Different From What? Film Festival Official Logo What if we could transform the way we think about differences? What if we challenged who was thought of as 'different'? Or what if we asked an more audacious question—different from what? With inspiring journeys, fresh perspectives, and award-winning films from across the world, this festival will leave you speechless as it moves you from laughter to tears. Participate in thought-provoking panels. Voice your opinions in our video booth. Transcend the limitations of time and space dialoguing in live-stream Twitter posts. Meet our filmmakers and start a conversation that will forever change lives in our communities.

The FILMS


OFFICIAL SELECTIONS ARE IN! Check out The FILMS link for film descriptions and previews. Trailers will be posted shortly.
CHECK OUT THE SCHEDULE by clicking here.

FRIDAY NIGHT EVENT FEATURE: "Shooting Beauty", Reception and Director's Panel with George Kachadorian

DFW? Film Festival is proud to present our invited guest and filmmaker, George Kachadorian, director of the award-winning documentary, SHOOTING BEAUTY: Everyone Deserves a Shot.

Festivities start at 6:30pm - Purchase your "Special First Night Pass" / "Early Bird" / "Weekend Festival Pass" to partake in the evening.

Cheryl Hines presents Shooting Beauty from George Kachadorian on Vimeo.

What if we could rethink who was thought of as different?

Sun, 12/20/2009 - 07:12 — Anonymous

I have long thought that living as a labeled person requires the skills to live as an alien in a misunderstanding, often hostile, foreign territory. It would be helpful to have an orientation to the ways of the foreign inhabitants.
- Judith Snow, social inventor and advocate for inclusion, 1988

FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVAL - Our Sponsors

A warm thanks to our sponsors and local businesses, organizations, and individuals who are making this event possible!

Our Sponsors at Arizona State University


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