BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:icalendar-ruby CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw DTSTART:20250925T110000 DTEND:20250927T235900 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195036 DESCRIPTION: Movie mogul status begins with our VIP badge. Enjoy priority a ccess to all feature screenings\, short film screenings\, and VIP &\; F ilmmaker Receptions where you can meet the filmmakers while enjoying drink s and hors d'oeuvres. \n LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T230924 LOCATION:El Paso\, TX ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:El Paso Film Festival 2025 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084817 DTSTART:20250925T110000 DTEND:20250925T123000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195041 DESCRIPTION:### Synopsis\n\n\nThis year’s **Narrative Shorts** programs bring together bo ld\, imaginative storytelling from diverse voices around the world. Across two curated sessions\, audiences will experience deeply personal dramas\, surprising comedies\, and inventive tales that leave a lasting impact.\n\n## Narrative Shorts Program 1\n\n* [**Skin Deep**](https://elpasof ilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/skin-deep) – A piercing drama that asks how far we’ll go to protect the ones we love — and ourselves.\n* [**THE SENTRY**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-se ntry) – A tense and intimate look at duty\, loyalty\, and the quiet mom ents that define us.\n* [**Video Barn**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fe stival/2025/films/video-barn) – Nostalgia collides with change when a s mall-town video store faces its final days.\n* [**Finding Daddy**](https:/ /elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/finding-daddy) – A heartfel t search for truth and family unravels a past filled with both pain and ho pe.\n* [**Hafu**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/hafu)  – A touching exploration of identity\, belonging\, and the spaces in b etween cultures.\n* [**NANI**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/202 5/films/nani) – A warm and witty portrait of generational bonds\, resil ience\, and love.\n* [**Choice**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/ 2025/films/choice) – A powerful and personal take on decisions that cha nge the course of a life forever. LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T213949 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Narrative Shorts 1 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:### Synopsis\n\n\nThis year’s **Narrative Shorts** programs bring together bold\, imaginative storytelling from diverse voices around the world. Across two curated sessions\, audiences will experience deeply personal dramas\, surprising comedies\, and inventive tales that leave a l asting impact.\n\n## Narrative Shorts Program 1\n\n* [**Skin Deep** ](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/skin-deep) – A pie rcing drama that asks how far we’ll go to protect the ones we love — a nd ourselves.\n* [**THE SENTRY**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/ 2025/films/the-sentry) – A tense and intimate look at duty\, loyalty\, and the quiet moments that define us.\n* [**Video Barn**](https://elpasofi lmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/video-barn) – Nostalgia collides wit h change when a small-town video store faces its final days.\n* [**Finding Daddy**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/finding-daddy ) – A heartfelt search for truth and family unravels a past filled with both pain and hope.\n* [**Hafu**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival /2025/films/hafu) – A touching exploration of identity\, belonging\, an d the spaces in between cultures.\n* [**NANI**](https://elpasofilmfestival .org/festival/2025/films/nani) – A warm and witty portrait of generatio nal bonds\, resilience\, and love.\n* [**Choice**](https://elpasofilmfesti val.org/festival/2025/films/choice) – A powerful and personal take on d ecisions that change the course of a life forever. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084818 DTSTART:20250925T130000 DTEND:20250925T143000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195041 DESCRIPTION:### Synopsis\n\n\nThis year’s **Narrative Shorts** programs bring together bo ld\, imaginative storytelling from diverse voices around the world. Across two curated sessions\, audiences will experience deeply personal dramas\, surprising comedies\, and inventive tales that leave a lasting impact.\n\n## Narrative Shorts Program 2\n\n* [**Long’s Lost Mini Mart**](h ttps://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/longs-long-lost-mini-mar t) – Quirky humor meets small-town mystery in this offbeat story of fam ily and legacy.\n* [**Bus Driver Who Wanted to be GOD**](https://elpasofil mfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-bus-driver-who-wanted-to-be-god)  – An absurd and charming fable about fate\, desire\, and unexpected enco unters.\n* [**Margaret The Brave**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiva l/2025/films/margaret-the-brave) – A tender\, inspiring story of a youn g girl finding courage in the face of fear.\n* [**Fireline**](https://elpa sofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/fireline) – Set against the back drop of wildfire\, this gripping drama captures human strength under press ure.\n* [**Plantasy**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/ plantasy) – A whimsical and surreal adventure where plants might just h ave the last word.\n* [**The Steak**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festi val/2025/films/the-steak) – A sharp and savory slice-of-life about conf lict\, compromise\, and what’s truly at stake. LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T213942 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Narrative Shorts 2 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:### Synopsis\n\n\nThis year’s **Narrative Shorts** programs bring together bold\, imaginative storytelling from diverse voices around the world. Across two curated sessions\, audiences will experience deeply personal dramas\, surprising comedies\, and inventive tales that leave a l asting impact.\n\n## Narrative Shorts Program 2\n\n* [**Long’s Lo st Mini Mart**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/longs-l ong-lost-mini-mart) – Quirky humor meets small-town mystery in this off beat story of family and legacy.\n* [**Bus Driver Who Wanted to be GOD**]( https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-bus-driver-who-want ed-to-be-god) – An absurd and charming fable about fate\, desire\, and unexpected encounters.\n* [**Margaret The Brave**](https://elpasofilmfesti val.org/festival/2025/films/margaret-the-brave) – A tender\, inspiring story of a young girl finding courage in the face of fear.\n* [**Fireline* *](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/fireline) – Set a gainst the backdrop of wildfire\, this gripping drama captures human stren gth under pressure.\n* [**Plantasy**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festi val/2025/films/plantasy) – A whimsical and surreal adventure where plan ts might just have the last word.\n* [**The Steak**](https://elpasofilmfes tival.org/festival/2025/films/the-steak) – A sharp and savory slice-of- life about conflict\, compromise\, and what’s truly at stake. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1085809 DTSTART:20250925T150000 DTEND:20250925T163000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250607T202109 DESCRIPTION:The **El P aso Shorts** program celebrates the creativity\, passion\, and storytellin g talent of filmmakers from right here in our own community. From moving d ramas to quirky comedies\, these films capture the spirit\, grit\, and ima gination of El Paso.\n\n## El Paso Shorts Program\n\n* [**Cart Bay Republic**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/cart-bay-re public) – A witty and sharply observed look at everyday turf wars in th e most unexpected of places.\n* [**Crawford**](https://elpasofilmfestival. org/festival/2025/films/crawford) – A tense and moody drama where small -town secrets refuse to stay buried.\n* [**Double O Zero**](https://elpaso filmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/double-o-zero) – A playful\, spy-i nspired romp that proves you don’t need a license to thrill.\n* [**El Ol vido**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/el-olvido) – A poetic and haunting meditation on memory\, loss\, and the passage of ti me.\n* [**La Mai**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/la- mai) – A heartfelt portrait of cultural heritage\, family bonds\, and t he power of tradition.\n* [**Red Sands**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/f estival/2025/films/red-sands) – A stark and visually striking tale of s urvival in the unforgiving desert.\n* [**The Count’s Will**](https://elp asofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-counts-will) – A darkly com edic unraveling of greed\, inheritance\, and eccentric family dynamics.\n* [**Who’s Afraid**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/w hos-afraid) – A clever and unsettling twist on fear\, courage\, and the stories we tell ourselves. LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T215041 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] El Paso Shorts URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:The **El Paso Shorts** program celebrates the creativity\, passion\ , and storytelling talent of filmmakers from right here in our own communi ty. From moving dramas to quirky comedies\, these films capture the spirit \, grit\, and imagination of El Paso.