ABOUT PRINCE GEORGE’S FILM FESTIVAL (PGFF)
The Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council (PGAHC) and the Prince George’s Film Office present the Prince George’s Film Festival (PGFF). Hosted in Prince George’s County, Maryland, this celebration of cinematic arts and culture is presented in partnership with Bowie State University. The festival aims to support filmmakers, provide a platform to showcase their films, and connect them with industry representatives and local creatives. Additionally, the Prince George’s Film Festival will highlight collaborative partnerships among the County's academic, social, political, and business communities.
PGFF is the premier event for new film works from up-and-coming and established independent filmmakers with diverse voices. PGFF presents the best of cinema in Prince George’s County and creates transformational experiences for filmmakers, digital creators, and film enthusiasts.
As Prince George’s County becomes an attractive shooting destination for blockbuster films, the PGFF aims to give independent filmmakers the chance to participate in the film magic happening throughout the county. PGFF is a curated space featuring virtual and on-site film screenings, keynotes, panels, networking receptions, and interactive workshops for creative voices in filmmaking, animation, tech, storytelling, and entrepreneurship.
PGFF is expanding filmmakers’ toolkits with workshops on animation, cinematography, and acting, plus panel discussions and talkbacks focused on trends and the future of film. PGFF keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking events will take place in person over a three (3) day schedule at various locations throughout Prince George's County.
Selected filmmakers will have the opportunity to participate in live Q&As and on-site press opportunities at PGFF.
The Prince George’s Film Festival is dedicated to presenting the best of cinema in Prince George’s County and creating transformational experiences for filmmakers, digital creators, and film enthusiasts. Over the four-day celebration, the festival will feature film screenings, keynote speakers, expert panels, workshops, virtual film screenings, student programs, networking receptions, and community activities.
“Through the Prince George’s Film Festival, the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council and the Prince George’s Film Office is excited to expand the possibilities for film and filmmakers in the County.”