The Indie Memphis Film Festival presented by Duncan-Williams, Inc. and Duncan Williams Asset Management celebrates its 25th anniversary October 19 - 24 at the Halloran Centre, Crosstown Theater, Circuit Playhouse, Playhouse on the Square, Malco Studio on the Square and online!
The Indie Memphis Film Festival brings a range of independent features, documentaries, and short films to Memphis from all corners of the world. We are inspired by the social and artistic history of Memphis, as a majority Black city in the South. While seeking to redefine prestige, we celebrate new, original films and value rediscovery within film history.
The goal of the festival is to embody a truly inclusive space — where conversations about new art and film naturally dominate and conversations about how to achieve diversity are unnecessary because it is already a truly diverse space. We screen and discuss films that are artistically and intellectually challenging, as well as eccentric, humorous, and fun. No matter your preference, we guarantee we have something for everyone to enjoy!
NOTE ON COVID-19 POLICY: ALL policies and festival plans are subject to change. Indie Memphis abides by the COVID-19 policies of its venue partners and Shelby County Health Department. While COVID-19 vaccines and masking are not required at participating festival venues, we STRONGLY encourage our attendees to be vaccinated and mask while indoors. Read more about COVID-19 protocols and several options to experience the festival, as we continue navigating the ongoing pandemic HERE.
Passes and individual tickets are on sale now!
Traveling from out of town? Check out our hotel sponsors!
6 Ways to Experience the Festival
To become a year-round MEMBER and receive 20% off your festival pass, CLICK HERE.
(NOTE: Member discount applied at checkout after logging into your Indie Memphis account at checkout)
REGULAR PRICING:
$250 ($200 Members)
Select tickets for up to 15 in-person films
First access to in-person film tickets on September 13 (one week before going on sale to the general public)
Invitation to attend pre-festival VIP Party on August 31
Priority seating 15 minutes before each film -- no waiting in line!
5 Available Virtual Feature Films (additional films $5/each)
Unlimited Virtual Short Films
Includes access to Special Events/Parties
Complimentary drink tickets, soft drinks, and snacks
Swag Included: Festival T-Shirt and more!
Directly supports Indie Memphis Programs
REGULAR PRICING:
$140 ($112 Members)
Select tickets for up to 12 in-person films
First access to in-person film tickets on September 13 (one week before going on sale to the general public)
Seating 10 minutes before each film
5 Available Virtual Feature Films (additional films $5/each)
Unlimited Virtual Short Films
Includes access to Special Events/Parties
REGULAR PRICING:
$125 ($100 Members)
Select tickets for up to 12 in-person films
First access to in-person film tickets on September 13 (one week before going on sale to the general public)
Seating 10 minutes before each film
Includes access to Special Events/Parties
NOTE: Does not include virtual options
REGULAR PRICING:
$80
5 Available Virtual Feature Films (additional films $5/each)
Unlimited Virtual Short Films
Access to Special Events/Parties (Virtual and in-person)
Directly supports Indie Memphis Programs
REGULAR PRICING:
$30 ($25 for Members)
5 Available Virtual Feature Films (additional films $5/each)
Unlimited Virtual Short Films
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ARE NOW SALE NOW
Check out the schedule and purchase single tickets HERE!
More Than Just Films
Live Music
The festival connects filmmakers and audiences to the live music scene that pulses through Memphis. We are one of the only film festivals in the world to feature live music in the theater before every screening.
Parties
Each year, the festival literally rolls out the red carpet for celebrations of film, music, and community. Our parties bridge the gap between filmmakers and audiences, connecting each other during one-of-a-kind experiences!
Panels
In addition to screenings and post-film Q&As, the festival includes free IndieTalks panels available to the public -- featuring filmmakers, journalists and industry professionals offering insights on some of the most relevant topics in filmmaking today. Check out what conversations you can be a part of HERE!
Supported by the Hohenberg Foundation
Special Guests
The festival invites special film guests from all over the globe. Some of our most recent visitors include: Jim Jarmusch, Sara Driver, Numa Perrier, Boots Riley, Amy Seimetz, Chris Elliot, Junglepussy, Rainn Wilson, Abel Ferarra, Richard Brody, Ira Sachs, Lakeith Stanfield, and more.
Black Creators Forum
For its 5th year, the 2022 Black Creators Forum will be held as an online conference on October 15 and 16, with an in-person gathering on October 23 during the Indie Memphis Film Festival.
2022 Indie Memphis Film Festival
Code of Conduct
INDIE MEMPHIS FILM FESTIVAL is dedicated to providing a harassment-free experience for EVERYONE, regardless of gender, gender identity & expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), or film viewing choices. This applies to all in-person and online interactions between participants & attendees.
WE ABSOLUTELY WILL NOT TOLERATE HARASSMENT IN ANY FORM.
Although we are unaware of any prior incidents occurring at Indie Memphis, we want all attendees to know the festival is a safe zone that we are dedicated to create and foster for all festival goers, attendees, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, staff, and filmmakers.
Harassment includes, but is not limited to: offensive verbal or online comments related to gender, gender identity & expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion, film viewing choices, sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, sustained disruption of talks or other events, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention. In short, DON’T BE A JERK.
Those who are asked to stop any harassing behavior are expected to comply immediately. If they do not, Indie Memphis Film Festival reserves the right to remove them from the premises and bar them from future events WITHOUT a refund.
If someone engages in harassing behavior, Indie Memphis Film Festival organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender or expulsion from the festival with no refund. Harassment claims will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, at the discretion of Indie Memphis Film Festival management and/or security staff.
If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other questions or concerns, please contact a member of our staff or Board of Directors IMMEDIATELY. Indie Memphis Film Festival staff can be identified by “CREW” lanyards. If you do not see a staff member, please contact Kimel Fryer, Executive Direction at kimel@indiememphis.com or Joseph Carr, Managing Director at joseph@indiememphis.com.
Indie Memphis Film Festival staff members are happy to help participants contact hotel/venue security or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the festival. We value your attendance, and we want everyone to enjoy all that Indie Memphis Film Festival has to offer.
Participants & attendees violating these rules may be sanctioned or expelled from the festival without a refund at the discretion of the festival organizers. There will be no exceptions to this established code of conduct.