Archive · 19 Jun 2025
Bentonville Film Festival Showcases Diverse Films and Talent
The Bentonville Film Festival is happening in Arkansas from June 16 to 22.
It showcases new movies, including world premieres and competitive films.
The festival prioritizes inclusion, especially for women and diverse voices.
You might see famous people like Geena Davis, Bradley Whitford, and Olympic champion Allyson Felix.
Al Roker also received an award.
It’s a place where new movies get their start.
The 11th Bentonville Film Festival (BFF) is underway in Arkansas, running from June 16-22.
The festival features nine world premieres and 28 feature films in competition.
Geena Davis and Bradley Whitford attended the opening night celebration.
Allyson Felix will participate in a conversation, and her documentary 'She Runs the World' will be screened.
Al Roker received a Trailblazer award and presented a sneak peek of his new animated series, 'Weather Hunters'.
- Who
- Geena Davis, Bradley Whitford, Allyson Felix, Al Roker, and various filmmakers.
- What
- The 11th Bentonville Film Festival.
- When
- June 16-22, 2025.
- Where
- Bentonville, Arkansas.
- Why
- To showcase diverse films and talent while promoting inclusion in the film industry.
Filmmakers
Festival Goals
Representation
Filmmakers
Women and underrepresented groups should be better represented in storytelling.
Festival Goals
N/A
- Festival Dates
- June 16-22
- Location
- Bentonville, Arkansas
- BFF Chair
- Geena Davis
- World Premieres
- Nine
- Feature Films in Competition
- 28
- Award
- Al Roker received a Trailblazer Award