\n\n## El Paso Shorts Program\ n\n* [**Cart Bay Republic**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/ films/cart-bay-republic) – A witty and sharply observed look at everyda y turf wars in the most unexpected of places.\n* [**Crawford**](https://el pasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/crawford) – A tense and moody drama where small-town secrets refuse to stay buried.\n* [**Double O Zero* *](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/double-o-zero) – A playful\, spy-inspired romp that proves you don’t need a license to th rill.\n* [**El Olvido**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/film s/el-olvido) – A poetic and haunting meditation on memory\, loss\, and the passage of time.\n* [**La Mai**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiv al/2025/films/la-mai) – A heartfelt portrait of cultural heritage\, fam ily bonds\, and the power of tradition.\n* [**Red Sands**](https://elpasof ilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/red-sands) – A stark and visually s triking tale of survival in the unforgiving desert.\n* [**The Count’s Wi ll**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-counts-will)  – A darkly comedic unraveling of greed\, inheritance\, and eccentric f amily dynamics.\n* [**Who’s Afraid**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fes tival/2025/films/whos-afraid) – A clever and unsettling twist on fear\, courage\, and the stories we tell ourselves. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084823 DTSTART:20250925T170000 DTEND:20250925T190000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195043 DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our opening night VIP and Filmmaker evening re ception where you’ll get to meet the filmmakers of El Paso Film Festival . Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres on us. VIP Badge and Filmmaker Badges re quired for entry. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204722 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] VIP & Filmmaker Reception (Thursday Ev ening) URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Come join us for our opening night VIP and Fil mmaker evening reception where you’ll get to meet the filmmakers of El P aso Film Festival. Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres on us. VIP Badge and Fi lmmaker Badges required for entry. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084844 DTSTART:20250925T190000 DTEND:20250925T210000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195048 DESCRIPTION:The El Paso Film Festival is proud to announce that acclaimed filmmaker\, actor\, and pop culture icon Kevin Smith will be the featured guest for a special one-night-only event\, *An Evening with Kevin Smith*\, on Thursday\, September 25 a t the historic Plaza Theatre in downtown El Paso at 7:00 PM. LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T223532 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] An Evening of Kevin Smith URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:The El Paso Film Festival is proud to announce that acclaimed fi lmmaker\, actor\, and pop culture icon Kevin Smith will be the featured gu est for a special one-night-only event\, *An Evening with Kevin Sm ith*\, on Thursday \, September 25 at the historic Plaza Theatre in downtown El Paso at 7:00 PM. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091893 DTSTART:20250925T213000 DTEND:20250925T230000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250922T000315 DESCRIPTION:Tromaville has a monstrous new hero. The Toxic Avenger is born when meek mop boy Mel vin falls into a vat of toxic waste. Now evildoers will have a lot to lose . LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T000433 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] The Toxic Avenger w/ Lloyd Kaufman URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Tromaville has a monstrous new hero. The Toxic Avenger is born when meek mop boy Melvin falls into a vat of toxic waste. Now evildoers will h ave a lot to lose. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091652 DTSTART:20250926T100000 DTEND:20250926T110000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T142634 DESCRIPTION:## **Chicano Hollywood - Creatives Empowering Communities and I nnovating in Media**\n\n**Moderated by [Abel Rodriguez](https://elpasofil mfestival.org/festival/special-guests/abel-rodriguez)**\n**Date:** Friday \, September 26\, 2025 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Visit ors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:**\n\nThis dynamic panel brought to us by Chicano H ollywood\, brings together Chicano actors\, filmmakers\, and digital story tellers to explore how creative expression can serve as a powerful tool fo r social impact. Through personal stories\, professional insights\, and co mmunity-driven initiatives\, panelists will discuss how Chicano creatives are uniquely positioned to uplift communities—particularly youth—by fo stering representation\, cultural pride\, and access to opportunity.\n\nThe conversation will also delve into the future of media and storytelling\, highlighting how Chicanos are pioneering new formats such as vertical dramas and short- form content on platforms like ReelShort. These emerging media forms offer fresh avenues for cultural storytelling\, activism\, and audience engagem ent\, especially among younger\, mobile-first generations.\n\n**Pan elists:** [Kenneth Castillo](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/spec ial-guests/kenneth-castillo)\, [Emilio Garcia-Sanchez](https://elpasofilm festival.org/festival/special-guests/emilio-garcia-sanchez)\, [Buddy Calv o](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/buddy-calvo)\n\n This free community event is organized by the[ El Paso Film & Creative In dustries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) at [Visit El Paso ](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Paso Film F estival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T143055 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: Chicano Hollywood URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **Chicano Hollywood - Creatives Empowering Communities and Innovating in Media**\n\n**Moderated by [Abel Rodriguez]( https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/abel-rodriguez)**\n **Date:** Friday\, September 26\, 2025 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM\n**Location: ** El Paso Visitors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:**\n\nThis dynamic panel brought t o us by Chicano Hollywood\, brings together Chicano actors\, filmmakers\, and digital storytellers to explore how creative expression can serve as a powerful tool for social impact. Through personal stories\, professional insights\, and community-driven initiatives\, panelists will discuss how C hicano creatives are uniquely positioned to uplift communities—particula rly youth—by fostering representation\, cultural pride\, and access to o pportunity.\n\nThe conversation will also delve into the future of media and storytellin g\, highlighting how Chicanos are pioneering new formats such as vertical dramas and short-form content on platforms like ReelShort. These emerging media forms offer fresh avenues for cultural storytelling\, activism\, and audience engagement\, especially among younger\, mobile-first generations .\n\n**Panelists:** [Kenneth Castillo](https://elpasofilmfestival. org/festival/special-guests/kenneth-castillo)\, [Emilio Garcia-Sanchez](h ttps://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/emilio-garcia-sanche z)\, [Buddy Calvo](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests /buddy-calvo)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the[ El Paso F ilm & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) a t [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the  [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084825 DTSTART:20250926T103000 DTEND:20250926T121500 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195044 DESCRIPTION:Our **Texa s Shorts** program celebrates the incredible creativity of filmmakers from the Lone Star State. These bold\, captivating stories reflect the diversi ty\, artistry\, and spirit of Texas filmmaking at its finest.\n\n## Texas Shorts Program\n\n* [**The Mourning Of**](https://elpasofilmfestiva l.org/festival/2025/films/the-mourning-of) – A deeply emotional story o f loss\, remembrance\, and finding the strength to move forward.\n* [**Hou r of Blood**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/hour-of-b lood) – A gripping tale of betrayal and survival that doesn’t pull it s punches.\n* [**The Ohio Texas Remix**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fe stival/2025/films/the-ohio-texas-remix) – A high-energy mashup of cultu res\, sounds\, and stories bridging two states.\n* [**Neuro**](https://elp asofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/neuro) – A tense psychological journey through the mind’s deepest fears and desires.\n* [**Randy as Him self**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/randy-as-himsel f) – A raw\, heartfelt portrait of identity and self-discovery in unexp ected places.\n* [**Jeff**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/f ilms/jeff) – A sharp and darkly funny exploration of friendship\, loyal ty\, and secrets. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204649 LOCATION:Philanthropy Theater\, 125 W Mills Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Texas Shorts URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Our **Texas Shorts** program celebrates the incredible creativity o f filmmakers from the Lone Star State. These bold\, captivating stories re flect the diversity\, artistry\, and spirit of Texas filmmaking at its fin est.