Film Festivals

Film Festival

Harkins Theatres is one of North America's largest supporters of independent film and is the venue of choice for the most popular and prestigious film festivals in the Southwest. Harkins takes pride in cultivating social festival experiences that bring audiences and filmmakers together in celebration of independent, foreign and art film.

THE PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL

The 12th annual Phoenix Film Festival was held at the luxurious Harkins Scottsdale 101. Guests enjoyed the finest in independent film from around the world, plus celebrities, filmmaking seminars and parties. The next event will take place in April 2014.

deadcenter FILM FESTIVAL

Harkins Bricktown 16 is the home of the Deadcenter Film Festival. See the best in independent film and rub elbows with producers, directors, screenwriters and actors. Each year the festival features screenings, workshops and galas. The next festival will be held in February 2014.

THE SCOTTSDALE FILM FESTIVAL

The Scottsdale International Film Festival is the only local event dedicated to foreign film. For 12 seasons the Festival has offered 71,500+ attendees more than 350 films from 70 nations around the globe. The Festival routinely attracts the Best Foreign Language Film award winners and top Hollywood studio and independent artistic releases. The 13th season takes place at the Harkins Shea 14 Theatre and is set for Oct. 4th through Oct. 8th, 2013.

THE JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL

The Harkins Camelview will host the 16th Annual Jewish Film Festival. With films including some of Hollywood’s biggest stars along with other works of cinematic art sure to appeal to fans of many backgrounds and interests, the Jewish Film Festival is a must-attend. The next festival will be held February 2014.