Mount Gretna International Film Festival

10/01/2026

🎬 It’s never too early to start thinking about MTGIFF 2027!

Now is the time to start creating, filming, and dreaming up your next project. Entries for the 2027 festival will be open December 5th through May 1st.

Start working on your next film, and we’ll see you at MTGIFF 2027! 🍿

09/29/2026

A huge shoutout to Kreamer Funeral Home! 🎬❤️

Kreamer Funeral Home is not only a sponsor of MTGIFF, but they’re also an important part of our volunteer team. They help run our Hospitality Porch, welcoming filmmakers, guests, and festival friends throughout the weekend.

We’re incredibly grateful for the time, energy, and heart they bring to MTGIFF. We’re lucky to have them on our team! 🎥✨

09/21/2026

🎬 Something exciting is always around the corner at MtGIFF!
Keep an eye on our website for new posts, upcoming events, special announcements, and more as we continue to build toward another incredible year of independent film. 🌲🎥
👀 Stay tuned: mtgiff.com

Discover the Mount Gretna International Film Festival, showcasing independent short films and celebrating community creativity during August 15-16, 2026.

09/14/2026

The faces behind MTGIFF ❤️🎬

Meet Mike & Vicki, the founders of the Mount Gretna International Film Festival and the heart behind everything we do!

Their vision, passion, and countless hours of hard work brought MTGIFF to life. From the very beginning, they’ve been dedicated to creating a festival that celebrates independent filmmakers while bringing the community together. They do it all to honor their son Michael Evan Deitzler’s memory.

We’re so grateful for everything Mike & Vicki have poured into MTGIFF. They truly are the faces behind the festival! 🎥❤️

09/12/2026

✨🧚‍♀️ Every film festival needs a little magic!

During the festival, one of our amazing team members traded in her festival gear for a little Film Fairy magic! 🎬🧚‍♀️

We love the fun, creativity, and personality our team brings to MTGIFF. You never know what kind of movie magic you’ll find around the festival! ❤️🎥

09/05/2026

🎬✨ Learning, Creating & Connecting!

Our workshops with our incredible Guest Artists were such a special part of MTGIFF! We loved seeing filmmakers, film lovers, and members of our community come together to learn, share ideas, and dive deeper into the world of independent film.

A huge thank you to our Guest Artists for sharing their knowledge, experience, and passion with us. We hope everyone who attended walked away inspired! ❤️🎥

09/04/2026

A porch with a story! 🎬✨

Did you know our Hospitality Porch has been part of Mount Gretna’s history for over 100 years? Check out this incredible photo from more than a century ago of the very same porch!

We’re so grateful to Steve Gibble for allowing MTGIFF to use his amazing porch and helping us celebrate the history and charm of Mount Gretna. ❤️

08/30/2026

🎬❤️ We Want to Hear From You!

Did you attend MTGIFF? We’d love to hear what you thought! Your feedback helps us grow and make next year’s festival even better.

Take a few minutes to complete our Audience Feedback Survey through the link below. Thank you for being part of MTGIFF! 🎥✨

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08/28/2026

We love our Guest Artists! 🎬❤️

One of the best parts of MTGIFF is getting to share these incredible films with our Guest Artists! We’re so grateful they take the time to watch, experience, and celebrate the work of these talented independent filmmakers.

Thank you to our Guest Artists for being part of MTGIFF and helping make this festival so special! 🎥

08/24/2026

🏆🎬 Vita Maximus Award Winner: Living with a Visionary

Congratulations to Stephen P. Neary for receiving the Vita Maximas Award for Living with a Visionary.

This soulful and bittersweet film explores love, caregiving, and a 50-year marriage as John adapts to Diana’s changing world.

A beautiful story of love, resilience, and devotion. ❤️🎥