\n\n## Texas Shorts Program\n\n* [**The Mourning Of**](https:// elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-mourning-of) – A deeply emotional story of loss\, remembrance\, and finding the strength to move f orward.\n* [**Hour of Blood**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/202 5/films/hour-of-blood) – A gripping tale of betrayal and survival that doesn’t pull its punches.\n* [**The Ohio Texas Remix**](https://elpasofi lmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-ohio-texas-remix) – A high-energ y mashup of cultures\, sounds\, and stories bridging two states.\n* [**Neu ro**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/neuro) – A ten se psychological journey through the mind’s deepest fears and desires.\n * [**Randy as Himself**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/film s/randy-as-himself) – A raw\, heartfelt portrait of identity and self-d iscovery in unexpected places.\n* [**Jeff**](https://elpasofilmfestival.or g/festival/2025/films/jeff) – A sharp and darkly funny exploration of f riendship\, loyalty\, and secrets. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091654 DTSTART:20250926T110000 DTEND:20250926T120000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T142930 DESCRIPTION:## **Scoring the Future: How Regional Music Creatives Break Int o Film\, TV\, and Gaming**\n\n**Moderated by TBD**\n**Date:** Friday\, Se ptember 26th\, 2025 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Visitors Center (Ocutillo Room)\n\n**Description:**\n\nThis insightful panel explores how music produce rs\, composers\, and independent musicians—especially those working outs ide major entertainment hubs—can successfully place their music in film\ , television\, and video games. With the rise of remote collaboration\, di gital licensing platforms\, and indie content creation\, the barriers to e ntry are shifting. Panelists will share strategies for navigating the sync licensing world\, building industry relationships\, and crafting music th at resonates with visual media.\n\nWhether you're in a small town or a regional market\, this discussion will offer practical advice on how to get noticed\, pitch your work\, and align your sound with the needs of directors\, game devel opers\, and music supervisors.\n\n**Panelists:** [Hunter George](h ttps://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/hunter-george)\n\nTh is free community event is organized by the[ El Paso Film & Creative Indu stries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) at [Visit El Paso]( https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Paso Film Fes tival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T143106 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: Music in Film & TV URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **Scoring the Future: How Regional Music Cr eatives Break Into Film\, TV\, and Gaming**\n\n**Moderated by TBD**\n**Dat e:** Friday\, September 26th\, 2025 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM\n**Location:**  El Paso Visitors Center (Ocutillo Room)\n\n**Description:**\n\nThis insightful panel explores how music producers\, composers\, and independent musicians—especially those working outside major entertainment hubs—can successfully place th eir music in film\, television\, and video games. With the rise of remote collaboration\, digital licensing platforms\, and indie content creation\, the barriers to entry are shifting. Panelists will share strategies for n avigating the sync licensing world\, building industry relationships\, and crafting music that resonates with visual media.\n\nWhether you're in a small town or a regional market\, this discussion will offer practical advice on how to g et noticed\, pitch your work\, and align your sound with the needs of dire ctors\, game developers\, and music supervisors.\n\n**Panelists:**  [Hunter George](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/h unter-george)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the[ El Paso F ilm & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) a t [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the  [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084819 DTSTART:20250926T110000 DTEND:20250926T123000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195042 DESCRIPTION:Our \\*\\ *Documentary Shorts\\*\\* programs offer compelling real-life stories fro m across cultures\, communities\, and continents — from deeply personal journeys to explorations of history\, identity\, and resilience.\n\ n## Documentary Shorts Program 1\n\n* [**A City That Cares**](https://elpa sofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/a-city-that-cares) – A heartfelt portrait of a community coming together to lift its most vulnerable membe rs.\n* [**Building a Champion**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2 025/films/building-a-champion) – Inside the grit\, discipline\, and hea rt it takes to rise to the top.\n* [**Lessons Learned in Cotulla**](https: //elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/lessons-learned-in-cotulla)  – One small Texas town reveals big lessons about education\, culture\, a nd change.\n* [**The Wild Girl of Brushvalley Township**](https://elpasofi lmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-wild-girl-of-brushvalley-township)  – An untold story of freedom\, survival\, and the mysteries of rural l ife.\n* [**Bailando Culture**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/202 5/films/bailando-culture) – Dance as a living expression of heritage\, joy\, and community spirit. LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T214921 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Documentary Shorts 1 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Our \\*\\*Documentary Shorts\\*\\* programs offer compelling real -life stories from across cultures\, communities\, and continents — from deeply personal journeys to explorations of history\, identity\, and resi lience.\n\n## Documentary Shorts Program 1\n\n* [**A City That Care s**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/a-city-that-cares)  – A heartfelt portrait of a community coming together to lift its most vulnerable members.\n* [**Building a Champion**](https://elpasofilmfestiv al.org/festival/2025/films/building-a-champion) – Inside the grit\, dis cipline\, and heart it takes to rise to the top.\n* [**Lessons Learned in Cotulla**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/lessons-lear ned-in-cotulla) – One small Texas town reveals big lessons about educat ion\, culture\, and change.\n* [**The Wild Girl of Brushvalley Township**] (https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-wild-girl-of-brush valley-township) – An untold story of freedom\, survival\, and the myst eries of rural life.\n* [**Bailando Culture**](https://elpasofilmfestival. org/festival/2025/films/bailando-culture) – Dance as a living expressio n of heritage\, joy\, and community spirit. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1088617 DTSTART:20250926T130000 DTEND:20250926T143000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250809T222841 DESCRIPTION:67 BOMBS T O ENID is an intimate\, character-driven documentary about survivors of nu clear weapons testing in the Marshall Islands who relocated to rural Ameri ca. The film presents intimate access to characters with first-hand accoun ts of bomb blasts and their descendants who speak to the generational impa ct these perverse weapons of war have had on humans. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204533 LOCATION:Philanthropy Theater\, 125 W Mills Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] 67 BOMBS TO ENID URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:67 BOMBS TO ENID is an intimate\, character-driven documentary abou t survivors of nuclear weapons testing in the Marshall Islands who relocat ed to rural America. The film presents intimate access to characters with first-hand accounts of bomb blasts and their descendants who speak to the generational impact these perverse weapons of war have had on humans. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091655 DTSTART:20250926T130000 DTEND:20250926T140000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T143525 DESCRIPTION:## **DIY Buzz: Marketing Your Indie Film with New Media\, Art\, and Innovation**\n\n**Moderated by Drew Mayer-Oakes**\n**Date:** Friday September 27\, 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Visitors C enter (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:**\n\nIn today’s saturated media landscape\, creati ng hype around your independent short or feature film doesn’t require a blockbuster budget—it requires creativity\, strategy\, and a deep unders tanding of your audience. This panel brings together filmmakers\, digital marketers\, and visual artists to explore how to build momentum for your p roject using new media tools and grassroots techniques.\n\nFrom cra fting compelling teasers and lookbooks to leveraging social media\, vertic al content\, and eye-catching artwork\, panelists will share actionable in sights on how to generate buzz\, attract collaborators\, and engage audien ces before your film even premieres. Whether you're working solo or with a small team\, this discussion will empower you to market your film with im pact and authenticity.