Join us for the joyful presentation of the coveted VTeddy Awards, celebrating Festival Award and Prize winner and our splendid Honorees.

Following the screening of his iconic film Take Shelter, starring Michael Shannon and Jessica Chastain, producer Tyler Davidson talks about how this remarkable film came together at a formative point in his career.

Following the screening of A Stage of Twilight, Returning Honoree Karen Allen, the film’s star, and the film’s director/writer/producer Sarah T. Schwab take the stage to discuss this long-in-the-making new work from Ms. Schwab.

On-stage conversation with Will Hoppin (Director) following the screening of Her Majesty’s Lice, as well as Bess O’Brien (Director) following the screening of Listen Up.

Following the screening of her early career breakthrough film Secretary, MNFF Honoree Maggie Gyllenhaal offers reflections on the role that brought her significant critical acclaim and numerous awards.

After a screening of his latest narrative film, Emily the Criminal, about a college graduate who, saddled with student debt and unable to find work, engages in a credit card scam, MNFF Honoree Tyler Davidson shares his thoughts on working with rising star Aubrey Plaza and his role as the producer of this film.

Following the screening of his recent documentary I Promise, acclaimed multi-Emmy Award winning director and MNFF Honoree Marc Levin shares his thoughts on collaborating with LeBron James on bringing to life the story of Mr. James’ efforts to close the educational achievement gap in his hometown of Akron, Ohio.

On-stage conversation with Noah Weisel (Director) following the screening of Monster In A Box & Melissa McClung (Director) following the screening of All The Marbles. Also featuring Best Documentary Feature Winner Ellen Moore (Director) & her son Max following the screening of The High Rock.