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2024 NGS Film Festival

Ferguson Center for the Arts
Newport News, VA | October 18 - October 20

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Festival Schedule

Join Us In Shaping the Future of Cinema
2024 Next Generation Storytellers Film Festival

Guests on the red carpet at the 2024 NGS Film Festival premiere night

Oct 18: Premiere Night (6 PM)

Red-carpet events begin at 5:00 pm

  • Walk the red carpet
  • Witness 11 dynamic short films
  • Join media outlets, community leaders, and film enthusiasts
  • Dress is red-carpet appropriate attire.
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Audience seated for the Saturday matinee screening at the 2024 NGS Film Festival

Oct 19: Saturday Matinee (3 PM)

This event is open to the public and will showcase all 11 films in their entirety.

  • Walk the red carpet and pose for photos at the elegant venue for a memorable afternoon.
  • Audience should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to showtime.
  • Audience will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite film at this show
  • Dress is comfortable film viewing attire.
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Winners on stage at the 2024 NGS Film Festival awards ceremony

Oct 19: Awards Ceremony (6 PM)

The winners will be announced:

  • $16k scholarship presented by Christopher Newport University
  • Blackmagic Design is donating one of their 6K pocket cameras to the winning director
  • Virginia Film Commission is awarding the winning film cash prizes.
  • Dress is red-carpet appropriate attire.
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Packed theater during the encore matinee at the 2024 NGS Film Festival

Oct 20: Encore Matinee (2 PM)

  • Screening of all 11 films open to the public
  • Witness breakthrough stories on the big stage
  • Audience should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to showtime.
  • Dress is comfortable film viewing attire
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NGS students on set during a 2024 festival production NGS student filmmaker behind the camera at the 2024 festival
Our Mission

One Student & One Story at a Time

  • Mentorship From Award Winning Film Producers and Actors
  • Scholarships and Awards
  • Career-Launching Opportunities
  • Unique red-carpet event
  • NGS showcase their creativity on the big stage
  • Empowering filmmakers by providing a platform
  • IMDb credit
  • On the job experience
The Big Night

A Night To Remember:
Where Creativity Meets Opportunity

Highlights reel from the 2024 NGS Film Festival
Impact

How NGS is Transforming Communities: Impact and Benefits

  • Real-World Industry Experience: Students work alongside industry professionals, gaining firsthand experience and IMDb credit, which is a critical advantage in this highly competitive field.
  • Red-Carpet Experience: Walk the red carpet at the historic Ferguson Center for the Arts and feel the excitement of a major Hollywood premiere, right in your community. Be part of an event where future stars take their first steps.
  • Empowerment Through Storytelling: The festival empowers young filmmakers by providing them with a platform to showcase their work, build their confidence, and expand their network in the film industry.
  • Cultural Representation: The festival amplifies the voices of diverse filmmakers, offering a platform for underrepresented communities to share their stories with the world.
  • Hollywood Mentorship: Films are created under the mentorship of Hollywood professionals, including Emmy, Prism® Award & Golden Globe® Award-winners. This mentorship connects local talent with global opportunities, providing invaluable industry experience.
  • Career Launchpad: From the $16K scholarship presented by Christopher Newport University to Blackmagic 6K cameras, winning students receive life-changing tools and opportunities to start their filmmaking careers.
  • Economic and Community Impact: The festival brings economic benefits to the local community, creating jobs and boosting the local economy through workshops, screenings, and events.
  • Long-Lasting Connections: Build strong connections with industry professionals, celebrities, and fellow filmmakers that can lead to future opportunities and collaborations.

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