\n\n**Panelists:** [Alecs Román](https://elpasofil mfestival.org/festival/special-guests/alecs-roman)\, [Rafael Prieto](http s://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/rafael-prieto)\, [Elli ott Hinojos](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/elliot t-hinojos)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the[ El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) at  [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [ El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T143525 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: Marketing your Indie URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **DIY Buzz: Marketing Your Indie Film with New Media\, Art\, and Innovation**\n\n**Moderated by Drew Mayer-Oakes**\n* *Date:** Friday September 27\, 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM\n**Location:** E l Paso Visitors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:**\n\nIn today’s saturated media l andscape\, creating hype around your independent short or feature film doe sn’t require a blockbuster budget—it requires creativity\, strategy\, and a deep understanding of your audience. This panel brings together film makers\, digital marketers\, and visual artists to explore how to build mo mentum for your project using new media tools and grassroots techniques.\n\nFrom crafting compelling teasers and lookbooks to leveraging soci al media\, vertical content\, and eye-catching artwork\, panelists will sh are actionable insights on how to generate buzz\, attract collaborators\, and engage audiences before your film even premieres. Whether you're worki ng solo or with a small team\, this discussion will empower you to market your film with impact and authenticity.\n\n**Panelists:** [Alecs Román]( https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/alecs-roman)\, [Ra fael Prieto](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/rafael -prieto)\, [Elliott Hinojos](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/spec ial-guests/elliott-hinojos)\n\nThis free community event is organized by t he[ El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpas o.com/film) at [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is su pported by the [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org /). URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091656 DTSTART:20250926T140000 DTEND:20250926T150000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T143702 DESCRIPTION:## **Writing Beyond Hollywood: Thriving as a Screenwriter in Re gional Markets**\n\n**Moderated by [Carlos De La Torre](https://elpasofilm festival.org/festival/special-guests/carlos-m-de-la-torre)**\n**Date:** F riday\, September 26\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Vi sitors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:** This panel explores wha t it takes to build a successful screenwriting career outside of major ent ertainment hubs like Los Angeles or New York. Featuring working and emergi ng screenwriters\, the discussion will offer practical advice on how to ma ke a living\, stay motivated\, and grow your craft in regional markets.\n\ n
\nTopics will include whether agents are necessary\, how to find paid opportunities\, and the importance of writing consistently. Panelists wil l also share insights on how participating in local and national film fest ivals\, screenwriting competitions\, and writing groups can open doors and build community. Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up your career\, this conversation will provide inspiration and actionable st rategies for screenwriters working outside the mainstream.\n\nPanelists:  [Richard Dane Scott](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guest s/richard-dane-scott)\, [Ya'Ke Smith](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festi val/special-guests/yake-smith)\, [April Sánchez](https://elpasofilmfestiv al.org/festival/special-guests/april-sanchez)\, [Christian Moldes](https:/ /elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/christian-moldes)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the [El Paso Film & Creative Industri es Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) at [Visit El Paso](https: //www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Paso Film Festival]( https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T143702 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: Screenwriting URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **Writing Beyond Hollywood: Thriving as a S creenwriter in Regional Markets**\n\n**Moderated by [Carlos De La Torre](h ttps://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/carlos-m-de-la-torre )**\n**Date:** Friday\, September 26\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM\n**Locati on:** El Paso Visitors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:** This p anel explores what it takes to build a successful screenwriting career out side of major entertainment hubs like Los Angeles or New York. Featuring w orking and emerging screenwriters\, the discussion will offer practical ad vice on how to make a living\, stay motivated\, and grow your craft in reg ional markets.\n\n
\nTopics will include whether agents are necessary\, how to find paid opportunities\, and the importance of writing consistent ly. Panelists will also share insights on how participating in local and n ational film festivals\, screenwriting competitions\, and writing groups c an open doors and build community. Whether you're just starting out or loo king to level up your career\, this conversation will provide inspiration and actionable strategies for screenwriters working outside the mainstream .\n\nPanelists: [Richard Dane Scott](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festi val/special-guests/richard-dane-scott)\, [Ya'Ke Smith](https://elpasofilmf estival.org/festival/special-guests/yake-smith)\, [April Sánchez](https:/ /elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/april-sanchez)\, [Christia n Moldes](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/christian -moldes)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the [El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) at [Visi t El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Pas o Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091657 DTSTART:20250926T150000 DTEND:20250926T160000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T143829 DESCRIPTION:## **Crafting Award-Winning Short Films**\n\n**Moderated by [C harles Horak](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/charl es-horak)**\n**Date:** Friday\, September 26\, 2025 @ 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM\n **Location:** El Paso Visitors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:**  This panel explores how filmmakers in regional markets can produce short films that compete—and win—on the national and international stage. F eaturing directors\, producers\, actors and festival veterans\, the discus sion will highlight how to elevate your work through meaningful storytelli ng\, high-quality casting\, skilled crew collaboration\, and strategic pla nning.\n\nPanelists will share insights on how to attract top-tier talent locally\, manage tight budgets without sacrificing production value\, and build a festival strategy that gets your film noticed. Whether you're work ing in a small town or a mid-sized city\, this conversation will empower y ou to create impactful\, professional-level films with the resources you h ave.\n\n**Panelists:** [Carlos De La Torre](https://elpasofilmfestival.or g/festival/special-guests/carlos-m-de-la-torre)\, [Ya'Ke Smith](https://e lpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/yake-smith)\, [Ulises Cordo va](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/ulises-cordova) \, [Ellar Coltrane](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guest s/ellar-coltrane)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the[ El Pa so Film & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film ) at [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T143830 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: Award Winning Shorts URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **Crafting Award-Winning Short Films**\n\n* *Moderated by [Charles Horak](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/spe cial-guests/charles-horak)**\n**Date:** Friday\, September 26\, 2025 @ 3: 00 PM - 4:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Visitors Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\ n**Description:** This panel explores how filmmakers in regional markets can produce short films that compete—and win—on the national and inter national stage. Featuring directors\, producers\, actors and festival vete rans\, the discussion will highlight how to elevate your work through mean ingful storytelling\, high-quality casting\, skilled crew collaboration\, and strategic planning.\n\nPanelists will share insights on how to attract top-tier talent locally\, manage tight budgets without sacrificing produc tion value\, and build a festival strategy that gets your film noticed. Wh ether you're working in a small town or a mid-sized city\, this conversati on will empower you to create impactful\, professional-level films with th e resources you have.\n\n**Panelists:** [Carlos De La Torre](https://elpa sofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/carlos-m-de-la-torre)\, [Ya'Ke Smith](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/yake-smith) \, [Ulises Cordova](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guest s/ulises-cordova)\, [Ellar Coltrane](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festi val/special-guests/ellar-coltrane)\n\nThis free community event is organiz ed by the[ El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.vis itelpaso.com/film) at [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, an d is supported by the [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfesti val.org/). URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084831 DTSTART:20250926T150000 DTEND:20250926T163000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195046 DESCRIPTION:Our **Stud ent Shorts** program shines a spotlight on the next generation of filmmak ers\, showcasing fresh perspectives\, daring ideas\, and bold storytelling from emerging voices.