Welcome to the 6th Annual Norwalk Film Festival! We are pleased to invite you to three days of diverse and inclusive entertainment, featuring inspirational screenings, insightful filmmaker Q&A’s and interactive workshops.

The Norwalk Film Festival was founded by a grassroots group of filmmakers, community cultural leaders, and movie lovers living and working in Norwalk. The festival celebrates independent filmmaking and emerging voices with diverse backgrounds. The goal of the volunteer-based NFF committee is to bring local communities together and stimulate conversations generated by the films.

2022 Standing Ovation Award Recipient-Brennyn Lark
2021 Standing Ovation Award Recipient-Oscar Guerra
2019 Honoree-DJ Caruso
2019 Standing Ovation Award Recipient-Robin de Jesus

Awards & Prizes

An Audience Award will be awarded for each block.

Rules & Terms


We accept films in the stated categories in any genre. We do not have a premiere restriction, but do let us know if this is an international, national, or regional premiere or if this is your first film. All films must be in English or subtitled in English. All films must be original work and clear of hindrances that would interfere with screening at our the Norwalk Film Festival. Foreign films of any genre are welcome. Films entered must be completed after January 1, 2023.

We will consider waivers on an individual basis. Please email the festival with your request. Festival dates and locations subject to change.
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  • Blake Rice

    So honored to have Tea be apart of this amazing fest. Thanks to the programming team, and all involved - hope to see you next year as well! Cheers! -The Tea(m)

    March 2025
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  • Andrew Ducky Dutkiewicz

    Great team, venues, location, and programming. For being in their first decade was shocked at how well run and encouraging the team was on connecting filmmakers with others. Very welcoming and dedicated.

    February 2025
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  • Chris Barlow

    Wonderful festival with a warm and welcoming staff! Insightful workshops and great networking opportunities. Honored to have come home with the Audience Choice Award!

    January 2025
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  • Anna Kerr

    What a fantastic festival to make our debut at! Thank you to Norwalk for fostering such a lovely, generous festival. We had a great time and hope to be back again!

    January 2025
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  • Sebastian Zufelt

    Norwalk was an excellent experience! Sean Fox, in particular, was warmly welcoming and moderated a wonderful Q&A! The District Music Hall is a great venue, and the team pays attention to detail in bringing the community together!

    January 2025
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