Wench Film Festival is India's First Fantastic Film Festival showcasing films made by filmmakers inclusive of BIWOC, LGBTQ+ women, and Non-Binary.
Fantastic Films Include Horror, Sci Fi, and Fantasy!
Films completed after March 2022 are eligible.
Wench Film Festival is back, and it's bigger and bolder than ever! As India's first and foremost celebration of horror, sci-fi, and fantasy cinema, we're thrilled to announce our monumental 4th edition, landing on the extra-special date of February 29th, on this remarkable leap year.
This time around, we're taking giant leaps in the world of genre films, presenting a meticulously curated selection of 29 films that will transport you to worlds unknown. Get ready for an astonishing lineup featuring 14 India Premieres and 10 Asia Premieres, ensuring that you'll be among the first to witness these cinematic marvels.
But that's not all! On March 2nd, we're shining a spotlight on Indian talent with a dedicated day featuring 10 captivating films, accompanied by the brilliant minds behind them. Directors will be present for engaging Q&A sessions, offering a unique opportunity to delve deeper into the magic behind the movies.
Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic journey, as we explore the realms of imagination and creativity like never before. Join us at the Wench Film Festival's 4th edition FEB 29 - MAR 3 and be part of this incredible leap into the world of genre filmmaking.
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After a successful physical Edition 3 we have decided NOT to have any screenings online and focus on growing a thriving and engaged community. The Festival will take place at Veda Factory, MUMBAI.
HIGHLIGHTS OF PREVIOUS FESTIVALS
V3, 2023 (HYBRID)
25 FILMS ALL SCREENED PHYSICALLY IN 2 LOCATIONS
-OPENING SPEAKER ANVITA DUTT
-MASTERCLASS IN HORROR BY VIKRAM BHATT
-HORROR WRITERS ROOM WITH KAIZAD GUSTAD
-PITCH IT TILL YOU MAKE IT - INDIA'S FIRST HORROR PITCHING SESSION
-LIVE SCORING TO THE FIRST SCI FI FILM - A TRIP TO THE MOON
-DISCUSSING GENRE AND THE GAZE WITH VISHAL FURIA AND ENSIA MIRZA
V Two, 2022 (HYBRID)
47 FILMS
43 DIRECTED BY WOMEN.
6 IMPORTANT PANELS - 23 PANELISTS
-HIGH ON SPIRITS
-NO FREAKINGIdeaWhat THISThingIs (NFT)
-VR HERE
-FESTIVAL PROGRAMMING : THE INSIDE STORY
-I SEE DEAD PEOPLE
-SCREAM QUEENS
V One, 2021 (Virtual)
41 Films -
18 Features
12 Shorts
11 Kids Films
ALL DIRECTED BY WOMEN !
7 Important Panels - 52 Panelist’s
-Consent and Intimacy on Set
-Inclusivity Matters!
-Scream Queens
-Inside Out
-Genre Films
-Sound of Music
-Women In Advertising
With stellar ticket sales in Year 1, 2, and 3 of the festival with titles that were largely discovered at the festival is testimony to what the festival set out to achieve and is probably the best response received for any online festival from India.
ARE YOU READY TO SMASH THAT BLOODY CEILING WITH US?
(PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PHYSICAL PART OF THE FESTIVAL CAN CHANGE IF COVID STRIKES AGAIN OR SOMETHING NEW CROPS UP! PLEASE CHECK HERE OR ON OUR WEBSITE www.wenchfilmfestival.com FOR UPDATES)
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