PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE Reading’s Fightin’ Phils presents a Party with a Purpose with ReadingFIlmFEST on Thursday, August 27th doors open at 5:30 pm, event starts at 6 pm at First Energy stadium. The outdoor event will present ReadingFilmFEST’s Made-in-Reading block of films, featuring the premiere screening of DUST NUGGETS by Sue Lange and Andrew Pochan, […]
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Black Lives Matter Statement
ReadingFilmFEST believes black lives matter and the inequitable, marginalization, and brutal treatment of African Americans is unacceptable. We stand in solidarity with those working to bring about social justice and improving the lives of minorities. We are committed to helping build a society where everyone can live with dignity. Since its inception, ReadingFilmFEST has celebrated […]
ReadingFilmFEST Responds to Covid-19
Like many organizations, ReadingFilmFEST has had to revamp this year’s film festival to ensure the health and safety of our volunteers, filmmakers and audience. Based on projections regarding Covid-19, this year’s event will be a Hybrid event, combining both virtual and in-person activities. The festival will include an outdoor celebration and drive-in style screening of […]
ReadingFilmFest gets $25,000 grant from Pennsylvania
By David Mekeel dmekeel@readingeagle.com @dmekeel on Twitter The ReadingFilmFest is about so much more than just watching movies, Cammie Harris told the crowd gathered Tuesday morning inside the GoggleWorks‘ Boscov Theater. The film festival’s executive director, standing on the theater’s stage, said it’s about developing and exploring culture. It’s about economic development. And with the […]
Rocky Horror Picture Show Costume Contest Reception & Screening
Costume Contest & Reception Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 9:00 p.m. at The Peanut Bar 2 Screenings Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 10:30pm at The GoggleWorks Boscov Theater Friday, November 1, 2019 at 10:30pm at The GoggleWorks Boscov Theater The Rocky Horror Picture Show is the ultimate cult classic that brings out the weird in […]
Special Festival Screening and Concert
On November 3, ReadingFilmFEST presents a film screening of Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice at 2:30pm at the GoggleWorks Boscov Theater. Followed by Q&A with Pete and Mike Ronstadt (The Ronstadt Brothers), Linda’s nephews, who will close the festival with a special concert on Sunday, November 3 – 6:30 PM at the WCR […]
Building a Film Community
Reading Film Fest was created by filmmakers for filmmakers and film lovers. We understand the importance of festivals in creating opportunities for filmmakers to meet their audiences, network with other professionals and promote their films. By supporting filmmakers, we’ve learned that our audience benefits by being able to engage in truly meaningful dialogue with the creators of film. Once again, […]
2018 Schedule is Up!
2018 Schedule of Films and Events! Start planning your weekend now! There’s so much to do – parties, concerts, panels, discussions and of course great films, Better rest up, no time to sleep November 1st – 4th! Film Schedule
Actor’s Seminar
An Interactive Seminar for Actors An interactive Actor’s Seminar will be presented by Golden Globe Nominee Lisa Eichhorn. Ann Gillette, who has worked in casting and production for over twenty years, will moderate the workshop. The Actor’s Seminar will focus on helping theater actors make the transition from stage to screen. Participants will learn valuable tips […]
Berks Arts Council presents Justin Kauflin
Jazz Pianist, Justin Kauflin will be our very special closing act of the 2018 ReadingFilmFEST on Sunday, November 4th, at 7:30 PM at the WCR Center for the Arts. The concert and a “meet and greet” with the artist will be free to ReadingFilmFEST VIP passholders. Concert only tickets will be available online and at […]