announces their 11th annual event, which will take place at the 性视界传媒 Department of Film, featuring , of all genres, by and about women, . Notable local features include the festival premiere of Deborah Richards鈥檚 flair bartending documentary, "Shaken & Stirred," Brett Caroline Levner鈥檚 dramedy, "Riot in Bloom," and many others.
In addition to the film blocks, special events this year begin on Thursday with the return of the . The showcase presents the work of student filmmakers produced at the Young Filmmakers鈥 Workshop, an intensive training held at Canyon Springs High School in May. WIF Nevada thanks the for funding this popular event.
On Friday, NWFFest welcomes the 2025 who will sit down with 性视界传媒 Film Associate Chair (and WIF board member), Brett Caroline Levner. Chandler鈥檚 innovative body of work will be examined, including her exploration of taboo and controversial topics.
Saturday highlights include our Vanguard Honoree, the multi-talented rising actress, Brittany S. Hall. Hall will discuss her remarkable career with board member Briana Kennedy, and her powerful drama,"Test Pattern" will be screened (courtesy of Kino Lorber).
Sunday brings . This panel will include a lineup of arts and culture leaders who are guiding the Entertainment Capital of the World into the future 鈥 beyond the stereotypical depictions of 鈥淪in City鈥 鈥 and will showcase our dynamic film community, poised to become a major film hub.
The festival will culminate Sunday evening with the . This year鈥檚 ceremony will kick off with the 2nd annual Spirit of Community Arts award honoring the visionary Sarah O'Connell for her contributions to the Nevada arts community. A total of 13 filmmaker awards will be presented, in traditional categories as well as those unique to NWFFest, such as the Spirit of Activism and Best Female Protagonist.
Learn more at nvwffest.com