PHOENIXVILLE, PA — The Phoenixville Film Festival will return for its third year, September 18–21, bringing a record-setting lineup of films, premieres, and industry events to the historic Colonial Theatre.
Organizers announced that this year’s program will feature 56 films, the largest slate in the festival’s history, including four world premieres, two U.S. premieres, and 25 Pennsylvania premieres. The selections span a wide range of categories, from screenplays and documentaries to animation, live-action shorts, and feature films.
“Welcoming the Phoenixville Film Festival back for its third year is such a joy for us at the Colonial,” said Jennifer Carlson, Executive Director of the Colonial Theatre. “This festival is more than a showcase of artistry; it’s a celebration of the independent spirit that thrives in our community and beyond.”
The opening night event on September 18 will include the feature American Comic, a mockumentary starring Emmy and Grammy Award winner Patton Oswalt. Other highlights include the Pennsylvania premiere of RARE: A Rare Disease Revolution, a documentary by Emmy Award-winning journalist Lainey Moseley and Emmy-nominated producer John Beder, and Drink and Be Merry, featuring Jefferson White of Yellowstone and Siobhan Fallon Hogan of Men in Black and Forrest Gump. The festival will also host the world premiere of So Close, directed by Dara Bruselovsky, and the U.S. premiere of exception(al) by filmmaker Michelle Bossy.
Beyond screenings, the four-day festival will feature filmmaker panels, workshops, and networking opportunities. Nearly 60 percent of this year’s films were directed by women, and close to half are Pennsylvania premieres by local filmmakers.
“This year we return with more films than ever, with a more diverse selection of filmmakers than ever before,” said Kyle B. Thompson, Executive Director of the Phoenixville Film Festival.
The festival concludes September 21 with an awards ceremony honoring standout filmmakers and screenwriters.
Founded in 2022, the Phoenixville Film Festival has quickly established itself as a cornerstone of the region’s cultural calendar, drawing filmmakers and audiences from across Pennsylvania and beyond. With its growing roster and community-focused atmosphere, organizers say the event continues to elevate Phoenixville as a hub for independent cinema.
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