The 56th Nashville Film Festival will take place Sept. 18 – 24, 2025.

NashFilm celebrates innovation, music and the many voices of the human spirit through the art of film. Founded in 1969, the Nashville Film Festival is one of the first film festivals in the United States.

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The 55th Nashville Film Festival officially wrapped on Sept. 25, 2024. For recap, film guide and more click below:

2024 FESTIVAL

(L) Director, Kathlyn Horan (R) Tanya Tucker of the film
“The Return of Tanya Tucker: Featuring Brandi Carlile”

Nashville Film Festival

The Nashville Film Festival is a premier annual event celebrating the art of storytelling, featuring world-class film screenings, engaging live Q&As, thought-provoking panels and workshops, and vibrant parties that connect filmmakers and audiences in an unforgettable experience.

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NashFilm Year-Round Initiatives

The Nashville Film Festival (NashFilm) discovers, elevates and honors filmmakers, screenwriters and musicians from around the world while engaging, connecting and strengthening the Nashville community.

In addition to producing one of the top film festivals in the country, NashFilm strengthens and enriches the local community year-round through unique programs, including film education screenings for public school students, a summer film camp for high schoolers, and free outdoor film screenings for locals.

NashFilm is a 501(c)(3) arts advocacy organization.

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NashFilm membership offers exclusive perks like early access to tickets, special discounts, invitations to advanced screenings and events, and year-round opportunities to connect with a passionate community of film lovers—perfect for anyone eager to experience the magic of storytelling up close.

Beyond these benefits, membership plays a vital role in bringing the world’s best independent films to Nashville and supporting NashFilm’s year-round initiatives, such as education programming.

By fostering a vibrant creative community of filmmakers, screenwriters, and musicians, NashFilm creates life-changing connections and amplifies Nashville’s global cultural impact.

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