11th Annual Wheaton Film Festival

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Date and Time

• Saturday, Nov 8, 2025  2:30pm - 9pm

Location

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Details

With film screenings, panel discussions, and networking, the 11th Annual Wheaton Film Festival is a great showcase to see films, learn about the industry, make new contacts, etc.

Everyone is invited to come to Wheaton, MD on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 2:30pm.

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Tentative Schedule:

2:30pm-3:00pm Doors Open, informal networking, welcome

3:00pm -5:00pm EDUCATIONAL PANEL DISCUSSIONS

3:00pm-3:50pm Cutting Edge Film Production (Panel 1 of 2)

4:00pm-4:50pm Entertainment Law 101 (Panel 2 of 2)

5:00pm-6:00pm NETWORKING and DINNER RECEPTION (food provided while supplies last*)

6:00pm-8:30pm SHORT FILM SCREENINGS

8:30pm-9:15pm AWARDS PRESENTATION and Closing Comments

9:15pm-11:59pm AFTER PARTY at a favorite local bar/restaurant to be announced [all are invited, no ticket required to After Party]

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Panel Discussions May Include:

Cutting Edge Film Production - Join speaker Chris Petracco who will discuss immersive filmmaking and ambisonic sound.

Entertainment Law 101 - Join speaker John Mason give an overview of key legal concepts for creative professionals including option agreements, copyright, trademark, work for hire agreements, and more.

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Food & Refreshments:

We will provide bottled water, snacks, and dinner to attendees at no additional cost. Food may include hot dogs, chips, popcorn, cookies, and fruit (while supplies last).

*If you have any allergies or specific dietary needs, then please arrange to bring your own food.

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Awards & Prizes

"Levin Grand Prize" - Jury Award for Best Overall Film

"Wheaton Award" - Jury Award for Best Community Story

"Kamen Grand Prize" - Jury Award for Best Student Film