An indie film festival
for movie people

Enjoy the 2024 Festival Trailer featuring the incredible artists highlighted in 2024.

Cindependent Film Festival is Cincinnati’s home for independent filmmakers.

Join us September 18, 19, and 20, 2025 for our next festival edition. 2025 VIP Tickets will be on sale 11/29/2024.

We are currently accepting film and screenplay submissions.


Thanks to ArtsWave, we are pleased to welcome Black Cincinnati Cinema Collective, OutReels Cincinnati and Women in Film as programming partners in 2024. We celebrate Cincinnati, together. Many of our education opportunities are made with support from Film Cincinnati.

Interested in being a sponsor for 2025? Email us to learn more about activations for the Cinema Expo, Reception Parties, or film and masterclass sponsorships. You’re in good company; check out our 2024 sponsors and partners.