About Aspen Filmfest
Aspen Filmfest is the flagship fall event of Aspen Film, a nonprofit organization based in Aspen, Colorado. Founded in 1979, Filmfest presents a carefully curated selection of the year's best independent narrative features and documentaries, often featuring awards-season contenders. Aspen Film also produces the Oscar-qualifying Aspen Shortsfest and the Academy Screenings winter program.
Festival details
Location
110 E Hallam St, Suite 102, Aspen, CO 81611 · Aspen, United States
Scope
National
Focus
Independent · Documentary · Narrative · Awards Season
Duration
5-6 days
Founded
1979
Awards
Audience Award Best Narrative
Audience-voted narrative feature.
Audience Award Best Documentary
Audience-voted documentary feature.
Special programs
Aspen Filmfest
Fall awards-contender showcase.
Aspen Shortsfest
Oscar-qualifying short festival each spring.
Academy Screenings
Winter Oscar contenders.
FilmEducates
Year-round education.
For filmmakers
Screening eligibility
Filmfest curated; Shortsfest open via FilmFreeway.
Accepted formats
DCP, Digital
Best Documentary Films
Award-Winning Documentaries
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