The New Orleans Film Society has revealed the first wave of programming for the 37th annual New Orleans Film Festival, returning October 22–27 with 175 films screening across the city. Check out the full lineup here.
The Oscar-qualifying festival will open with Victory, a documentary celebrating the life and legacy of New Orleans soul icon Irma Thomas. The film sets the tone for a festival built around Louisiana stories, emerging Southern filmmakers, and voices from around the world.
This year’s competition lineup was selected from nearly 4,000 submissions and features filmmakers representing 38 countries. The program spans documentary, narrative, animation, and experimental filmmaking, with 53 Louisiana-made projects highlighting the strength of the state’s growing film community.
Local selections include the world premiere of The Dew Drop Inn: Resistance and Resilience, which explores the legendary New Orleans venue and its role on the Chitlin’ Circuit. The festival will also premiere Scrim, documenting the famous New Orleans rescue dog whose escapes, Mardi Gras adventures, and loyal following turned him into a local symbol of hope.
Other highlights include Loves Company, a New Orleans-shot dark comedy starring Rachel Dratch and Brian Batt; Matininó, which participated in NOFF’s 2022 South Pitch program before premiering at Tribeca; and the Sundance documentary Some Kind of Refuge, centered on the resilient community living along the Mississippi River batture.
Screenings will take place at the Contemporary Arts Center, Prytania Theatre Uptown, The Broad Theater, and additional locations. The festival’s free Filmmaker Conference will move entirely into the CAC, bringing workshops, live podcast recordings, industry conversations, and educational sessions under one roof. Virtual screenings will also be available globally from October 22 through November 1.
Tier 2 All Access Passes are available now, with prices increasing on September 3. Individual tickets go on sale September 21 for NOFS members and September 24 for the public. Student and teacher passes, virtual passes, and a new $99 Unlimited Film Package launch September 3. You can grab tickets HERE.
The First Ticket On Us program will also return, giving every New Orleans resident access to one free festival ticket. Additionally, one screening room at The Broad will operate on a pay-what-you-will basis throughout the festival.
The New Orleans Film Society has revealed the first wave of programming for the 37th annual New Orleans Film Festival, returning October 22–27 with 175 films screening across the city. Check out the full lineup here.
The Oscar-qualifying festival will open with Victory, a documentary celebrating the life and legacy of New Orleans soul icon Irma Thomas. The film sets the tone for a festival built around Louisiana stories, emerging Southern filmmakers, and voices from around the world.
This year’s competition lineup was selected from nearly 4,000 submissions and features filmmakers representing 38 countries. The program spans documentary, narrative, animation, and experimental filmmaking, with 53 Louisiana-made projects highlighting the strength of the state’s growing film community.
Local selections include the world premiere of The Dew Drop Inn: Resistance and Resilience, which explores the legendary New Orleans venue and its role on the Chitlin’ Circuit. The festival will also premiere Scrim, documenting the famous New Orleans rescue dog whose escapes, Mardi Gras adventures, and loyal following turned him into a local symbol of hope.
Other highlights include Loves Company, a New Orleans-shot dark comedy starring Rachel Dratch and Brian Batt; Matininó, which participated in NOFF’s 2022 South Pitch program before premiering at Tribeca; and the Sundance documentary Some Kind of Refuge, centered on the resilient community living along the Mississippi River batture.
Screenings will take place at the Contemporary Arts Center, Prytania Theatre Uptown, The Broad Theater, and additional locations. The festival’s free Filmmaker Conference will move entirely into the CAC, bringing workshops, live podcast recordings, industry conversations, and educational sessions under one roof. Virtual screenings will also be available globally from October 22 through November 1.
Tier 2 All Access Passes are available now, with prices increasing on September 3. Individual tickets go on sale September 21 for NOFS members and September 24 for the public. Student and teacher passes, virtual passes, and a new $99 Unlimited Film Package launch September 3. You can grab tickets HERE.
The First Ticket On Us program will also return, giving every New Orleans resident access to one free festival ticket. Additionally, one screening room at The Broad will operate on a pay-what-you-will basis throughout the festival.
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