15th Annual
Fayetteville Film Fest
Oct. 12-14, 2023
A Platform for Cinematic Storytelling
Fayetteville Film Fest is a non-profit organization located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Our aim is to promote independent filmmaking, nurture diverse voices, and foster a vibrant creative film community in the Northwest Arkansas region.
Independent Films
Explore a diverse selection of captivating independent films from various genres and styles.
Interactive Panels
Learn and discuss filmmaking topics with industry experts and professionals.
Networking
Connect with fellow filmmakers, enthusiasts, and industry insiders at our events.
Pitch Prize Competition
Pitch your idea to a panel of jurors and win a cash prize to produce your film.
Official Selections for 2023
Narrative Features
- Ghost of the Void (AR)
- Maybelline Prince (CA)
- American Parent (CA)
- Scrap (Chicago)
- Faceless After Dark (CA)
Documentary Features
- Uneven Ground (AR)
- The Story of Mr. Glass (AR)
- Dirt (AR)
Narrative Shorts
- Moment of Peace (AR)
- Angle of Attack (AR)
- All Units (AR)
- The Countryman (NM)
- Baking (AR)
- Green Eyes (MO)
- Radio telescope (CA)
- Rainfall the Band (NY)
- Madness Within (AR)
- Antifreeze (Iran)
- Joan and the Rolling Stone (NY)
- Pretty Canoe (AR)
- Scam (CA)
- The Measure of a Man (AR)
- Step 9 (KS)
- Taste of Neon (NY)
- New West (AR)
- Scam (CA)
- The Measure of a Man (AR)
- Step 9 (KS)
- Taste of Neon (NY)
Documentary Shorts
- Filled with Hope (AR)
- The Hill We Climb (Benton, AR)
- Racer’s Nature: Trial by Fire (AR)
- Libertad (AR)
- Road to Milan (AR)
- Caddisfly (WA)
- The Arkansas Accent project (AR)
- A safe place to sleep (AR)
Student Films
- Different, Not Less (AR)
- Thank you, Neck (LO)
- Morning Room (CA)
- Magpie (MO)
- Dre Day (FS)
- The Love Hack (TX)
- La Telarana (OK)
- *I Can’t Do this anymore (AR)
- A Song of the Bluff (AR)
- Bruno (CA)
- BANG! (UA)
- *JOE (CA)
Music Videos
- Bench Seat
- Where You Want Me
- Hangman
- Adrian Sutherland
- Prison Romance
- Kids From West Fork
- Minor Setback
2022 Fayetteville Film Fest Award Winners
We were honored to recognize the incredible achievements of the award-winning filmmakers at last year’s festival. Their unique stories, bold visual styles, and dedication to their craft made them stand out in our vibrant community of independent cinema. Congratulations to all the winners!
Hard Shell/Soft Shell
- 2022
- 01:40:00
- Emma Benestan
We Burn Like This
- 2022
- 01:21:00
- Alana Waksman
American Murderer
- 2022
- 01:41:03
- Matthew Gentile
Freedom’s Path
- 2022
- 02:05:00
- Brett Smith
Our Supportive Sponsors
The Fayetteville Film Fest relies on the generous support of our sponsors to bring exciting independent films, talented filmmakers, and engaging events to our community. By becoming a sponsor, you are playing an essential role in promoting creative storytelling and fostering a thriving film community in Northwest Arkansas.
Support Fayetteville Film Fest
Partner with us as a sponsor to foster creativity, diversity, and artistic expression in film while enhancing your brand visibility in an engaged community.