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The Maine Film Association's mission is to advance the art, craft, and business of filmmaking in Maine. Our vision is to make Maine a great place to live and work as a media-maker. |
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Take the Future of Film in New England Survey |
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What would a stronger film ecosystem in New England look like? Help us map the way forward – complete a brief survey by Nov. 13! This Regional Asset Mapping Survey invites you to share the resources, connections, and support that help film thrive in your community, and what’s still needed. If you make, show, support, or work in film across New England, we want to hear from you.
Presented in partnership with the Points North Forum at CIFF, Cultural Alliance of Maine, Maine Film Association, and Future Film Coalition. |
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NOV. 17: Society of Creative Professionals Salon |
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Society of Creative Professionals (SCP) Presents: A Salon event series, and the MFA community is invited! "A salon is a gathering of people held by a host with the aim of engaging in stimulating and educational conversation with fellow professionals." Featuring behind-the-scenes presentations and a panel discussion about the pros and cons of AI, SCP welcomes the greater Maine creative community to participate! |
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DEC. 9: MFA Year-End Happy Hour |
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You’re Invited! As 2026 comes to a close, join the MFA for a festive happy hour with our whole community on Dec. 9 at Bunker Brewing in Portland. MFA members, partner festivals and organizations (+ their members), and the entire Maine film community are invited to come out to meet colleagues, enjoy tasty brews, and share/learn/celebrate everyone's 2026 work and achievements. Spread the word — invite your friends and colleagues! |
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Check Out Tools to Connect Our Community |
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Connect with film production community members from across the state — join the MFA Member Discord! The Discord is an MFA Member benefit that enables our membership to communicate directly. |
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| Post your events to the Maine Film Community Calendar, a tool for getting the word out to colleagues and the greater public about upcoming screenings or premieres of Maine-made films, festivals, events, meet-ups, open calls, submission deadlines, and more. |
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Nov. 21: Maine Queer & Trans Film Festival |
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 The Treehouse Film Collective (TFC), along with support from the Kindling Fund, will hosting a brand new film festival this month: The Maine Queer and Trans Film Festival! TFC is a Maine-based group of filmmakers, activists, organizers, and artists, with a focus on creating a safe space for the local queer film community to thrive in the Portland area. The QT Film Fest will be held all day on November 21 at Maine Studio Works in Portland. Learn more about the program and get tickets! >>>
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Maine Film Office Reimbursement Grant |
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| The Maine Film Office has launched the second and final round of their one-time Film in Maine Reimbursement grant program. Eligible projects include feature films (narrative or documentary), television pilots, episodic or limited series, and digital streaming productions. Projects must demonstrate a minimum of $1 million in Maine-based expenditures and show proof of at least 60% secured financing at the time of application. Applications are due January 31, 2027. Learn more & apply! >>> |
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Submit to 2027 Maine Film Festivals! |
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Submissions are open for some of Maine’s hallmark film festivals, including the Maine Outdoor Film Festival (MOFF), the Maine International Film Festival (MIFF). Submissions to Dreadline Film Festival will also open on December 1. Click the images below to find out more about how to submit your film to each festival! |
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National & International Opportunities |
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| National Geographic Society Storytelling Grants
Eligible projects include documentary films, photography, community exhibitions, and digital and audio storytelling. Deadline: December 1 — learn more & apply >>> |
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Sheffield Doc Fest Entries welcome of any-length documentary films that represent themes of creativity, empathy, freedom, inclusivity and internationalism. Early submission deadline: November 19 — learn more & apply >>> |
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| Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Full Frame seeks nonfiction films that foster meaningful dialogue between filmmakers, students, and audiences. Final deadline: November 15 — learn more & apply >>> |
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GBH seeks films by filmmakers from the New England region or stories pertinent to New England audiences for Local Lens, a curated series of local, independent documentaries that capture the essence of the region. GBH is currently accepting submissions for completed non-fiction feature length, short films, and docuseries. Learn more & submit your film >>> |
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Thank You, New & Renewing MFA Members!Megan Blakemore, Matthew Fletcher, Catherine Gemmiti, Kendall Harnett, Jack Kudas, Hannah Long-Higgins, Jonathan Mathieu, Jon Mercer, Daniel Quintanilla, Henning Reinholdt, Kevin Fletcher Sennett, Tonya Shevenell, Charlie Stacy, Justin Stailey, and Samuel Workman – thank you for your support and for being part of our crew! |
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Thank You to our Partners & Sponsors! |
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Your membership supports efforts to connect media professionals in our state, provide engaging professional development and networking opportunities, and promote the media industry of Maine. Your membership entitles you to free or reduced admission to MFA events and workshops, and special offers from vendors and our business members. Learn more and join today! >>> |
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The MFA is the backbone of Maine's media making community. Your support empowers the future of Maine's filmmakers. By donating to the MFA, you uplift the future of this incredible community of creatives, providing subsidized access to professional development, tools to connect and collaborate, and supporting us as we expand our operations. |
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