May 29-31, 2026 | Event Passes Now on Pre-Sale!
2026 SPOTLIGHT FILMS
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ONE Venue to rule them all
Running across multiple venues to catch dozens of films can be exhausting—and often takes away from the experience. That’s why we do it differently: one venue, one screen, one exceptional, carefully curated program.
The Monmouth Film Festival is proud to call Bell Works home—an iconic, all-under-one-roof venue unlike anywhere else in the country. Once Bell Laboratories, a hub for world-changing innovation, it has been reimagined into a vibrant “metroburb” filled with restaurants, cafés, art, and a dynamic creative community.
It’s also the filming location for Apple TV’s Severance, recognizable as the headquarters of Lumon Industries, adding another layer of cinematic energy to the festival experience.
The Bell Theater offers an exceptional film festival experience, featuring state-of-the-art projection, stunning image clarity, and immersive, high-quality sound in a space designed for cinematic storytelling.
At the Monmouth Film Festival, we’re committed to presenting films the way they’re meant to be seen—on the big screen, with the care and quality they deserve. Every screening is crafted to elevate both the film and the audience experience, ensuring each work is not just shown, but truly experienced.
At Bell Works, everything you need for an unforgettable Monmouth Film Festival weekend is under one roof—screenings, panels, networking, and dining just steps apart. With ample free parking and a fully indoor setting, it’s a seamless, all-weather festival experience.
Attending is easier than ever before
(with plenty of free parking)
NJ Transit
Bell Works is just a short 10 minute ride from the Hazlet and Middletown NJ TRANSIT stations on the North Jersey Coast Line, offering quick, direct access from New York City and Newark Intl Airport. A short rideshare or taxi brings you straight from the platform to the festival doors!
Easy Parking
Located just 5 minutes off the Garden State Parkway (Exit 116) and connected to all major routes—including the I95, Route 18, and Route 34, 35 & 36 - Bell Works is effortlessly accessible from anywhere in the NYC Tri-State Area & surrounding region. Plus, with a few thousand free parking spots you won't be circling around or feeding the meter!
THANK YOU TO OUR 2026 FESTIVAL SPONSORS
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