Watering the Grass Roots: Film Fest Knox
December 2, 2024
Democratic vistas: a new Knoxville, Tennessee-based festival champions regional American cinema
Film Fest Knox Enjoys Successful Second Year
November 22, 2024
By Sunday night, everyone in attendance was clamoring for year three.
Going Up! Film Fest Knox’s Elev8or Pitch
November 18, 2024
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.
Behind the Scenes of Film Fest Knox
November 13, 2024
Kim Bumpas of Visit Knoxville in Tennessee shares the recipe for putting together a successful gathering of filmmakers to highlight her destination
Committing to the Vision
December 15, 2023
Filmmaker magazine invited Artistic Director Darren Hughes to write about the process of launching a new fest in 2023.
Film Fest Knox Introduces New Ways of Seeing
November 21, 2023
“If film is to remain a vital art form, it cannot be confined to a limited number of coastal hubs.”
FILM FEST KNOX 2023: A Fest is Born
November 17, 2023
“During the smoothly executed first edition, 25 features or shorts programs screened on two nice screens over four days at the Regal Riviera, with 15 out-of-town guests.”
Film Fest Knox 2023
November 16, 2023
“If future years maintain this pace and quality, Film Fest Knox stands to become one of the Southeast’s premiere cinephile destinations and celebrations.”
Film Fest Knox Inaugural Event Sets High Bar
November 14, 2023
“The Visit Knoxville Film Office wants to bring it back again in November 2024. Anyone can join the fun with affordable access, from single tickets to all-in.”