Watering the Grass Roots: Film Fest Knox
December 2, 2024
Democratic vistas: a new Knoxville, Tennessee-based festival champions regional American cinema
2024 Film Fest Knox Winners Announced
November 17, 2024
At the closing ceremonies, awards were announced for the American Regional Cinema, Elev8or Pitch, and Made in Tennessee competitions.
Everything Else is Noise
Dir. by Nicolás Pereda
Tere hosts fellow composer Rosa for a TV interview. A comedy that lampoons art-world phoniness while honoring female friendship.
Clarissa
Dir. by Arie and Chuko Esiri
A Lagos society wife prepares for a party while reflecting on her youth and the choices that led her to marry a respected man instead of her poet boyfriend.“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
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Opening Night Film and Made in Tennessee Competition Announced
September 9, 2026
Mouse, by Kelly O'Sullivan and Alex Thompson, will open the fest. 18 Tennessee films will compete for prizes.
Film Fest Knox to Honor Tim Blake Nelson, Passes on Sale
August 18, 2026
Nelson will receive the James Agee Prize for his outstanding contributions to American regional cinema.
2026 Film Fest Knox and Elev8or Pitch Details
June 2, 2026
Visit Knoxville announces the fourth annual FILM FEST KNOX, to take place November 12–15, 2026 in partnership with REGAL and The Public Cinema.