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17th Annual Bushwick Film Festival
October 17, 2024 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm MST
The 17th Bushwick Film Festival kicks off this week from October 16-20. Their Opening Night Pink Carpet Reception sponsored by Netflix will kick off an exciting week of films and events for filmmakers and audiences, taking place Wednesday, October 16 at 6:30pm at Lot45 in Bushwick.
This year’s theme, “Producing The Dream,” explores what it takes to bring dreams to life, celebrating the artistry and effort that filmmakers pour into their work to reflect our shared stories.
To purchase tickets, please visit: https://www.bushwickfilmfestival.com/tickets
“When Netflix opened studios in Bushwick, it was a huge moment for our community and filmmakers,” said festival founder Kweighbaye Kotee. “Partnering with them this year feels like a natural fit, and we’re excited to work together.”
In addition to the opening night and film screenings, the festival will host special events such as an industry luncheon, comedy night, screenplay reading, and live performances of film scores. The awards night and reception will present categories including Best Feature, Best Short, Best Screenplay, Audience Choice, and more. The festival will close on Sunday, October 20th, with a showcase of award-winning films.
As Bushwick continues to grow as a hub for emerging talent, the Bushwick Film Festival remains dedicated to showcasing fresh voices often overlooked by larger festivals. This year’s program features nearly 100 films selected from close to 1,000 submissions, signaling a near return to pre-pandemic levels. Audiences will be taken on a journey through stories of dreamers, creators, lovers, and everyday heroes. From comedies about breakups to heartwarming tales of resilience, explorations of technology and AI, and suspenseful thrillers, the lineup captures the ways our lives are interconnected and how we shape each other’s paths. Check out photos from year’s past here and b roll of last year’s opening night here
About the Bushwick Film Festival The Bushwick Film Festival is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to discover emerging voices, share great stories, and build community through the power of film. As an MWBE organization, we are proud to be part of the 12% of film festivals in the U.S. that are owned by women of color. With over 1000 yearly film submissions from 60+ countries, the festival draws 5000 attendees and features the top 100 indie films from NYC and beyond. BFF has received recognition from City and State Elected officials for its significant contribution to Brooklyn’s cultural, artistic, and economic growth. With the generous support of our partners and sponsors, we are able to expand our free public programming and develop filmmaking programs specifically designed to empower and uplift underrepresented storytellers in the Brooklyn community.