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The Oldest Independent Film Festival in the World
The Houston International Film Festival is North America's third oldest film festival, started in 1961, right after New York and San Francisco.
It is the oldest independent film festival in the world, and we are fiercely independent! We value a “Good Story, Well Told” and want to share what we find with Houston, Texas, and the world!
Our mission is to recognize and honor outstanding creative excellence in film, to validate brilliant abilities, to promote cultural tourism for Houston, to educate young people in the cinematic arts, to develop film production in the region, and to add to the rich cultural fabric of the city of Houston.
Join us for our five-day expanded mini-fest in April with 30 feature premieres and 60 international short film premieres as we explore the endless possibilities of cinematic excellence. We bring the world to the silver screen in the most diverse city in America.
Experience the magic of cinema
Getting to the festival is easy! We recommend taking public transportation or carpooling with friends. If you choose to bike, please be aware of the city center's traffic and park your bike in designated areas.
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Find answers to your questions about exchanging your film festival bracelets, purchasing food and drink tickets, and the price for children's tickets here!
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Accessible for all abilities
Our film production company is committed to supporting non-profit organizations that facilitate access to our films for people with disabilities.
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Creative Director Katy Lee Cannon
Creative and passionate nonprofit leader with 14+ years of experience in fundraising, donor cultivation, campaign management, and event logistics. Currently serving as Festival Director of WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival, I steward one of the longest-running indie film festivals in the world, honoring cinematic excellence while building sustainable systems for the future.