The Abita Springs International Film Festival is excited to present its second annual festival January 24-26, 2025 with an invitation to film makers from the parish, the state, and the world!
The Abita Springs International Film Festival is located in beautiful and historic Abita Springs, Louisiana, USA. A town rich with artists from all backgrounds, it is the perfect setting to inspire and nurture the independent film culture. ASIFF welcomes entries from around the world along with highlighting entries from Louisiana. Our goal is to provide local, national, and international films a platform to express that unique artistic voice that showcases the wonder and exuberance of the world or simply tells a story about the human experience.
Our Mission
The Abita Springs Film Festival (ASIFF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the art of film and providing a platform for filmmakers to showcase their work. We believe that film is a powerful medium that can be used to educate, entertain, and inspire. We are committed to presenting a diverse range of films that reflect the rich tapestry of the human experience. Through educational programs, we hope to inspire new film makers by connecting them with career-advancing resources and thereby cultivating a diverse film culture on the Northshore.
Our Goals
- Educate the public about the art of film
- Inspire and entertain audiences with the power of film
- Promote the diversity of voices in the film industry
- Support the growth of the independent film community
- Provide online resources that provide information about film and filmmakers
The ASIFF accomplishes its goals through the following activities:
- An annual film festival that features a diverse selection of films from around the
world.
- Offering educational programs and workshops.
- Partnering with other organizations that support independent film.
The judges of the Abita Springs International Film Festival will select the films to be awarded for each category. The festival curators will compile the list of official selections that will go in this year’s program for the weekend screenings. The Official Selections and the slate of films will be announced a month prior to the festival. The winners will be announced at the conclusion of the event, on our website and on social media. Each category winner will receive a certificate of recognition.
- Best Director
- Best Screenplay
- Best Actor
- Best Actress
- 7 in 7 Winner (Contest in St. Tammany Parish for 7 minute Film made in 7 Days)
- Best Louisiana Film
- Best Film: The Healing Waters Award! The film that best showcases the mission of the
festival.