FESTIVAL 2027
DMViFF returns April 17–18, 2027, for two days of independent cinema, filmmaker recognition, and audience experiences at Phoenix Theatres Marlow 6 in Temple Hills, Maryland. Saturday features THE BUFFER, a Black Vine Network original series, as our Day One headline presentation. The festival weekend will also bring returning alumni, 2025 Restoration programming, filmmaker honors, and new cinematic discoveries together. The full screening schedule and ticketing information will be announced as details are finalized.
SATURDAY · APRIL 17
THE BUFFER
A BLACK VINE NETWORK ORIGINAL SERIES
Saturday, April 17 — Day One headline theatrical presentation.
SUNDAY · APRIL 18
Sunday highlights 2025 Restoration, Alumni Homecoming, and developing festival programming. Final screening times and specific film blocks will be announced as they are confirmed.
FILMMAKER HONORS
- FILMMAKER HONORS
6IX: THE LONG TAKE
DIRECTOR IN MOTION: MARK LU
Associated film: DISTRICT DUKE, A WASHINGTON, D.C. TALE.
WORKSHOPS
PSYCHOANALYSIS & CINEMA: WHAT THE FRAME KNOWS
A workshop exploring cinematic perspective, desire, character, identification, and the psychological dimensions of storytelling.
TICKET INFORMATION
Ticket and pass information will be announced as the festival schedule and admission arrangements are finalized. Join DMViFF updates for announcements.
THE FESTIVAL HOME
Phoenix Theatres Marlow 6 · 3899 Branch Avenue, Temple Hills, Maryland 20748
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Ticket Information
Ticket and pass information will be announced as the festival schedule and admission arrangements are finalized. Join DMViFF updates for announcements.