Lone Star Film Festival

04/29/2026

This Thursday at The Modern, don’t miss an intimate and powerful story about family, connection, and second chances.
When an aging street musician living with Parkinson’s is approached by a young stranger claiming to be his son, what unfolds is a life-changing weekend that challenges everything they thought they knew about each other.
📍 Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
Join us for an evening of film that stays with you long after the credits roll. Tickets available now.

04/29/2026

This Thursday at The Modern, don’t miss an intimate and powerful story about family, connection, and second chances.

When an aging street musician living with Parkinson’s is approached by a young stranger claiming to be his son, what unfolds is a life-changing weekend that challenges everything they thought they knew about each other.

📍 Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
📅 Thursday, April 30, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

Join us for an evening of film that stays with you long after the credits roll. Tickets available now.

04/03/2026

🎬 FINAL CALL, FILMMAKERS 🎬

Today is the LAST DAY to submit your film to the 20th Annual Lone Star Film Festival at the early deadline rate!

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your work—submit via FilmFreeway before midnight tonight to save 💸 before fees increase tomorrow.

✨ Be part of a milestone year
✨ Screen your film in the 4th largest metropolitan area in the U.S.
✨ Join a community that celebrates bold, independent storytelling

⏳ Time is running out—lock in the lower price while you still can!

👉 Submit now: https://filmfreeway.com/LoneStarFilmFestival

03/12/2026

It’s Oscar season — who do you have taking home the gold?
The 98th Academy Awards are happening Sunday, March 15, and we want your predictions. Fill out your ballot for a chance to win two (2) All-Access Passes to the 2026 Lone Star Film Festival, happening November 5–10 in Fort Worth.
Think you can pick the winners?
Enter now — link in bio.

03/11/2026

🎬 It’s Oscar Season! 🏆

Who do you think will take home the gold at the 98th Academy Awards this Sunday, March 15th?

Make your predictions now by clicking the link below — and you could win 2 All-Access Passes to the Lone Star Film Festival (Nov 5–10) in Fort Worth, Texas! 🌟

MAKE YOUR PICKS HERE: https://forms.gle/yo6K3Sbi9bBWs8kk7

Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the Oscars at the Awards Watch Party at the Modern.

Pick the winners and receive a chance to win (2) All-Access Passes to the 2026 Lone Star Film Festival - November 5-10 in Fort Worth, Texas.

03/08/2026

Congrats to our high school screenwriters for completing our 3 week screenwriting intensive. And thanks to for hosting!

03/07/2026

Final Saturday of Shorts That Get Made at BLANC cowork + studio.

03/04/2026

Join us for Hollywood’s biggest night — Fort Worth style.
As a proud sponsor alongside the Fort Worth Film Commission and The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, the Lone Star Film Festival invites you to a red-carpet celebration of cinema and community. Step inside the Modern’s stunning theater for a live broadcast of the awards ceremony surrounded by filmmakers, film lovers, and the creative community.
The evening includes a full red-carpet experience with professional photos and a real film statuette, a ballot contest with prizes like tickets to Lone Star Film Festival, Dallas International Film Festival, Asian Film Festival of Dallas, and a studio day at BLANC Studios, plus live commentary throughout the night and a premium cash bar in the museum’s beautiful lobby.
A suggested $25 donation supports The Reel House Foundation, helping provide free family film screenings for underserved Fort Worth youth throughout 2026. In the spirit of community, no one will be turned away for inability to donate — but RSVP is required to reserve your seat.
Event Details
📍 Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth
📅 Sunday, March 15, 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
🎬 Ceremony Viewing: 6:00 PM
👗 Dress Code: Red Carpet Glamour or Red Carpet Comfort
Reserve your seat and we’ll see you on the red carpet. 🎥

03/04/2026

Filmmakers in action!

03/04/2026

Setting up for the Junior Achievement Expo. More videos coming from today's event.