The Bushwick Film Festival is set to celebrate its 16th anniversary this fall, with the festival taking place from October 25-29th. Inspired by the notion of the “Sweet Sixteen,” a time of growth, self-discovery, and newfound independence, this year’s festival theme revolves around exploring and embracing our passage into life’s next chapter, through cinema.

The festival continues its partnership with Williamsburg Cinemas, where all festival films will be screened. To celebrate its Sweet 16, this year’s films will explore themes of coming-of-age, self-realization, and the quest for personal freedom, captured through the cinematic lens.

Turning 16 traditionally symbolizes growth and discovery, but these transformative moments are not bound by age. We find defining moments at every juncture and during every transition. As we usher in the 16th Bushwick Film Festival, we’re celebrating more than just cinema; we’re embracing the journey, the lessons, and the stories that have brought us here. Here’s to life’s defining chapters and the many stories that intertwine with them.
Kweighbaye Kotee, Founder

The festival features not only an exciting lineup of films, but also a range of special events. The Opening Night Red Carpet Reception will take place at Brooklyn Borough Hall on October 25. In addition, the Movie Industry Conference will feature a full day of panel discussions, conversations, and networking opportunities for industry professionals and filmmakers. Finally, a lively Sweet 16 Party will be held at Lot 45.

Tickets to the 16th Anniversary Bushwick Film Festival, and film programing highlights can be found below, as well as at www.bushwickfilmfestival.com:

Halloween-inspired movie night: Campy Horrors, Thrillers and Supernartural

NY Stories

Shorts Block: NY Coming of Age: https://bit.ly/3LsuQ1H
Shorts Block: NY In Transit: https://bit.ly/3LuMKAZ

Social Justice

Shorts Block: Being and Belonging: https://bit.ly/45TJqaJ
Shorts Block: Politics of Identity: https://bit.ly/3EJtwUs
Shorts Block: Dreams and Sacrifices: https://bit.ly/3ZmJZHD
Shorts Block: Through The Fire: https://bit.ly/44ZDJXs
Andrew from Angola: https://bit.ly/44ZDJXs

Stories about Love

Shorts Block – Heart Strings: https://bit.ly/3EHLQNF
Shorts Block – Heavy Hearts: https://bit.ly/3LuMtxX

Must See Features

Artist Unknown: https://bit.ly/3PhPv9Y
Darla in Space: https://bit.ly/3EPI7O5
Young Gun: https://bit.ly/4529E9Q
Playing Sam: https://bit.ly/46gqaE9
All The Songs We Never Sang: https://bit.ly/3Pg4K3e

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Bushwick Film Festival Celebrates Its Sweet Sixteen This October