Create Brooklyn Film Festival Laurels

The Brooklyn Film Festival (BFF) is a prestigious, international-competitive event celebrating its 28th edition from May 30 to June 8, 2025. Located in Brooklyn, New York, the festival is dedicated to discovering and promoting independent filmmakers, especially those at the beginning of their careers. With a commitment to artistic excellence and creative freedom, BFF showcases approximately 150 selected films across six categories: Narrative Features, Documentary Features, Short Narratives, Short Documentaries, Experimental Films, and Animations. The 10-day festival, held at iconic Brooklyn venues like Windmill Studios and the Wythe Hotel Cinema, also features online screenings and offers filmmakers unique networking opportunities. BFF is a Canadian Screen Award-qualifying event, drawing 20,000 attendees annually and providing talented creators with industry recognition and abundant awards, such as the coveted Grand Chameleon Award. Recognized among the "Top 100 Best Reviewed Film Festivals," BFF is a prime hub for celebrating indie cinema on a global stage.