The City of Gaithersburg is proud to present the first annual Gaithersburg Film Festival-a vibrant celebration of storytelling that reflects our community's rich diversity. Recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the United States, Gaithersburg offers the perfect backdrop for a festival that showcases a wide array of cultures, identities, and perspectives through the power of film.
Over the course of three exciting days, audiences will enjoy a dynamic lineup of short films, feature presentations, filmmaker panels, and engaging discussions designed to spark meaningful conversations and offer fresh insights.
Schedule of Events:
Afternoon Short Film Block
2:00 pm: Short Film Screenings:
- Bottles
- Confluence: A Meditation in Documentary Form
- Still Waters Run Deep
- (Intermission)
- Amen Break
- Van Life
- Memory Project
- The Burger
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4:00 pm: Filmmaker Panel and Talkback
- Featuring creators from Amen Break, Memory Project, and The Burger
Evening Short Film Block
7:00 pm: Short Film Screenings:
- Myself Two Seconds to Cry
- Shakespeare for All Ages
- Clouds
- (Intermission)
- The Echoes We See
- The Cockroaches
- Waiting for Galdot
8:30 pm: Talkback Session
9:30 pm: Offsite Drinks and Networking
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