FAQs

When will the festival details be released?

The festival is still accepting submissions to its 2023 festival, and will continue to accept submissions until our closing date. Details on submitting to the festival can be found here on film freeway.

Once all submissions have been received, reviewed and curated, our team will announce full acceptances and programming for the 2023 festival. Details regarding what has been accepted and what is being showcased when will be added to the website by 8/31/23.

When can I buy tickets?

Tickets can be purchased on 8/26/23 from Memorial Hall’s website. Sign up here to join our newsletter and receive a reminder when tickets go on sale.

What is General Admission? What is VIP?

There are four ticketing options to best suit your festival needs.

  1. $ 29 Fest Access - Single Day General Admission

  2. $ 44 Fest Pass - 2 Day General Admission

  3. $79 - VIP Pass with reserved VIP seating, access to VIP lounge, lunch and parties

  4. $ 1000 VIP Box Pass for 5 attendees in private, box seating with access to VIP lounge, lunch and parties

    All tickets are come-and-go as you please. You will have free access to the Coffee Chats, Masterclasses and the Screenplay Speakeasy. You will be prompted to RSVP seats for any film screenings you plan on attending.

I’m a filmmaker and my film has been accepted. What am I supposed to do?

You need to attend! We provide two nights of hotel lodging for all attending filmmakers. Email allyson@cindependentfilmfest.org with questions.

Who programs the Cindependent Film Festival?

The Cindependent Film Festival was founded by Allyson West in 2017 and is programmed by industry leaders and volunteers passionate about contributing to the film industry in Cincinnati. Visit our parent website for more details on our full program.