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Nitty Gritty film fest

NGFF aims to highlight performance artists of all types during a day based around a love for short films.

We are a registered 501(c)(3) working to promote artistic works, and also providing support to venues that provide a place for artists to shine.

09/29/2026

That's a wrap on Nitty Gritty Film Festival 2026, and here are your award winners!

Best Animation
Iridescence- .lhoste

Best International Film
Perfect Kith-

Best WTF Film
Margarine- João Rezende Castro

Best Editing
The Tracks- Matthew Meunier

Best Score / Sound Design
Absolution- .hamilton and

Best Cinematography
The Solution- Ben Kurstin

Best Oklahoma Film
Final Girls-

Best Performance
Pronoia-

Best Of Fest
Chair-

Congratulations to all of the filmmakers, and thank you to everyone who joined us and helped to make this a day we won't soon forget. We are still grinning ear-to-ear. More to come soon, after many, many good nights of rest.

09/23/2026

After the films conclude the night will continue on at the after party. Live art, live music, and celebrating everyone's hard work. See you there!

09/22/2026

It’s coming up! Festival day is this Saturday, September 26 in Ponca City at Icon Cinema; followed by a wrap up party at The Alley. Don’t miss out; We would love to see you there to join us. 🫀🎞️
filmfreeway.com/NittyGrittyfilmfestival/tickets

09/20/2026

Today is our final day of Sponsor Spotlight week, and today:
📢 We want to shout a big thanks to
🍻The Alley🍻for embracing and supporting the Nitty Gritty Film Festival! A unique and fun venue, The Alley also strives to support the arts. Their mission is to uplift local and regional artists, recognizing art as a powerful conduit for deeper understanding and fresh perspectives. "We believe that through art, both creators and viewers can explore new ways of seeing the world". If you're looking for a fun night out, or a unique venue for a private event, keep The Alley at the top of your list! Look them up on socials, or go to
thealleypc(dot)com

09/19/2026

📢 NGFF is incredibly grateful to
🎨CITY ARTS-PONCA CITY ART ASSOCIATION🎨 for their sponsorship of this year’s festival. City Arts is dedicated to enriching the cultural life of our community by promoting, teaching, and inspiring the creation and appreciation of visual arts. City Arts welcomes and serves people of all backgrounds and abilities, honoring the diversity of our community and the world and celebrating all forms of artistry and talent. From workshops, to kids art camp, to diverse exhibits and so much more, City Arts has something for everyone! The Nitty Gritty team sends our thanks and appreciation!

https://www.pcarts.org/

09/18/2026

📢 Today's spotlight is on
✈️ VISIT PONCA CITY! 🚤
We are incredibly grateful to have them as an official sponsor for the 2026 Nitty Gritty Film Festival. Their support helps us bring independent cinema, live entertainment, and community together right here in Ponca City. We are proud to partner with an organization that is so dedicated to showcasing the vibrant culture, history, and creative spirit of this community. Thank you for helping us push to make this festival a success!
Give them a follow to keep up with all the amazing things happening in our town, or check out https://www.visitponcacity.com/ to plan your next local adventure!

09/17/2026

📢Today we want to send out a huge thank you to 💥STETSON SNELL💥 with
🍿ICON CINEMA, PONCA CITY🍿
for being our venue sponsor for Nitty Gritty Film Festival 2026!!!
Through this generous donation, we were able to keep our film festival right here where it belongs, instead of moving to a larger city. If you haven’t been to Icon Cinema, Ponca City recently, now is the time. The theater is newly renovated, they have the best snacks, the staff is top-notch, and they sell adult beverages! The manager Laura has been a dream to work with and we really appreciate her professionalism, willingness to help and accommodate, and enthusiasm for film and her patrons. The customer service bar has been set by Laura, and it’s WAY up there! Don’t delay, support your local theater today!

09/16/2026

📢 The Nitty Gritty team would like to thank 🔌MERIDIAN TECHNOLOGY CENTER🔌 for their generous sponsorship of the 2026 Nitty Gritty Film Festival. Meridian Tech is a valuable educational and creative resource. Their mission is to educate, enrich lives, and secure economic futures and they provide a multitude of opportunities for students to reach their goals. Meridian offers full-time career training programs, personal and professional development short courses, and workforce and economic development, including customized training and entrepreneurial services. And of course, be sure to check out their Film Industry Training! 🎞️
https://www.meridiantech.edu/workforce-economic-development/filmindustry

09/15/2026

Each day this week we are highlighting a different sponsor to show our gratitude for their support. Today we want to put the spotlight on Ponca City Arts and Humanities Council. The Nitty Gritty team appreciates your support more than you can know🫀

09/14/2026

Each day this week we are highlighting a different sponsor to show our gratitude for their support. Today we want to put the spotlight on Cara Adney of Film In Oklahoma. The Nitty Gritty team appreciates your support more than you can know🫀

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