National Film Festival for Talented Youth 2025
April 3 - 6, 2025
Opening Night April 3, 6:30 PM | SIFF Cinema Uptown
The 18th National Film Festival for Talented Youth (NFFTY), showcasing the best short films from filmmakers 24 and younger. The festival weekend will feature 240 short films from 31 countries and 28 states. The four day festival includes professional development sessions, networking opportunities, masterclasses, parties, and more. Previous editions included early work of Sean Wang (Dìdi) and Chappell Roan; you never know who you'll discover!
SIFF year-round passes and vouchers are not valid for this screening.
The festival kicks off with an Opening Night Gala and After Party at MoPOP. Professional development sessions include a finishing fund pitch competition, a workshop on crowdfunding strategies, and an editing masterclass.
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