Day 1 began with the world premiere of Ben Chace’s VICTORY, celebrating Irma Thomas and her gospel roots, then took the celebration from the Contemporary Arts Center to Gallier Hall with a second line, local food, cocktails and live music by Cha Wa. 1/2
The 2026 Emerging Voices Directors Lab Showcase and Reception are presented by Andscape.
Thank you also to our sponsor Posté for providing camera equipment to the Emerging Voices Directors.
Visit Posté at the Festival Hub inside the Contemporary Arts Center on October 24 & 26.
We’re closing out Made in Louisiana Day with the Independent Filmmaker Party at The Broadside!
Join us under the open sky for light bites, an open bar, and conversations that could lead to your next collaboration. 1/3
Raise a glass to independent Louisiana filmmakers and Marginal MediaWorks’ three films at NOFF37: Pinball, Y Vân: The Lost Sounds of Saigon, and the world premiere of On the Last Day of Christmas, filmed in Baton Rouge.
Presented with additional support by Keslow Camera. 2/3
Thank you to everyone who made the New Orleans Film Society's Red Carpet Gala a celebration of independent film and the community behind it.
We were honored to celebrate Celluloid Hero Jay Duplass, Lumière Award winner Josh Penn, and Cultural Ambassador Tim Trapolin. 1/5
Thank you also to hospitality and beverage partners MOCKLY, Southern Eagle, and Partners Wine Marketing Group.
From Saints experiences and extraordinary dinners to original artwork and a walk-on film role, our auction donors brought incredible generosity to the evening. 4/5
Our gratitude to the culinary partners who made the evening delicious: Toulouse Gourmet Catering, Atchafalaya Restaurant, Commander’s Palace, The Delachaise Wine Bar, Galatoire’s Restaurant, Restaurant Patois, Maurice’s, and Cochon Butcher by Link Restaurant Group. 3/5
A special thank-you to ELEMENT for furnishing the Gala, Sazerac for providing spirits, Positive Vibrations featuring Nu Groove for the entertainment, and Liberty Bank & Trust and DJWHOISHEE for keeping the celebration going at the After Party. 2/5
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Join us on October 25th for an unforgettable day of music, community, and celebration!
🎶 1–6 PM | Lafitte Greenway
🎬 6 PM onwards | The Broadside
We’ll second line our way to The Broadside for the official screening of THE WELCOME TABLE, presented by the New Orleans Film Society.
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We’re getting ready to celebrate, and I can’t wait to see you all there! ✨
🎟️ Free event RSVP & screening tickets — links in bio!
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We’re taking NOFF37 Uptown for the Saturday Night Andscape Party at Sunnies!
Start poolside with cocktails, then let the night unfold with DJ Pellowtalk and drinks.
Oct 24 | 9 PM–1 AM
Sunnies | 4917 Freret St.
🎟️ EXCLUSIVELY for NOFF All Access Passholders!
Make time for these NOFF37 gatherings:
NOLA Slate Social
Oct 23 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Festival Hub, CAC Warehouse
Join local filmmakers, actors, writers, crew, + film lovers for a casual networking HH celebrating our city’s film community.
Free/open to the public. 1/3
Wellness Intermission: Meditation and Breathwork with Mark Berger
October 24 | 9:30–10:30 AM
CAC Rooftop, accessed from the 4th floor
Pause, breathe, + reset before another day of festival discoveries.
Both events at the Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp Street. 2/3
The Contemporary Arts Center is our festival home base for NOFF37, bringing filmmakers, film lovers, and our creative community together between the credits.
Thank you to the CAC for sponsoring the 37th New Orleans Film Festival presented by Andscape.
Meet The Comic Relief! They’re always chasing the next big laugh and quoting their favorite scenes long after the credits roll.
They’ve got a comedy for every mood and a laugh you can recognize from the lobby.
Tag the friend who fits this role. 1/2
A standing ovation for Gilead, whose continued generosity helps the New Orleans Film Society champion independent cinema, amplify diverse voices, and bring meaningful stories to our community year after year.
This NOFF37, Gilead is proudly sponsoring two special experiences: 1/6












