP Passholders
Join us for an intimate evening at The Vault, a below-the-surface cocktail lounge reminiscent of old Hollywood.
Nov. 14 · The Vault · 5:00 p.m.
Elev8or Pitch Live Competition
Live Event
A screening of the top 8 films, followed by feature pitches and a Q&A with the jury.
November 14 · Regal Riviera · 7:00 p.m.
Northern Lights
Dir. by John Hanson & Rob Nilsson
The bitter-sweet story of young lovers caught up in a political struggle waged by farmers against the grain trade, the banks, and the railroads.
Nov. 15 · Regal Riviera · 5:45 p.m.
Griffin in Summer
Dir. by Nicholas Colia
Griffin Nafly is the most ambitious playwright of his generation. But once he meets handsome handyman Brad, his life (and play) will never be the same.
Nov. 15 · Regal Riviera · 6:00 p.m.
All That We Love
Dir. by Yen Tan
Upon the loss of her beloved dog, Emma Gwon faces an empty nest and renewed feelings for her estranged ex-husband, as she navigates the joy and sorrow of starting anew.
Nov. 15 · Regal Riviera · 8:00 p.m.
Let’s Scare Jessica to Death
Dir. by John D. Hancock
A recently institutionalized woman has bizarre experiences after moving into a supposedly haunted country farmhouse.
Nov. 15 · Regal Riviera · 10:00 p.m.
Opening Night Party
VIP Passholders & Guests
Join us for a night of celebration and networking at the Five Thirty Lounge atop the Hyatt Place hotel
Nov. 15 · Five Thirty Lounge · 10:00 p.m.
New Directions in Regional Filmmaking
Free Event
Moderated by Scott Macaulay, this panel will survey the landscape of regional filmmaking with five experienced directors and producers.