Discover new works and original storytellers in cinema!

This event showcases innovative short, independent film submissions from diverse, new and emerging cinematic creators from Richmond and beyond—the fresh voices experimenting and creating brilliant work without commercial pressure or restraint.  

Official selections for this event are:

“Mother of Martian,” [Sci-Fi 15:25] Will Dorney - Hingham MA

“Ask for Help,” [Horror 11:01] Gina DeAngelis - Williamsburg VA

“Time Spent,” [Sci-Fi 12:28] Rob Daniel Hutt - Oxfordshire UK

“Flicker,” [Horror 4:38] Chris Abaya - Yorktown VA

“Loved,” [Thriller 14:00] David Joseph Higgins - Asbury Park NJ

“Her Mother’s Eyes,” [Drama 15:43] Sawyer Macres - Denver CO

“Naked Zombie Girl is Back!” [Horror 12:45] Rickey Bird - Bakersfield CA

Executive producer/actor Joseph Sernio (NJ, All My Children), and directors Will Dorney (MA, ESPN), Gina DeAngelis (VA), and Chris Abaya (VA) scheduled to appear in filmmaker Q&A moderated by Shari Wiltshire following the screenings.

Wednesday, April 19 at 7 p.m. at Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square. Tickets on sale $12 in advance, $15 day of show.

*Some films contain strong language, nudity and/or violence. Discretion is advised.

TICKETS may be purchased HERE.

Our event begins promptly. Please arrive with enough time to check in, purchase tickets, purchase concessions and be seated by 7 p.m.

There is plenty of free parking at Bow Tie Movieland at Boulevard Square. Concessions offer pizza, chicken tenders, sliders, hot dogs, french fries, nachos, and mozzarella sticks, in addition to popcorn and candy. And there's a full bar complete with beer, wine, liquor and cocktails.

If you are sick, please stay home.

We do not offer refunds.