FILM FEST KNOX Announces James Agee Prize and the Made in Tennessee Lineup
September 17, 2025
The fest will honor Sailor Bear films and screen 19 Tennessee-made films.
The fest will honor Sailor Bear films and screen 19 Tennessee-made films.
The Best Film winner will receive an Oscar-qualifying theatrical run, courtesy of Regal.
The third annual fest will take place November 6–9 in partnership with Regal.
The third annual fest will take place November 6–9 in partnership with REGAL and The Public Cinema. Sign up for the Elev8or Pitch competition today!
At the closing ceremonies, awards were announced for the American Regional Cinema, Elev8or Pitch, and Made in Tennessee competitions.
New additions to the program include the opening night film, International Currents, Revival, and Made in Tennessee.
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.
FILM FEST KNOX returns for round two on November 14, 2024. Submissions are now open for the American Regional Cinema competition and Made in Tennessee.
The event was met with multiple accolades across major trade publications including Filmmaker Magazine, The Film Stage, and In Review Online.