The Newbie Film Festival -Festival Director Joan Montreuil

Emerging filmmakers from around the world showcased their work on the big screen during our festival screenings.

Each film reflected bold storytelling, diverse perspectives, and the courage it takes to turn a vision into a finished project.

Attendees experienced:

• Inspiring independent films

• Diverse global storytelling voices

• Powerful audience reactions and discussions

• New connections between filmmakers and audiences

Our Expert Panel featured industry professionals who shared real insight into the filmmaking journey.

Panelists discussed:

• How to get started in film

• Writing, directing, and producing your first project

• Acting in independent film

• Navigating the business side of filmmaking

Attendees left with practical knowledge, encouragement, and real tools to move forward in their creative careers.

Our vendor space allowed creative entrepreneurs and businesses to connect directly with filmmakers and 

attendees.

Vendors enjoyed:

• Face-to-face networking with creatives

• Brand visibility during a live event

• Opportunities to promote services and products

• Direct engagement with the filmmaking community

The vendor area added energy and community connection throughout the festival experience.

Festival attendees experienced powerful storytelling on the big screen as audiences gathered to support emerging filmmakers and celebrate independent cinema.

The screenings created an unforgettable atmosphere filled with inspiration, conversation, and community as filmmakers watched their stories come to life with a live audience.

Our festival continues to highlight bold voices and new perspectives from storytellers around the world.

Submissions for the next Newbie Film Festival are now open.

The Newbie Film Festival is more than a celebration of film — it is a movement to uplift voices, build community, and inspire the next generation of storytellers.

Through this festival, filmmakers, creatives, and community members came together to support independent artists and create opportunities for emerging talent.

A portion of the festival proceeds was donated to Coats for Kids, helping provide warmth and care for children in need within the community.

Festival Merch Collection

Our festival merchandise celebrated the spirit of storytelling and the journey of new filmmakers.

Featuring our signature “One Day I'm Going to Tell My Story” collection.

This collection represents:

• Filmmakers discovering their voice

• Creatives turning life experiences into stories

• Independent storytellers building from the ground up

Because storytelling isn’t just what we create —

it’s who we are.