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Apr 14, 2023

5 Titles We’re Excited To See At This Year’s International Film Festival In D.C.

The 12-day Filmfest DC, now in its 37th year, will showcase independent works from 30 different countries.

Jun 01, 2021

Now In Its 35th Year, Filmfest DC Is Back With A Spotlight On Local Stories

The festival will show a slate of new features and shorts made by filmmakers in the DMV.

Apr 29, 2019

George Pelecanos Filmed His New Movie In The District. He Says Other Filmmakers Should, Too

The writer and creator of the movie “DC Noir” wants to see the city’s film industry thrive.

Apr 22, 2019

This Year, FilmFest DC Has A New Food Theme

The festival’s docs about Cuban cuisine, Laurel Canyon’s musical history, and Michelin-starred restaurants, previewed

Apr 19, 2017

The DCist Guide To FilmFest DC 2017

From music documentaries to political dramas and crowd-pleasing comedy, the festival has something for everyone.

Apr 13, 2016

The DCist Guide to FilmFest DC

The festival is now in its thirtieth year; we previewed a fraction of its many offerings.

Apr 06, 2015

After Near Death, A Slimmer Filmfest DC Is Back

Fewer films and venues, but Filmfest DC is back for at least another year.

Feb 05, 2015

Second Act: How Filmfest DC Came Back From Near Death

But it’s future is still uncertain.

Feb 03, 2015

Filmfest DC Lives To See Another Year

No, Filmfest DC isn’t done. It’s back for another year.

Apr 29, 2014

Can Filmfest DC Be Saved?

Maybe this year wasn’t the last year for the long-running local film fest?

 
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