Create Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF) Laurels

The Rhode Island International Film Festival (RIIFF), now in its 29th year, is a prestigious Academy Award®, BAFTA, and Canadian Screen Award qualifying event that celebrates the independent spirit of filmmaking. Showcasing over 350 films annually from around the globe, it features diverse categories, including shorts, features, documentaries, animation, and unique sidebars such as LGBTQ+, Sci-Fi, and Indigenous films. Renowned as one of the top 10 short film festivals in the U.S., RIIFF has premiered numerous groundbreaking works, with 89 Oscar® nominations and 14 wins to date. Known for its robust industry panels, networking events, and filmmaker-focused hospitality, RIIFF provides an intimate platform for creative exchange while hosting screenings in historic Providence, Rhode Island.