Ashland Independent Film Festival 2019

The Ashland Independent Film Festival is five days of the highest quality independent film in this historic town the Washington Post called a dream you'll never want to leave. Every Spring, Southern Oregon is buzzing with the excitement of the AIFF. Over 7000 film lovers gather at the art-deco Varsity Theatre, the Historic Ashland Armory, and other venues to watch over 100 documentary, feature, and short films in five days. Filmmakers from around the world engage with the audience after each screening and at festival events such as Opening Night Bash, the AfterLounge, and Awards Celebration, which include local wine, beer, and gourmet food. Special guests have included Chris Cooper, Lynn Shelton, James Ivory, Ty Burrell, Albert Maysles, Barbara Kopple, Helen Hunt, and Bruce Campbell. The Ashland Independent Film Festival: Celebrating the diversity of human experience through the art of independent filmenriching, educating and inspiring audiences of all ages. More Info below.