Welcome to the groundbreaking 10th Annual Film Festival extravaganza brought to you by Down East Flick Fest (DEFF)! Get ready to dive into a whirlwind celebration of the arts where filmmaking takes center stage, but creativity knows no bounds!
Like last year, live screenings will be held downtown at the Community Council for the Arts at 400 N Queen St,-Kinston, NC (252) 527-2517 on Saturday and Sunday with an additional venue for the Greenville area to be announced soon. Our Community Impact film and panel session will be held on Friday evening, September 20th.
DEFF 2024 is breaking barriers by extending its reach far and wide with the DEFF 2024 Online Event. Filmmakers, buckle up as we catapult your creations onto the global stage, showcasing the very best of your talent to the world! Explicit permission from selected filmmakers is required to participate in the DEFF 2024 Online event.
But wait, there's more! We will crown the crème de la crème with the prestigious Best of the Fest award, complete with a dazzling cash prize. From heart-pounding dramas to side-splitting comedies, DEFF offers an array of genre-specific awards and unique Specialty Awards that recognize groundbreaking contributions to social justice and underrepresented voices.
Calling all poets and spoken word enthusiasts! Our Poetry/Spoken Word Films category is back by popular demand, inviting you to weave a tapestry of words, visuals, and sounds that will leave audiences spellbound.
DEFF is not just a festival; it's a movement. Whether you're an emerging talent or a seasoned pro, our doors are wide open, beckoning filmmakers of all stripes to join the ranks of cinematic greatness.
And for our young visionaries, DEFF offers a special platform for High School Students to shine, with waived or reduced fees to ensure that talent knows no boundaries.
But wait, there's more! This year, DEFF is taking you on a passported tour of local art, history, and hidden gems in Greenville and Kinston, NC. Prepare to be dazzled by Southern Hospitality as we roll out the red carpet for attendees near and fa
The Best of the Fest will win a total of $500 in cash or prizes. All winning filmmakers will be awarded certificates and highlighted for their outstanding entries, but there will be no losers. All filmmakers will receive notification of the status of their films. In the coming weeks and months, visit our website for more details at www.downeastflickfest.org. Sponsorships that will be available for specific categories will be announced.