\n\n## Student Shorts Program\n\n* [**Healing Hands**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/healing-hands ) – A moving exploration of compassion\, care\, and the quiet strength of human connection.\n* [**A Woman is Many Things**](https://elpasofilmfes tival.org/festival/2025/films/a-woman-is-many-things) – A poetic and po werful portrayal of womanhood in all its complexity.\n* [**Tornado**](http s://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/tornado) – A tense and e motional story set against the chaos of a looming storm.\n* [**Experts in a Dying Field**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/expert s-in-a-dying-field) – A poignant look at love\, memory\, and what remai ns when everything else fades.\n* [**The Truck**](https://elpasofilmfestiv al.org/festival/2025/films/the-truck) – An intimate journey sparked by an unexpected roadside encounter.\n* [**Division**](https://elpasofilmfest ival.org/festival/2025/films/division) – A sharp\, timely reflection on lines drawn — between people\, places\, and beliefs.\n* [**Star Crossed **](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/star-crossed) – A heartfelt tale of connection and fate under a shared night sky.\n* [**Fe ar and Tremble**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/fear- and-tremble) – A gripping study of inner conflict and the courage to fa ce the unknown. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204644 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Student Shorts URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Our **Student Shorts** program shines a spotlight on the next gene ration of filmmakers\, showcasing fresh perspectives\, daring ideas\, and bold storytelling from emerging voices.\n\n## Student Shorts Progra m\n\n* [**Healing Hands**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/fi lms/healing-hands) – A moving exploration of compassion\, care\, and th e quiet strength of human connection.\n* [**A Woman is Many Things**](http s://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/a-woman-is-many-things)  – A poetic and powerful portrayal of womanhood in all its complexity.\n* [**Tornado**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/tornado)  – A tense and emotional story set against the chaos of a looming storm .\n* [**Experts in a Dying Field**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiva l/2025/films/experts-in-a-dying-field) – A poignant look at love\, memo ry\, and what remains when everything else fades.\n* [**The Truck**](https ://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-truck) – An intimate journey sparked by an unexpected roadside encounter.\n* [**Division**](htt ps://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/division) – A sharp\, t imely reflection on lines drawn — between people\, places\, and beliefs. \n* [**Star Crossed**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/ star-crossed) – A heartfelt tale of connection and fate under a shared night sky.\n* [**Fear and Tremble**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiv al/2025/films/fear-and-tremble) – A gripping study of inner conflict an d the courage to face the unknown. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084842 DTSTART:20250926T150000 DTEND:20250926T164500 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195048 DESCRIPTION:An immersi ve archival documentary that reanimates the clash between the then-emergin g World Trade Organization (WTO) and the more than 40\,000 people who took to the streets of Seattle to protest the WTO's impact on human rights\, l abor\, and the future effects of continued globalization. LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T163557 LOCATION:Philanthropy Theater\, 125 W Mills Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] WTO/99 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:An immersive archival documentary that reanimates the clash between the then-emerging World Trade Organization (WTO) and the more than 40\,00 0 people who took to the streets of Seattle to protest the WTO's impact on human rights\, labor\, and the future effects of continued globalization. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091658 DTSTART:20250926T160000 DTEND:20250926T170000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T144017 DESCRIPTION:## TMIIIP on the Road \\| Presented by the Texas Film Commissio n\n\n**Moderated by Robert Rodriguez**\n**Date:** Friday\, September 26\, 2025 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Visitors Center (Ocotill o Room)\n\n**Description:** Your roadmap to the Texas Moving Image Indust ry Incentive Program\, this presentation provides an overview of the Texas Film Commission’s many resources and a guide to the exciting recent cha nges to the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program. (That’s a Tex as-sized mouthful\, so we call it TMIIIP\, y’all!) Q & A to follow the p resentation.\n\nTh e information in these sessions are targeted towards professionals working in Texas’ film\, television\, commercial\, animation\, visual effects\, video game and digital media industries.  LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T144017 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: TMIIIP on the Road URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## TMIIIP on the Road \\| Presented by the Tex as Film Commission\n\n**Moderated by Robert Rodriguez**\n**Date:** Friday \, September 26\, 2025 @ 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM\n**Location:** El Paso Visitor s Center (Ocotillo Room)\n\n**Description:** Your roadmap to the Texas Mo ving Image Industry Incentive Program\, this presentation provides an over view of the Texas Film Commission’s many resources and a guide to the ex citing recent changes to the Texas Moving Image Industry Incentive Program . (That’s a Texas-sized mouthful\, so we call it TMIIIP\, y’all!) Q & A to follow the presentation.\n\nThe information in these sessions are targeted towards prof essionals working in Texas’ film\, television\, commercial\, animation\, visual effects\, video game and digital media industries.  URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084820 DTSTART:20250926T170000 DTEND:20250926T190000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195043 DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Friday evening VIP and Filmmaker evening r eception where you’ll get to meet the filmmakers of El Paso Film Festiva l. Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres on us. VIP Badge and Filmmaker Badges r equired for entry. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204713 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] VIP & Filmmaker Reception (Friday Even ing) URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Come join us for our Friday evening VIP and Fi lmmaker evening reception where you’ll get to meet the filmmakers of El Paso Film Festival. Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres on us. VIP Badge and F ilmmaker Badges required for entry. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084845 DTSTART:20250926T190000 DTEND:20250926T204500 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195049 DESCRIPTION:Evan takes his old friends Mark and Nolan on a backpacking trip to rekindle their fr iendship. Things are idyllic until Evan reveals his true motive: he’s co ncerned about Nolan. Feeling betrayed\, Nolan angrily disappears. As they search for him\, Evan and Mark must confront the perils of masculinity and embrace the power of being vulnerable with one another. LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T163551 LOCATION:Philanthropy Theater\, 125 W Mills Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] The Only Way Out is Through URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Evan takes his old friends Mark and Nolan on a backpacking trip to rekindle their friendship. Things are idyllic until Evan reveals his true motive: he’s concerned about Nolan. Feeling betrayed\, Nolan angrily dis appears. As they search for him\, Evan and Mark must confront the perils o f masculinity and embrace the power of being vulnerable with one another.< /span> URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084824 DTSTART:20250926T214500 DTEND:20250926T233000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195044 DESCRIPTION:Our **Late Night Shorts** lineup is for the bold and adventurous — a mix of the bi zarre\, provocative\, and darkly funny\, perfect for night owls and risk-t akers.\n\n## Late Night Shorts\n\n* [**She-Devil**](https://elpasof ilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/she-devil) – A devilishly stylish t ale of temptation\, vengeance\, and transformation.\n* [**The Knock Knock Game**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/the-knock-knock -game) – Childhood curiosity opens a door to something chillingly unkno wn.\n* [**Whitch**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/whi tch) – Witchcraft and reality blur in this unsettling\, surreal vision. \n* [**Magdalena\, Te Amo**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/ films/magdalena-te-amo) – Passion\, obsession\, and danger intertwine i n this haunting romance.\n* [**Last Call**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org /festival/2025/films/last-call) – The night takes a dark turn just befo re closing time.