Big Picture Film Festival 2023

Big Picture Film Fest 2023 will premiere over a dozen new films produced by youth ages 12-24 through Big Picture Alliance programs across Philadelphia. This annual event is created by and for Philly youth as a platform to uplift marginalized voices and build community – including screenings, filmmaking workshops, musical guests, and panel discussions. This year’s films explore the theme “Bloom Where You’re Planted” – including the premiere of an environmental justice docuseries produced in partnership with the Philadelphia Orchard Project. Special guests will include host Vernon Jordan III, musical guest Eldric Laron, and a who’s who of local civic & industry leaders.

Funders & Sponsors include: Sony Electronics, Independence Public Media Foundation, William Penn Foundation, The Philadelphia Foundation, SpringPoint Partners, Philadelphia Cultural Fund, Seybert Foundation, Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Philadelphia Youth Network, Hamilton Family Charitable Trust, Nelson Foundation, Allen Hilles Fund, Dolfinger-McMahon Foundation, Lindback Foundation.