History of Women in the Film Industry
Women have been essential to cinema since its earliest flickers on the screen.
Winter Film Festival returns for its 14th Year Celebrating Indie Film!
WINTER FILM FESTIVAL is New York City, and like our beloved City, we showcase the eclectic diversity and excitement of the independent arts world. The annual fest returns for an exciting 14th year, jam-packed with five days of outstanding films and director Q&A, panels and education sessions, glittering parties and tons of networking opportunities. The…
The Film Festival Guide
The Film Festival Guide includes insider tips on how to get into film festivals, avoid scam festivals, and make the most of your indie filmmaking journey.
A Massive List of Fall 2025 Grants, Labs & Fellowships
Check out No Film School’s Fall 2025 list of grants available for filmmakers! There is money available to make films – why shouldn’t it go to you?
Winter Film Fest 2026 Opens for Submissions
Winter Film Festival is returning to the Big Apple for its 14th year – February 18-22 2026. The festival places a special emphasis on highlighting the work of under-represented filmmakers. Works of all genres and lengths are considered for selection.
WFF 2025 Winners & Nominees
Congratulations to #WFF2025 International Film Festival Winners & Nominees! #WFFSoDiverse #CelebrateDiversity
Welcome to WFF2025 From the Manhattan Borough President
Welcome to WFF2025 from Mark Levine, Manhattan Borough President.
From Inspiration to Innovation: The Making of RUN
RUN, directed by Bernard Kordieh, tells the story of a troubled writer running to escape the pain of a toxic relationship, crosses paths with a mysterious drifter living in his car, sparking an unlikely friendship that challenges both men to confront their pasts and find healing. Meet the director and see the NYC Premiere on February 21 @7:40PM at LOOK Cinemas (657 West 57th Street) as part of New York City’s 13th Annual Winter Film Festival.
“The Prison Show” might have you tuning into the Radio on Friday nights
“The Prison Show”, directed by Gabriella Kessler, is an official selection of New York City’s 13th Annual Winter Film Festival. The documentary showcases a Houston TX radio show created by former inmates and prisoners’ loved ones. The show keeps prisoners connected to the outside world and allows families to call in and leave messages for prisoners who are listening.
Spotlight on Korean Film at WFF2025
For our 2025 program, Winter Film Festival is proud to feature 8 remarkable films from Korea and Korean Americans, spanning a variety of genres from drama to horror to animation, comedy, documentary and sci-fi.
Spotlight on Horror at WFF2025
For our 2025 program, Winter Film Festival is honored to screen a diverse selection of fourteen frightening horror films from seven countries, plus a horror focused Education session and Mixer!
Spotlight on Sports Documentaries at WFF2025
For our 2025 program, Winter Film Festival is honored to screen three amazing Sports Documentaries on Saturday February 22 from 7:15 pm – 9:20 pm at LOOK Cinemas (657 West 57th Street)
Spotlight on Black Women Directors
For our 2025 program, Winter Film Festival is honored to screen an incredible collection of nine films directed by Black Women! All screenings take place at LOOK Cinemas (657 West 57th Street)
The magic of Sci-fi indie films with the creators of The Strange Dark
The Strange Dark, directed by Chris Messineo, is an official selection of New York City’s 13th Annual Winter Film Festival. The sci-fi feature film tells the story of Edgar who believes he can see the future, as the agents from Double Star Accounting stop at nothing to get their data back.
Inside Look to Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer’s
Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer’s, directed by Anna Moot-Levin and Laura Green, is an official selection of New York City’s 13th Annual Winter Film Festival. The documentary follows three families as they confront the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and explores how the disease impacts identities and relationships.
