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March 19 - 23, 2025JOIN US FOR THE 2025 FESTIVAL
March 19 – 23 in downtown Duluth, MN
From the Midwest to the World
Throughout the week, guests can look forward to screenings, post-film conversations with filmmakers, producers, and talent, community events, networking opportunities, parties, and more! Programming will feature a variety of local, national, and international films with a specific focus on Iran as our spotlight country.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN IS THE 2025 MINNESOTA FILM FESTIVAL?
MARCH 19-23, 2024.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT THE MINNESOTA FILM FESTIVAL?
Feature Films, Short Films, the Pitch Competition, Panels, and events! To have complete access to the festival, consider an All Access Pass for $75.
WHEN WILL PASSES AND TICKETS GO ON SALE?
Ticketing information will be announced soon!
HOW DO I USE MY PASS?
To reserve tickets with your pass, sign into your account with your Pass Number/Email Address and password. Once signed in, browse the films and reserve your films via PASS REDEMPTION. Add to cart and remember to checkout!
TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT. NOW WHAT?
The rush line! When a film is sold out, we will then start the rush line. It’s first come first serve in person. Anyone late to a screening risks the chance of their ticket being sold to the rush line 10 minutes after the start of the screening.
WHERE WILL THE FILMS BE SCREENED AND EVENTS TAKE PLACE?
The majority of the films will take place at Zeitgeist in Duluth, Minnesota.
WHEN WILL THE LINEUP BE ANNOUNCED?
Stay tuned for more information!
I’M A STUDENT, WHAT CAN I GET?
Students have access to a discounted general ticket of $12 or All Access Pass for $25.
WHAT IS THE MFF PITCH COMPETITION?
The MFF Pitch Competition is an annual competition where emerging filmmakers from across the Midwest have ten minutes to pitch their next film production for financial support. Participants present their concepts or works in progress to a panel of judges composed of filmmakers and industry professionals, who will offer constructive feedback to all participants. To participate you can either watch in the audience or submit to the Pitch Competition HERE. The deadline to submit is January 3, 2025! Have questions? Email vera@zeitgeistarts.com.
“The film industry is making a huge comeback and our local filmmakers are really making a splash! During MFF, our audience will enjoy films produced right in our own backyard by local filmmakers, including the North Shore and Iron Range. In addition to our local films, we have an impressive lineup from all across the globe. Our Pitch Competition, one of many educational aspects of our festival, consists of a promising group of Midwest filmmakers looking for a chance to be awarded grants for their films. Outside of film screenings and the Pitch Competition, there will be panels, parties, and food – a true celebration of the arts and storytelling where everyone is invited to join us.”
Vera Bianchini
Festival Director
VOLUNTEER WITH US!
OPERATIONS TEAM:
These volunteers are the front lines of the Festival, and are MFF ambassadors. For many of the festival guests, you will be the first face they see. The various roles include but are not limited to: Greeter, Usher, Ticket Checker, and Runners.
Responsibilities: This position is perfect for friendly and welcoming people who can solve simple issues such as answering questions, handing out ballots, check tickets, and controlling traffic flow.
STREET TEAM:
Do you like to get out in the community? Do you like to get to know area businesses? Then the Street Team is an excellent place to volunteer!
Responsibilities: Distribute posters and rack cards to area businesses.
FESTIVAL POLICIES
LATE SEATING
Late seating will be at the discretion of the house manager. All patrons must be in their seats by 10 minutes after the start of the scheduled screening time.
RUSH LINE
If a film is sold out, a first come, first served Rush Line will begin. If there are open seats 10 minutes after the start of the screening time, an usher will count open available seats. That amount of tickets will then be sold to the first people in the rush line.
EXCHANGES
We can only exchange a ticket for another film event during the festival week BEFORE the screening takes place.
REFUNDS
All sales are final, however we may be able to provide a refund on a case-by-case basis. Please contact a manager if you have questions.