New Orleans Film Society

Promoting, nurturing, and amplifying the diverse voices of filmmakers and facilitating conversations through film. Join us for the 37th NOFF (Oct 22-27, 2026)!

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Thank you to our sponsors Mark Berger and The NOLA Slate for supporting the New Orleans Film Festival and bringing us together, on and off the screen. 3/3

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Make time for these NOFF37 gatherings:

NOLA Slate Social

Oct 23 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Festival Hub, CAC Warehouse

Join local filmmakers, actors, writers, crew, + film lovers for a casual networking HH celebrating our city’s film community.

Free/open to the public. 1/3

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Wellness Intermission: Meditation and Breathwork with Mark Berger

October 24 | 9:30–10:30 AM
CAC Rooftop, accessed from the 4th floor

Pause, breathe, + reset before another day of festival discoveries.

Both events at the Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp Street. 2/3

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The Contemporary Arts Center is our festival home base for NOFF37, bringing filmmakers, film lovers, and our creative community together between the credits.

Thank you to the CAC for sponsoring the 37th New Orleans Film Festival presented by Andscape.

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A round of applause for our sponsor, MBS Equipment Co., providing studio-based lighting, grip, and expendable solutions for TV, film, commercial, and event productions worldwide. 2/2

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Meet The Comic Relief! They’re always chasing the next big laugh and quoting their favorite scenes long after the credits roll.

They’ve got a comedy for every mood and a laugh you can recognize from the lobby.

Tag the friend who fits this role. 1/2

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and celebrated.

See a QR code. Scan it. Support independent film.

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A standing ovation for Gilead, whose continued generosity helps the New Orleans Film Society champion independent cinema, amplify diverse voices, and bring meaningful stories to our community year after year.

This NOFF37, Gilead is proudly sponsoring two special experiences: 1/6

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Keep independent film moving forward.

While you’re at NOFF37, keep an eye out for QR codes throughout the festival. Scan to support the New Orleans Film Society and help us continue investing in independent filmmakers, creating opportunities for their work to be made. 5/6

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Monday, October 26
Prytania Uptown
7:30 PM

Thank you, Gilead, for your longstanding commitment to storytelling and for helping us bring extraordinary films and conversations to New Orleans! 

The 37th New Orleans Film Festival is presented by Andscape | October 22–27

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Oct 24
CAC
4 PM

Open to All Access Passholders without registration and to the public with advance registration.

WILD HORSE NINE

From writer-director Martin McDonagh, starring John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell, comes a gripping story of secrets and conspiracies. 3/6

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BENEATH THE SURFACE: A FIRESIDE CHAT WITH ANGELICA JADE BASTIÉN

The acclaimed New York Magazine and Vulture film critic brings her sharp perspective and Black Southern lens to a candid conversation about cinema, culture, and her career. 2/6

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Paramount Presents: From Screen to Stage closes out NOFF’s Music x Film Day at the historic Dew Drop Inn, featuring a rare live performance by the legendary Bobby Rush.

Thanks to the NOFF37 Entertainment Sponsor @positivevibrationsfoundation

FREE for NOFF All Access passholders

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Thank you to director Ben Chace and the entire VICTORY team for sharing this intimate portrait of Irma Thomas with NOFF37 for its world premiere for OPENING NIGHT.

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Meet NOFF37 sponsor partner LMP Studios.

Thank you for supporting this year's conference and Louisiana's filmmaking community.

The 37th New Orleans Film Festival presented by Andscape begins October 22.

Explore LMP Studios: https://t.co/LM8GCOSHyh

#louisianafilm

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THE BRITTNEY GRINER STORY follows Griner’s detention in Russia, the fight for her release, and her life after returning to the United States.

Catch the Louisiana premiere of this Sundance selection from director Alexandria Stapleton at NOFF37, with a Q&A - FREE for NOFS members

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Thank you to The Columns Hotel for sponsoring the 37th New Orleans Film Festival!

With its storied porch and historic charm, Columns is a place where stories and people come together.

Did we mention you might recognize them as a setting in more than a few movies?!

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Tag the horror fan who’s ready for a fright-filled movie marathon 👻

A spirited thank you to our sponsor, Contemporary Arts Center, for setting the scene! 2/2

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This goes out to the ones who consider jump scares a warm-up and “too scary” a recommendation.

They’ve seen every sequel, have strong opinions about final girls, and know better than to investigate that noise.

THIS. IS. YOUR. SEASON. 1/2

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Summer camp takes a dark turn

Watch TEENAGE SEX AND DEATH AT CAMP MIASMA on @mubiusa with a 30-day free trial at https://t.co/ut4EppgDpw

Thank you to our NOFF37 sponsor, Mubi!