\n* [**Chicken Salad**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fes tival/2025/films/chicken-salad) – A delightfully twisted dish of humor\ , absurdity\, and surprise.\n* [**God’s Lonely Magician**](https://elpas ofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/gods-lonely-magician) – Magic\, f aith\, and loneliness collide in this strange\, mesmerizing short.\n* [**F amiliar**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/familiar)  – An eerie connection between master and servant unfolds in the shadows. LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T163536 LOCATION:Philanthropy Theater\, 125 W Mills Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Late Night Shorts URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Our **Late Night Shorts** lineup is for the bold and adventurous — a mix of the bizarre\, provocative\, and darkly funny\, perfect for ni ght owls and risk-takers.\n\n## Late Night Shorts\n\n* [**She-Devil **](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/she-devil) – A d evilishly stylish tale of temptation\, vengeance\, and transformation.\n* [**The Knock Knock Game**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/fi lms/the-knock-knock-game) – Childhood curiosity opens a door to somethi ng chillingly unknown.\n* [**Whitch**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fest ival/2025/films/whitch) – Witchcraft and reality blur in this unsettlin g\, surreal vision.\n* [**Magdalena\, Te Amo**](https://elpasofilmfestival .org/festival/2025/films/magdalena-te-amo) – Passion\, obsession\, and danger intertwine in this haunting romance.\n* [**Last Call**](https://elp asofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/last-call) – The night takes a dark turn just before closing time.\n* [**Chicken Salad**](https://elpasof ilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/chicken-salad) – A delightfully twi sted dish of humor\, absurdity\, and surprise.\n* [**God’s Lonely Magici an**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/gods-lonely-magic ian) – Magic\, faith\, and loneliness collide in this strange\, mesmeri zing short.\n* [**Familiar**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025 /films/familiar) – An eerie connection between master and servant unfol ds in the shadows. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091520 DTSTART:20250927T103000 DTEND:20250927T120000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250917T143017 DESCRIPTION:A Marin e brotherhood faces trauma and loss in Afghanistan\, with Corporal JV Vill arreal's first-person video diary serving as a haunting glimpse into their past and a testament to unbreakable bonds. LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T143017 LOCATION:El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center\, 201 W Franklin Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] American Sons URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:A Marine brotherhood faces trauma and loss in Afghanistan\, with Corporal JV Villarreal's first-person video diary serving as a haunting g limpse into their past and a testament to unbreakable bonds. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084836 DTSTART:20250927T104500 DTEND:20250927T123000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195047 DESCRIPTION:From whims ical adventures to deeply emotional tales\, our \\*\\*Animated Shorts\\*\ \* program showcases the artistry and limitless imagination of animation in all its forms.\n\n## Animated Shorts\n\n* [**Common Fly**](https ://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/common-fly) – The everyda y life of a fly is anything but ordinary in this witty short.\n* [**Animal Math**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/animal-math)  – A playful and clever exploration of numbers\, nature\, and learning.\n * [**Holy Heaveness**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/ holy-heaveness) – A heavenly vision with a satirical twist on faith and perfection.\n* [**Saq Nikte and the Spirit of the Mask**](https://elpasof ilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/saq-nikte-and-the-spirit-of-the-mask)  – An enchanting cultural tale brought to life with vivid artistry.\n* [**The Death of James**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/film s/the-death-of-james) – A visually arresting meditation on mortality an d transformation.\n* [**Weekend at Maury Island**](https://elpasofilmfesti val.org/festival/2025/films/weekend-at-maury-island) – Quirky animation meets sci-fi mystery in this unforgettable escapade.\n* [**In Half**](htt ps://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/in-half) – A surreal an d touching story of division\, connection\, and unity.\n* [**But I’m a S hoe**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/but-im-a-shoe)  – A charming and imaginative journey from a very unusual perspective.\n* [**Mio Mao**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/mio-mao)  – A gentle\, whimsical tale that delights audiences of all ages. LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T032953 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Animation Shorts URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:From whimsical adventures to deeply emotional tales\, our \\*\\*An imated Shorts\\*\\* program showcases the artistry and limitless imaginat ion of animation in all its forms.\n\n## Animated Shorts\n\n* [**Co mmon Fly**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/common-fly)  – The everyday life of a fly is anything but ordinary in this witty sh ort.\n* [**Animal Math**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/fil ms/animal-math) – A playful and clever exploration of numbers\, nature\ , and learning.\n* [**Holy Heaveness**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fes tival/2025/films/holy-heaveness) – A heavenly vision with a satirical t wist on faith and perfection.\n* [**Saq Nikte and the Spirit of the Mask** ](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/saq-nikte-and-the-spi rit-of-the-mask) – An enchanting cultural tale brought to life with viv id artistry.\n* [**The Death of James**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fe stival/2025/films/the-death-of-james) – A visually arresting meditation on mortality and transformation.\n* [**Weekend at Maury Island**](https:/ /elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/weekend-at-maury-island) – Quirky animation meets sci-fi mystery in this unforgettable escapade.\n* [ **In Half**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/in-half)  – A surreal and touching story of division\, connection\, and unity.\n* [**But I’m a Shoe**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/ but-im-a-shoe) – A charming and imaginative journey from a very unusual perspective.\n* [**Mio Mao**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/202 5/films/mio-mao) – A gentle\, whimsical tale that delights audiences of all ages. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084841 DTSTART:20250927T110000 DTEND:20250927T123000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195048 DESCRIPTION:ASCO: With out Permission is a genre-defying film that profiles the extraordinary\, L os Angeles based\, Chicano art group of the 70's-80's\, ASCO\, who merged activism and art as they challenged representation in the art world\, Holl ywood and the news media. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204541 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] ASCO: Without Permission URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:ASCO: Without Permission is a genre-defying film that profiles the extraordinary\, Los Angeles based\, Chicano art group of the 70's-80's\, A SCO\, who merged activism and art as they challenged representation in the art world\, Hollywood and the news media. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091659 DTSTART:20250927T123000 DTEND:20250927T140000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T144511 DESCRIPTION:## **Producing Power: Women Leading Film Production in Texas**\ n\n**Moderated by [Stephanie Valle](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiv al/special-guests/stephanie-valle)**\n**Date:** Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 @ 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM\n**Location:** Philanthropy Theater\n\n**Description:** This in spiring panel highlights the work of women producers who are shaping the i ndependent film landscape in Texas. From powerful documentary to gritty ho rror\, heartfelt romance and powerful drama\, these creatives are proving that regional filmmaking can be bold\, diverse\, and commercially viable. The discussion will explore how women producers navigate the challenges of independent production\, build strong creative teams\, and successfully b ring their films to market.\n\nPanelists will share insights on dev eloping genre-specific projects\, working with local talent and crews\, an d crafting strategies for distribution and festival success. Whether you'r e a filmmaker\, aspiring producer\, or film enthusiast\, this conversation will offer valuable lessons on leadership\, resilience\, and innovation i n regional cinema.