The City of Gaithersburg is proud to present the first annual Gaithersburg Film Festival-a vibrant celebration of storytelling that reflects our community's rich diversity. Recognized as one of the most diverse cities in the United States, Gaithersburg offers the perfect backdrop for a festival that showcases a wide array of cultures, identities, and perspectives through the power of film.

Over the course of three exciting days, audiences will enjoy a dynamic lineup of short films, feature presentations, filmmaker panels, and engaging discussions designed to spark meaningful conversations and offer fresh insights.

Schedule of Events:

Friday, April 25, 2025

Opening Night Reception and Feature Presentation

6:00 pm: Opening Night Reception
7:00 pm: Short Film: Collage
7:10 pm: Feature Film: Paper Marriage
8:40 pm: Talkback with Paper Marriage

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Saturday, April 26, 2025

Afternoon Short Film Block

2:00 pm: Short Film Screenings:
- Bottles
- Confluence: A Meditation in Documentary Form
- Still Waters Run Deep
- (Intermission)
- Amen Break
- Van Life
- Memory Project
- The Burger

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4:00 pm: Filmmaker Panel and Talkback
- Featuring creators from Amen Break, Memory Project, and The Burger

Evening Short Film Block

7:00 pm: Short Film Screenings:
- Myself Two Seconds to Cry
- Shakespeare for All Ages
- Clouds
- (Intermission)
- The Echoes We See
- The Cockroaches
- Waiting for Galdot

8:30 pm: Talkback Session
9:30 pm: Offsite Drinks and Networking

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Sunday, April 27, 2025

Feature Presentation and Closing Reception

2:00 pm: Short Film: Still Running: The Egan Del Story
2:15 pm: Feature Film: Feast Your Ears
4:00 pm: Talkback with Feast Your Ears
5:00 pm: Wine, Cheese and Dessert Reception

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Date:
April 25 - 27, 2025

Location:
Gaithersburg Arts Barn,
311 Kent Square Rd,
Gaithersburg, MD 20878

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