Welcome to the Second Annual From Beyond Film Festival, where the strange, shocking, and surreal take center stage. Held this October in the heart of Boise, Idaho, this brand-new celebration of fringe cinema invites audiences on a wild ride through horror, cult, sci-fi, fantasy, and all things wonderfully weird from across the globe.

Whether you're a lifelong lover of creature features or a curious newcomer looking to test your nerves, From Beyond will showcase a boundary-pushing lineup of films that defy genre rules and embrace the bizarre. This isn't just another festival—it’s a meeting place for misfits, mavericks, and midnight movie maniacs.

🎬 What to Expect

A curated selection of international and local films that explore the darker corners of cinematic imagination

World premieres, underground gems, and vintage cult classics

Engaging Q&As, filmmaker panels, and after-dark events

A creative community atmosphere at the Idaho Film Society, Boise’s vibrant indie film hub

🌎 Global Vision, Local Pulse From Beyond isn’t just about scares—it’s about storytelling. Each film reflects a unique worldview, and together, they build a shared space for genre lovers to explore new dimensions.

👁 Come for the chills. Stay for the weird. This October, step into the void and discover what lies From Beyond.

Awards & Prizes

Best Short, Best Feature, Audience Choice, Best Creature Feature, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Effects, Furthest Beyond (Weirdest), Best in Fest

Rules & Terms

By submitting your film, you attest that you own it. FBFF reserves the right to use any stills or marketing materials provided to promote the festival and showcase the film.

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  • Jenna Payne

    Greatly appreciate the outreach and enthusiasm from this festival, and I wish we could have attended. Seemed like a terrific event. Thank you!

    October 2025
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  • Jim Zounis

    It was such a great honor to have our short selected to participate in the 'From Beyond Film Festival'. Thank you all

    October 2025
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  • G Wilson

    Didn't get a chance to attend, but was honored to be invited to submit to the inaugural year of the fest. Was stoked to screen our film, BORGLESQUE, at the Idaho Film Society. I really dig the vibe and curation, and hope to attend in the future.

    October 2025
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    Response from festival:

    Thank you, sir! It was a blast and I’m stoked for next year. Borglesque got some great laughs and a loud “get him!” when Borgtia blender handed ol’ Dick. Thanks again for being part of it.

  • Jon Farrington

    Superb Festival ran by someone extremely passionate about films and promoting up and coming talent.
    We couldn't make the Festival, but Ian communicated thoroughly and the pictures online looked incredible.
    We will be submitting our new film to this festival next year and will also be attending. This festival will grow quickly due to the attention/passion given by Ian and his team. Thanks again for showcasing our small film, Chompy's Burgers

    October 2025
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks Jon, and congrats to you and your brothers on making a really fun film. It got a ton of laughs at the screening and people were imitating Chompy in the lobby afterward. Looking forward to seeing more from you gents and hope to meet you at the next festival.

  • Andrew Gibbs

    From Beyond Film Festival is awesome! Super cool people that really care about the filmmakers and what they're putting together. Thanks again so much again for showing Manifest! I was really bummed out I couldn't make it out, but it just gives me reason to make another film to submit for next year.

    Ian is a super cool dude that knows his stuff, and makes you feel part of the festival family there. And shout out to Victoria who I met in Chicago and had super kind things to say about the film. The horror festival family is one of the biggest parts of this, and they nailed it. Thanks again guys!

    October 2025
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    Response from festival:

    Thanks Andrew! Great job with Manifest, it built such dread and I could feel the tension in the room. Excited to see what you craft next.