\n\n**Panelists:** [Elizabeth Avellan](https://elpasofi lmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/elizabeth-avellan "https://imdb.com /name/nm0042882")\, [Mindy Raymond](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiv al/special-guests/mindy-raymond "https://imdb.com/name/nm1427046")\, [Jul ia Barnett](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/julia-b arnett "https://imdb.com/name/nm1591185") and [Jennifer Kuczaj](https:// elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/jennifer-kuczaj "https://im db.com/name/nm0474012")\, [Jeni Robins](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/fe stival/special-guests/jeni-robins) LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T144511 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: Women in Film URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **Producing Power: Women Leading Film Produ ction in Texas**\n\n**Moderated by [Stephanie Valle](https://elpasofilmfe stival.org/festival/special-guests/stephanie-valle)**\n**Date:** Saturday \, September 27\, 2025 @ 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM\n**Location:** Philanthropy T heater\n\n**Descri ption:** This inspiring panel highlights the work of women producers who are shaping the independent film landscape in Texas. From powerful documen tary to gritty horror\, heartfelt romance and powerful drama\, these creat ives are proving that regional filmmaking can be bold\, diverse\, and comm ercially viable. The discussion will explore how women producers navigate the challenges of independent production\, build strong creative teams\, a nd successfully bring their films to market.\n\nPanelists will shar e insights on developing genre-specific projects\, working with local tale nt and crews\, and crafting strategies for distribution and festival succe ss. Whether you're a filmmaker\, aspiring producer\, or film enthusiast\, this conversation will offer valuable lessons on leadership\, resilience\, and innovation in regional cinema.\n\n**Panelists:** [Elizabeth Avellan] (https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/elizabeth-avellan "https://imdb.com/name/nm0042882")\, [Mindy Raymond](https://elpasofilmfe stival.org/festival/special-guests/mindy-raymond "https://imdb.com/name/nm 1427046")\, [Julia Barnett](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/speci al-guests/julia-barnett "https://imdb.com/name/nm1591185") and [Jennifer Kuczaj](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/jennifer-k uczaj "https://imdb.com/name/nm0474012")\, [Jeni Robins](https://elpasofi lmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/jeni-robins) URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084822 DTSTART:20250927T124500 DTEND:20250927T143000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195043 DESCRIPTION:Our annual comedy block\, **The Good\, The Bad\, The Indie**\, brings together hilar ious\, offbeat\, and heartwarming short films from a mix of first-time and veteran filmmakers. Expect unexpected twists\, sharp wit\, and plenty of laughs.\n\n## The Good\, The Bad\, The Indie\n\n* [**To Write the E nding**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/to-write-the-e nding) – A clever\, self-aware romp about rewriting the story — liter ally.\n* [**Clowning Around**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/202 5/films/clowning-around) – Chaos and comedy collide in this outrageous look at life under the big top.\n* [**Waiting for Aphrodite**](https://elp asofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/waiting-for-aphrodite) – A quir ky tale of love\, destiny\, and the gods’ questionable timing.\n* [**Poo l Toys**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/pool-toys)  – Summer fun takes a bizarre turn when the toys start to steal the show. \n* [**Two Headed Calf**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/fil ms/two-headed-calf) – Absurdist humor meets poetic reflection in this u nique short.\n* [**The Eclipse**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/ 2025/films/the-eclipse) – Comedy and cosmic events mix in a brilliantly timed chain of mishaps.\n* [**Frank & Beans**](https://elpasofilmfestival .org/festival/2025/films/frank-beans) – A zany culinary comedy with a s urprising dash of heart.\n* [**Ashes to Dust**](https://elpasofilmfestival .org/festival/2025/films/ashes-to-dust) – Morbid humor and family drama stir together in a hilariously awkward send-off.\n* [**Donor**](https://e lpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/donor) – A sharp and snappy s atire about giving\, taking\, and everything in between.\n* [**SHE**](http s://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/she) – A playful\, surre al exploration of identity\, relationships\, and unexpected turns. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204654 LOCATION:El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center\, 201 W Franklin Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] The Good\, The Bad\, The Indie URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Our annual comedy block\, **The Good\, The Bad\, The Indie**\, brin gs together hilarious\, offbeat\, and heartwarming short films from a mix of first-time and veteran filmmakers. Expect unexpected twists\, sharp wit \, and plenty of laughs.\n\n## The Good\, The Bad\, The Indie\n\n* [**To Write the Ending**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/fil ms/to-write-the-ending) – A clever\, self-aware romp about rewriting th e story — literally.\n* [**Clowning Around**](https://elpasofilmfestival .org/festival/2025/films/clowning-around) – Chaos and comedy collide in this outrageous look at life under the big top.\n* [**Waiting for Aphrodi te**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/waiting-for-aphro dite) – A quirky tale of love\, destiny\, and the gods’ questionable timing.\n* [**Pool Toys**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/fi lms/pool-toys) – Summer fun takes a bizarre turn when the toys start to steal the show.\n* [**Two Headed Calf**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/f estival/2025/films/two-headed-calf) – Absurdist humor meets poetic refl ection in this unique short.\n* [**The Eclipse**](https://elpasofilmfestiv al.org/festival/2025/films/the-eclipse) – Comedy and cosmic events mix in a brilliantly timed chain of mishaps.\n* [**Frank & Beans**](https://el pasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/frank-beans) – A zany culinary comedy with a surprising dash of heart.\n* [**Ashes to Dust**](https://el pasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/ashes-to-dust) – Morbid humor and family drama stir together in a hilariously awkward send-off.\n* [**Do nor**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/donor) – A sh arp and snappy satire about giving\, taking\, and everything in between.\n * [**SHE**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/she) – A playful\, surreal exploration of identity\, relationships\, and unexpecte d turns. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084826 DTSTART:20250927T130000 DTEND:20250927T143000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195044 DESCRIPTION:Our \\*\\ *Documentary Shorts\\*\\* programs offer compelling real-life stories fro m across cultures\, communities\, and continents — from deeply personal journeys to explorations of history\, identity\, and resilience.\n\ n## Documentary Shorts Program 2\n\n* [**Teddy**](https://elpasofilmfestiv al.org/festival/2025/films/teddy) – A tender and moving look at love\, family\, and perseverance.\n* [**Rock & Roll Film History**](https://elpas ofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/rolling-film-rocking-history) – A rocking ride through the untold stories where music and movies collide.\n * [**Running to Stand Still**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/202 5/films/running-to-stand-still) – The struggle to move forward when lif e keeps pulling you back.\n* [**Simple Machine**](https://elpasofilmfestiv al.org/festival/2025/films/simple-machine) – A poetic meditation on mec hanics\, invention\, and the beauty of simplicity.\n* [**My Tia During an Eclipse**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/my-tia-durin g-an-eclipse) – A moving family story set against the magic and mystery of a rare celestial event. LAST-MODIFIED:20250809T214929 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Documentary Shorts 2 URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Our \\*\\*Documentary Shorts\\*\\* programs offer compelling real -life stories from across cultures\, communities\, and continents — from deeply personal journeys to explorations of history\, identity\, and resi lience.\n\n## Documentary Shorts Program 2\n\n* [**Teddy**](https:/ /elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/teddy) – A tender and movin g look at love\, family\, and perseverance.\n* [**Rock & Roll Film History **](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/rolling-film-rockin g-history) – A rocking ride through the untold stories where music and movies collide.\n* [**Running to Stand Still**](https://elpasofilmfestival .org/festival/2025/films/running-to-stand-still) – The struggle to move forward when life keeps pulling you back.\n* [**Simple Machine**](https:/ /elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/films/simple-machine) – A poetic meditation on mechanics\, invention\, and the beauty of simplicity.\n* [** My Tia During an Eclipse**](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/2025/f ilms/my-tia-during-an-eclipse) – A moving family story set against the magic and mystery of a rare celestial event. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084837 DTSTART:20250927T130000 DTEND:20250927T143000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195047 DESCRIPTION:Three peop le navigate a dangerous treatment industry rife with insurance fraud. LAST-MODIFIED:20250914T163544 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Shuffle URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Three people navigate a dangerous treatment industry rife with insu rance fraud. