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Get a guided tour of the fest program and learn about the top 8 finalists in the Elev8or Pitch Competition.October 29 · The Square Room · 6:00 p.m.
Visit Knoxville Announces Lineup of 2024 American Regional Cinema Competition
The second annual competition is a showcase of personal, ambitious films made outside of the traditional industry capitals of Los Angeles and New York City.
“In its inaugural year, FILM FEST KNOX has already put itself on the map as a world-class festival and a must-visit destination for independent filmmakers. We can’t wait to return to Knoxville with another film very soon.” — Henry Loevner
Latest News
FILM FEST KNOX Award Winner to Have Theatrical Release
June 3, 2024
Winner of the 2023 Jury Prize in our Regional Competition, Mountains will be distributed by Music Box Films
FILM FEST KNOX Premiere To Open at Lincoln Center
March 12, 2024
Restored Time of the Heathen, which had US premiere at FFK, will have a New York release in May.
Sheldon Wins Top Cinematography Prize for King Coal
March 3, 2024
Knoxville-based filmmaker takes top honor from American Society of Cinematographers.