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Appalachian Film Festival

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Appalachian Film Festival
DateLast weekend in April
VenueHuntington City Hall
LocationHuntington, West Virginia
TypeFilm Festival
CauseAppalachian Culture
Organised byFoundry Theatre
WebsiteOfficial website

The Appalachian Film Festival is an annual film festival established in 2003 and based in Huntington, West Virginia.[1] The festival aims at promoting local Appalachian culture, while also only selecting films within the Appalachian region.[2][3]

Awards

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The Appalachian Film Festival gives out a total of 13 awards known as 'APPYs', which include three of each category and a "best of festival" award;[4]

Categories

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  • Student
  • Music Videos
  • Short Films
  • Feature Films

Alumni

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References

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  1. ^ "Appalachian Film Festival". WSAZ. April 22, 2024. Retrieved October 14, 2024.
  2. ^ Adams, Mason (May 29, 2024). "'King Coal' Blends Documentary And Dream To Paint A Vivid Picture Of Appalachian Culture". WV News. Retrieved October 12, 2024.
  3. ^ "Appalachian Film Festival - Film Freeway". Film Freeway. Retrieved October 14, 2024.
  4. ^ "Appalachian Film Festival - Past Festivals". Foundry Theatre. Retrieved October 14, 2024.