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091660 DTSTART:20250927T140000 DTEND:20250927T150000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250918T144617 DESCRIPTION:## **Acting from Anywhere: Building a Screen Career Beyond Holl ywood**\n\n**Moderated by Drew Mayer-Oakes**\n**Date:** Saturday\, Septem ber 27\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM\n**Location:** Philanthropy Theater\n\n **Description:** This empowering panel explores how actors can build succ essful careers in mainstream television and film while living outside majo r production hubs like Los Angeles or New York. Featuring working actors\, casting directors\, and talent managers\, the discussion will offer pract ical advice on breaking into the industry\, securing representation\, and staying competitive from a regional base.\n\nPanelists will share insights on how to get started\, build a strong reel\, audition remotely\, and con nect with agents and managers. The conversation will also highlight the im portance of training\, networking\, and staying active in local film commu nities and festivals. Whether you're just beginning or looking to expand y our reach\, this panel will provide actionable strategies for thriving in today’s decentralized entertainment landscape.\n\n**Panelists:** [Jeni Robins](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/jeni-robins )\, [Walter Perez](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests /walter-perez)\, [Emilio Garcia-Sanchez](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/f estival/special-guests/emilio-garcia-sanchez)\, [Jessica Meraz](https://e lpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/jessica-meraz)\, [Ellar Col trane](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/ellar-coltra ne)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the[ El Paso Film & Crea tive Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/film) at [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T144618 LOCATION:El Paso Visitor's Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 799 01 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Creating Ways: The Actor's Journey URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:## **Acting from Anywhere: Building a Screen C areer Beyond Hollywood**\n\n**Moderated by Drew Mayer-Oakes**\n**Date:**  Saturday\, September 27\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM\n**Location:** Philant hropy Theater\n\n**Description:** This empowering panel explores how acto rs can build successful careers in mainstream television and film while li ving outside major production hubs like Los Angeles or New York. Featuring working actors\, casting directors\, and talent managers\, the discussion will offer practical advice on breaking into the industry\, securing repr esentation\, and staying competitive from a regional base.\n\nPanelists wi ll share insights on how to get started\, build a strong reel\, audition r emotely\, and connect with agents and managers. The conversation will also highlight the importance of training\, networking\, and staying active in local film communities and festivals. Whether you're just beginning or lo oking to expand your reach\, this panel will provide actionable strategies for thriving in today’s decentralized entertainment landscape.\n\n**Pan elists:** [Jeni Robins](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-g uests/jeni-robins)\, [Walter Perez](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festiv al/special-guests/walter-perez)\, [Emilio Garcia-Sanchez](https://elpasof ilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/emilio-garcia-sanchez)\, [Jessica Meraz](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-guests/jessica-mer az)\, [Ellar Coltrane](https://elpasofilmfestival.org/festival/special-gu ests/ellar-coltrane)\n\nThis free community event is organized by the[ El Paso Film & Creative Industries Commission](https://www.visitelpaso.com/f ilm) at [Visit El Paso](https://www.visitelpaso.com/)\, and is supported by the [El Paso Film Festival](https://www.elpasofilmfestival.org/). URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084846 DTSTART:20250927T150000 DTEND:20250927T163000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195049 DESCRIPTION:A small-to wn woman in need of medical care in West Texas is forced to break the law. LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T033021 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Due West URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:A small-town woman in need of medical care in West Texas is forced to break the law. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1088619 DTSTART:20250927T150000 DTEND:20250927T170000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250809T224246 DESCRIPTION:Alex Vasqu ez\, now in his 80's\, looks back on the heavy hearted and joyful times wi th his one true love\, Gloria. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204600 LOCATION:El Paso Mexican American Cultural Center\, 201 W Franklin Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Gloria URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Alex Vasquez\, now in his 80's\, looks back on the heavy hearted an d joyful times with his one true love\, Gloria. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1088618 DTSTART:20250927T150000 DTEND:20250927T163000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250809T223226 DESCRIPTION:For over t wo decades\, Eric Power has been working as an indie animator specializing in cut paper stop motion. Join him on a journey through all the highs and lows of a life dedicated to the wonderful world of animation. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204617 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Papercuts: My Life as an Indie Animato r URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:For over two decades\, Eric Power has been working as an indie anim ator specializing in cut paper stop motion. Join him on a journey through all the highs and lows of a life dedicated to the wonderful world of anima tion. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084843 DTSTART:20250927T153000 DTEND:20250927T170000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195048 DESCRIPTION:Burt\, a d elightful and spirited 69 year old street musician with Parkinson’s has his daily life shaken up when\, Sammy\, a wayward young man from New York shows up claiming to be his son.  LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204546 LOCATION:Philanthropy Theater\, 125 W Mills Ave\, El Paso\, TX 79901 ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] BURT URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Burt\, a delightful and spirited 69 year old street musician with P arkinson’s has his daily life shaken up when\, Sammy\, a wayward young m an from New York shows up claiming to be his son.  URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1084821 DTSTART:20250927T170000 DTEND:20250927T190000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250513T195043 DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Saturday evening VIP and Filmmaker evening reception where you’ll get to meet the filmmakers of El Paso Film Festi val. Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres on us. VIP Badge and Filmmaker Badges required for entry. LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T204717 LOCATION:El Paso Museum of Art\, 1 Arts Festival Plaza\, El Paso\, TX 79901 \, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] VIP & Filmmaker Reception (Saturday Ev ening) URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Come join us for our Saturday evening VIP and Filmmaker evening reception where you’ll get to meet the filmmakers of E l Paso Film Festival. Enjoy drinks and hors d'oeuvres on us. VIP Badge and Filmmaker Badges required for entry. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091880 DTSTART:20250927T190000 DTEND:20250927T211500 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250920T231846 DESCRIPTION:With his s ingle mother consumed by demanding work\, young Pedro seeks comfort in the warm company of funeral home employees. Amidst the quiet of this unusual setting\, it’s Samo\, the compassionate embalmer\, who guides Pedro thro ugh the chaos of school life and the tender stirrings of first love. LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T232053 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Lepes URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:With his single mother consumed by demanding work\, young Pedro see ks comfort in the warm company of funeral home employees. Amidst the quiet of this unusual setting\, it’s Samo\, the compassionate embalmer\, who guides Pedro through the chaos of school life and the tender stirrings of first love. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260404T053300Z UID:dyJYBw1091881 DTSTART:20250927T220000 DTEND:20250927T233000 CLASS:PUBLIC CREATED:20250920T231925 DESCRIPTION:High schoo l friends party at the abandoned home of a former cult leader and discover a mysterious anointing oil that holds the secret to the cult's unraveling . Austin\, one of the teens\, is haunted by childhood trauma. LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T232028 LOCATION:The Plaza Theater\, 125 Henry Trost Ct\, El Paso\, TX 79901\, USA ORGANIZER:mailto:info@elpasofilmfestival.org SUMMARY:[El Paso Film Festival 2025] Texas Cult House URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:High school friends party at the abandoned home of a former cult le ader and discover a mysterious anointing oil that holds the secret to the cult's unraveling. Austin\, one of the teens\, is haunted by childhood tra uma. URL;VALUE=URI:https://ti.to/el-paso-film-festival/badges-2025 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR