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Celebrating The Filmmakers of Tomorrow

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A showcase of films from across the world! 

New England's Largest Student Film Festival. 

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2026 AWARD WINNERS

Lowell Film Festival for Future Filmmakers

Best Narrative Film: Night of Silence

Henry Armstrong, New York University


Best Documentary: Closest to the Heart

Lina Barclay, Boston University


Best Animation: Ascent

Sabe Kuznick, Arlington High School


Best High School Film: Primitive

Zinti Lim, International School Of Kuala Lumpur


Special Distinction: Eyes

Dyan Kuo, Emerson

Preview the 2026 Films

films screen at the Donahue Family Academic Arts Center: 240 CeNTRAL St Lowell, MA

2025 Highlights at New England's Largest Student Film Festival

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      The Lowell Film Festival for Future Filmmakers is a vibrant platform dedicated to showcasing student films from around the globe. Managed by passionate students from UMass Lowell, we strive to promote creativity and innovation in filmmaking. You can participate by submitting your film, volunteering for the weekend, or attending the festival. 

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      All films screen at the Richard and Nancy Donahue Family Academic Arts Center - 240 Central Street, Lowell, MA


      Do you have questions about our festival? Would you like to volunteer and attend this year's weekend-long event? Send us a message here - or email us at lowellff@gmail.com. We will get back to you soon.

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      240 Central Street, Lowell, MA, USA

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