film festival

	African American Film Festival The Kravis Center’s African-American Film Festival is an annual event founded by James Drayton. This special series includes films that feature African-American actors and directors and convey the African-American experience. This annual series strives to educate, entertain and enlighten attendees.  This season the series will be hosted at the historic SUNSET LOUNGE in West Palm Beach.  PEAK performances made possible by a grant from the MLDauray Arts Initiative in honor of Leonard and Sophie Davis
	Boca International Jewish Film Festival Veteran film festival directors Wendy Honig, Lesley Rich and Arleen Roberts invite you to join them in celebrating Jewish / Israeli cinema, culture and traditions at the new Boca International Jewish Film Festival. During February and March, filmmakers, film enthusiasts, and industry professionals will gather to appreciate the art of filmmaking with a broad selection of films screening at Cinemark Palace 20 and Movies of Delray and Lake Worth.
	Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival The Judy Levis Krug Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival features films, documentaries, comedies and shorts that explore the Jewish experience, culture, history, identity and topics relevant to Jewish life. Their mission is to provide the newest, most stimulating and thought provoking films that encourage audiences to expand their understanding of the Jewish world and engage in dialogue to explore the many diverse perspectives portrayed by the films presented.
	Boca Raton Public Library Film Festival Dedicated to celebrating the diverse voices of Florida's student and independent filmmaking community, fostering meaningful connections between filmmakers and audiences, and providing local storytellers with a platform to showcase their artistic expression and technical skill.
	Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival Founded in 1990 and evolving to bring the finest in cinema from around the world to South Florida. Selected films are diverse with some focusing on Jewish issues, while others spotlight history, arts, culture, achievements and valor. All celebrate the Jewish experience. This festival runs annually in January and February and features films as diverse as its community.
	Sun & Stars International Film Festival Featuring highly anticipated, critically acclaimed and thought-provoking films and events with actors, directors and industry guests.  Bringing the work of both emerging and established filmmakers from around the world into the County, the festival fosters collaboration with community partners, diverse populations, and student filmmakers to bring a mix voices and perspectives to film discussions and panels.
	Subtropic Film Festival November 6 - 8, 2026 - Formerly known as Sub Culture, the newly rebranded Subtropic Film Fest is a celebration of emerging filmmakers in South Florida. With a commitment to providing a platform for new talent, the festival aims to showcase the diversity and creativity of the region's film industry.  Subtropic Film Fest, in partnership with Afflux Studios and Norton Museum, is bringing together filmmakers and artists for networking and collaboration opportunities.
	The Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films The Student Showcase of Films is the largest statewide film competition and award show for Florida student filmmakers, screenwriters, graphic design and digital media artists. Over the years, the SSOF has awarded over $4 million in cash, scholarships and prizes. The juried competition recognizes outstanding high school and college students and will present over $30,000 in scholarships and awards this year. Students are judged by industry professionals from around the globe with finalists honored at an awards show.
	Wellington Film Festival Held each year in Wellington and surrounding areas, the Wellington Film Festival features regional films as well as international films, focusing on independent and student filmmakers.  The festival is an in-person event and will include venues such as the Movies of Lake Worth, the Movies at Wellington and Belair 509 Restaurant.
	Wild & Scenic Film Festival The Wild & Scenic Film Festival at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum inspires environmental activism and a love for nature–through film. Wild & Scenic shares an urgent call to action, encouraging festival-goers to learn more about what they can do to save our threatened planet

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