MFF 2026 Event
Event Schedule & Film Guide Coming Soon...
05.29.26
5pm - 11pm
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Networking Event
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Opening Night Film Block
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Spotlight Feature Film
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Festival Kickoff Party
05.30.26
11am - 11pm
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Feature Films + Q&As
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Short Film Blocks
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FrameWorks - Workshops
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Reel Insights - Panels
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Reel Tech - Digital Film Expo
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VIP Filmmaker Party
05.31.26
11am - 9pm
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Feature Films + Q&As
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Short Film Blocks
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FrameWorks - Workshops
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Reel Insights - Panels
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Reel Tech - Digital Film Expo
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Awards Ceremony
GLOBAL
CINEMA
The Monmouth Film Festival is known for discovering cinematic gems from around the world and curating them into a world-class program celebrating the best of independent cinema.
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Throughout the weekend, audiences experience a carefully selected lineup of short and feature-length films across all genres, including Academy Award–qualifying storytelling, emerging voices, and acclaimed films from leading international festivals—brought together on the East Coast.
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Driven by our belief in quality over quantity, every film is presented on one exceptional silver screen, creating a focused, immersive theatrical experience where each story receives the attention it deserves.
INTERACTIVE
WORKSHOPS
Presented by the Monmouth Film Institute in partnership with the New York Film Academy, these free, hands-on workshops are designed to guide filmmakers through every stage of the filmmaking journey — from development and pre-production to post-production and distribution.
Hosted at Bell Works in Holmdel, New Jersey, the workshops offer practical insight across producing, directing, cinematography, editing, and more, creating a dynamic learning experience for filmmakers, students, and creatives looking to grow their skills and build a lasting career in the industry.
Imagine sitting face to face with the minds behind today’s biggest films, series, and broadcast content!
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The Monmouth Film Festival’s Industry Panels bring filmmakers, students, and creatives face to face with professionals behind today’s biggest films, television series, and broadcast productions. Hosted at Bell Works in Holmdel, New Jersey, these film industry panels feature voices with experience across major studios, networks, and streaming platforms including Netflix, Amazon, Disney/ABC, Viacom/Paramount, and more — offering real insight, inspiration, and access for anyone passionate about the entertainment industry.
ReelTech Digital Film Expo brings filmmakers face-to-face with the latest and most groundbreaking cinema and broadcast technology—live and in person during MFF 2026. This hands-on expo features leading manufacturers showcasing equipment across every stage of production, including cameras, lenses, lighting, camera support systems, broadcast gear, post-production tools, and more.
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Experience the technology powering today’s films and tomorrow’s innovations—all while immersed in the energy of the Monmouth Film Festival.