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2026 Tallahassee Film Festival

The 18th Annual Tallahassee Film Festival takes place from October 8-11, showcasing diverse films centered on Florida themes. Highlights include a live performance by Negativland, a debut film by Costa Karalis, and various documentaries and short films. The festival promotes local filmmakers and features engaging panels and screenings focused on social and ecological issues.

Testimonials

I loved my time here! I met plenty of talented filmmakers I will be working with soon. It was a dream to see my film on an IMAX screen and engage in a thoughtful interview discussion afterward. The venue was wonderful and provided a great catering event as well. I will definitely be submitting and attending this event next year. Thank you Tallahassee Film Festival!

Tanner Hirten, Filmmaker

The festival organizers provided clear communication, programmed impressive selections, included a networking brunch for filmmakers, and really knew how to draw a crowd. I'm really hoping to attend this year, whether or not a project of mine is selected. TFF is great!

Nathan Sellers, Filmmaker

We absolutely LOVED having our clients selected here, their social media is superb meaning that each film gets a great spotlight. We were so pleased to have our clients screen there, and will continue to spread the good word. Got a film? Definitely consider submitting here!

Festival Formula, Ltd.

The lineup was INCREDIBLE, and it was an honor to be shown beside them. Organizers created a welcoming environment for filmmakers—the VIP/Filmmaker Brunch was lovely! I highly recommend submitting to TFF!

Valerie Jones Rash, Actor/Filmmaker

One of my favorite regional film festivals! The programming is outstanding: for the films in competition, the programmers select excellent-quality and TRUE indie films that are not just the same films playing all of the other regional fests. Plus they showcase exciting titles fresh from Sundance, Slamdance, etc for their out-of-competition slots. (I gladly watched six features and three shorts in two days.) They are also extremely well-organized and communicative. Great after parties, Q&A sessions and a well-run awards ceremony (featuring beautiful trophies) on closing night. A relaxed and friendly atmosphere where the opportunities for networking with other filmmakers are plentiful. I greatly hope to return!

Michael Smith, Filmmaker