Big Picture Film Fest 2025
June 20, 2025 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts: 118-128 North Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19102 Get Directions
Join Us for Big Picture Film Fest 2025 | Metamorphosis
Join Us for Big Picture Film Fest 2024 | Homecoming
FRI June 21st, 6-9pm @Parkway Central Free Library
5pm Workshops | 6pm Mixer | 7pm Screening
*5pm Workshop and ADA use rear entrance on Wood St | 6pm Mixer and 7pm Screening use front entrance 1901 Vine St
Big Picture Film Fest premieres short films produced by youth (ages 12-24) from across Philadelphia through the Big Picture Alliance (BPA). In honor of BPA’s 30th anniversary, this year’s event explores the theme of "Homecoming" - bringing together alumni, young creatives, industry professionals and community leaders. Hosted by Eldric Laron, the event includes a mixer, workshops, panel discussions, a musical performance by Seraiah Nicole, and the premiere of an immigrant justice documentary series featuring New Sanctuary Movement. Premiering captivating short films created by Philadelphia youth, this event amplifies marginalized voices and sparks poignant conversations about identity, community, and the boundless potential of creative expression.
BPA’s pathway of school, summer, and workforce programs provide hundreds of Philly youth access to media tools, creative community and professional mentorship – empowering them to define their own narrative from script-to-screen and from curiosity-to-careers.
