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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 – […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Coming Soon! The 2018 Schedule!
The films are in! Our jurors have eaten all the popcorn they can handle and have viewed all our submissions. Votes are counted….. .stay tuned for our announcement for this year’s schedule. Many thanks to Chris and all of our jurors for their time and commitment to making this year’s […]
FiveMinuteFilmFEST Now Open!
New for 2018! ReadingFilmFEST presents the FiveMinuteFilmFEST for local High School students and 2018 High School Graduates. This competition is geared toward local students who are encouraged to submit an original film/video project no more than 5 minutes in length. All genres will be accepted, including original narrative/fiction, documentary/non-fiction and […]