about pgff - Take 3
The Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council (PGAHC) and the Prince George’s Film Office present the third annual Prince George’s Film Festival - Take 3 (PGFF Take Three). Hosted in Prince George’s County, Maryland, this inaugural celebration of cinematic arts and culture is presented in partnership with Bowie State University. The festival is purposed to bolster filmmakers, provide a platform to showcase their films, and network with industry representatives and local creatives. Additionally, the Prince George’s Film Festival will highlight the collaborative partnerships between the academic, social, political, and business communities within the County.
The Prince George’s Film Festival is the premier event for new film works from up-and-coming and established independent filmmakers with diverse voices. PGFF Take Three is dedicated to presenting the best of cinema in Prince George’s County and creating transformational experiences for filmmakers, digital creators, and film enthusiasts.
As Prince George’s County becomes an attractive shooting destination for blockbuster films, the Prince George’s Film Festival aims to provide independent filmmakers the opportunity to participate in the film magic taking place throughout the county. PGFF Take Three is a curated space that will feature virtual and onsite film screenings, keynotes, panels, networking receptions, and interactive workshops dedicated to creative voices in filmmaking, animation, tech, storytelling, and entrepreneurship.
PGFF Take Three is expanding filmmakers’ toolkits with workshops dedicated to animation, cinematography, and acting, as well as panel discussions and talkbacks, focused on trends and the future of film. PGFF keynotes, panels, workshops, and networking events will take place in person over a four (4) day schedule at various locations throughout Prince George's County. Films in Competition will be available for screening digitally on-demand in four various categories.
Selected filmmakers will have an opportunity to participate in live Q&A’s and press opportunities on-site at PGFF Take Three.
The Prince George’s Film Festival is dedicated to presenting the best of cinema in Prince George’s County and creating transformational experiences for filmmakers, digital creators, and film enthusiasts. Over the four-day celebration, the festival will feature film screenings, keynote speakers, expert panels, workshops, virtual film screenings, student programs, networking receptions, and community activities.
“Through the Prince George’s Film Festival, the Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council and the Prince George’s Film Office is excited to expand the possibilities for film and filmmakers in the County.”