Indie Street Film Festival

05/06/2026

Hey filmmakers, a reminder that our regular deadline for feature and short film submissions is THIS Friday, May 8! Join hand picked resourceful and innovative filmmakers from the US and across the globe to screen and connect with the engaged arts community of Red Bank and the Northeast.

Submit your film to FilmFreeway via the link in our bio 🎬🌟

04/28/2026

The Indie Street Film Festival team is headed to NJ Film Expo this Thursday, 4/30!

NJ Film Expo brings together filmmakers, creatives, and industry pros all under one roof, with tons of networking, panels, and vendors.

Stop by our table to say hello, learn more about ISFF, and grab a special in-person-only discount on film submissions and all-access passes. See you there! 🎬🧡

04/08/2026

Don’t miss out on the best price of the year: Indie Street Film Festival 2026 All-Access Passes are officially on sale!
Head to the ISFF website or tap the link in our bio to grab your All-Access Pass and save $20.

Your ISFF All-Access Pass unlocks everything with ticketless and priority entry: film screenings, exclusive parties, panel discussions, and our awards ceremony.

Join us for a full week of world-class indie cinema, live conversations, and unforgettable events in the heart of Red Bank, NJ, August 17–23. 💫🎬

03/27/2026

Filmmakers! 🎥 Our early bird deadline for is one week away. Submit your feature or short films via FilmFreeway by April 3rd to save on fees.

We are so excited to welcome filmmakers to Red Bank August 17-23 for ISFF year 11! Head over to the link in our bio to submit now. 🔗🌟

03/26/2026

We are thrilled to celebrate ISFF advisory board member and former festival coordinator and juror Meredith Alloway on the release of her feature film “Forbidden Fruits” opening this weekend on March 27!

Wishing you and the entire “Forbidden Fruits” team an incredible opening weekend and continued success. We’re so proud of you! 🍎🍒🍇🍓🍉

For showtimes at a theater near you, visit www.shopfreeeden.com!

02/17/2026

A huge congratulations to 2025 Indie Street Film Festival selections, Documentary Feature Jury Award-winner “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” and Animated Short “Retirement Plan” for earning 2026 Academy Award nominations!

The ISFF family will be cheering you on from Red Bank this March. What an incredible achievement for the entire creative teams of both films! 🎥🏆nobodyagainstputin

02/10/2026

Big news! We’re thrilled to announce that Indie Street Film Festival is back in Red Bank, NJ for year 11: August 17–23, 2026. 🎬✨

Submissions are NOW open on FilmFreeway - submit your film by our early bird deadline April 3rd to save on fees. Get ready for a week of bold storytelling, events, parties, and insightful conversations celebrating independent film.

08/26/2025

We are so excited to announce our 2025 Franklin Award winners! 🏅🎥
A huge thank you to our jury for their thoughtful deliberation and to these talented filmmakers for bringing your incredible stories to life and inspiring us all. Your work not only captivates, but also continues to strengthen our creative community 🧡

JURY AWARDS:
Best Narrative Feature - “Peacock”
Best Narrative Short - “Manny Wolf”
Special Narrative Jury Award - “Bloodercream”
Best Animated Short - “My Wonderful Life”
Best Documentary Feature - “Mr. Nobody Against Putin”
Best Documentary Short - “Welcome Home Freckles”
Special Documentary Jury Award - “Murewa”

AUDIENCE AWARDS:
Best Feature - “The Ballad of a Hustler”
Best Short - “Drag Fox”
Best NJ Film - “Norman/Norman”

08/26/2025

08/24/2025

Day 7 - It may be the last day of ISFF 2025, but we still have a full schedule of exciting films and events to close out our 10th anniversary year! 🧡

9:30 AM - Filmmaker Brunch & Panel Discussion | ANI Art Academy
- This morning, we'll enjoy breakfast together while getting the chance to meet some of the filmmakers and hear the inspiring stories behind their work. We have had the honor to share their amazing films over the years, some of which have gone on to various paths, including award nominations and distribution for their film.

12:00 PM - Documentary Shorts - A Closer Look | Basie Center Cinemas
*Filmmakers in attendance!

1:30 PM - Live Panel: Filmmaking for Good | Basie Center Cinemas
- In a world that deeply needs hope, join us for a powerful conversation on how documentary storytelling can fuel social change, compassion, and collective action. Come be part of a conversation that inspires — because film can be a force for good.

2:15 PM - Documentary Feature - "Farming While Black" | Basie Center Cinemas

4:30 PM - ISFF 2025 Awards Ceremony | Triumph Brewery
- We gather to celebrate the week of storytelling and expression, and announce this year's winners of the prestigious Franklin Awards! Join us for our annual presentation honoring this year's jury and audience award-winning films, and enjoy drinks and light bites from Triumph Brewery!