The 14th annual FirstGlance Film Fest Philly is open to professional, first time, graduate and undergraduate filmmakers from down the street and across the globe. FirstGlance showcases the best indie filmmaking from around the world and celebrates Philadelphia filmmakers with a festival described as, "one of the most entertaining festivals out there" and "Philadelphia's answer to Sundance".
In their continuing effort to bring additional opportunities and audiences to filmmakers they have partnered with The Franklin Institute to launch the first ever KidFest Philly to the October event. KidFest is open to child and family friendly shorts, animation and feature length narrative and documentaries. The chosen films will be offered special screenings at the museum. For more info see the website.