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Our full list of screenings, festivals, and one-off events

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The 34th Heartland International Film Festival

Presented by Alamo Drafthouse at The Square

Thursday, October 9-Sunday, October 19

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Film schedule and tickets will be available on September 18, but you can purchase a discounted Fest Pass or Ticket Pack now during the Early Bird Sale! Prices increase after August 28.

Become a Donor

While the film industry is usually associated with unlimited budgets, the reality is that as a non-profit arts organization devoted to independent film, Heartland Film depends on donations to carry out our mission to curate, promote and celebrate thoughtful and engaging films from diverse perspectives. Consider making a donation to support the future of our organization and independent film in Indianapolis. You can give online here!

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If you represent a business or organization and are interested in becoming a Festival Sponsor, click here to learn more.

 

Your donation may be tax deductible to the extent allowed by law; please consult your tax adviser. Heartland Film, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization (Federal Tax ID #35-1832797).

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Merry Movie Nights 2025

December 4-7

Heartland Film HQ​

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Get into the spirit of the season with a suite of classic holiday films, each featuring a merry activation!

Previous Events

Previous Events

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Best of Fest 2025: Indy Shorts Edition

February 7-8

Heartland Film HQ​

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The splashiest shorts from #IndyShorts2024 return to the silver screen at Heartland Film HQ.

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Best of Fest 2025: HIFF Edition

March 7-8

The Historic Artcraft Theater

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The brightest stars at #HIFF33 return to the silver screen at the incredible Historic Artcraft Theater, which celebrated its 100th birthday only a few years ago.

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Storytelling Through Dance Films

In Partnership with the Indy Dance Council

Friday, March 21 at 7 PM

Heartland Film HQ​​

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Heartland Film, working in creative collaboration with Indy Dance Council, has curated a shorts program featuring the power of dance in storytelling.

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Science on Screen: "Radium Girls" & The Price of Progress

Tuesday, March 25 at 7 PM

Heartland Film HQ​​

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Heartland Film presents Radium Girls, a part of Science on Screen®, a unique film series that allows audiences to experience the intersection of film and science in celebration of National Science on Screen® Day!

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"The Ice Cream Man" Special Screening & Gallery

Thursday, March 27 at 7 PM

Heartland Film HQ​

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Join us in welcoming back the Oscar® shortlisted film, "The Ice Cream Man." This powerful short film had its sold-out World Premiere at the Indy Shorts International Film Festival last July. It went on to play at film festivals worldwide before making the Oscar® Shortlist for Best Live Action Short. 

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Cinemania 2025: A Tribute to Dance Films of the '80s

Presented by F.A. Wilhelm Construction Co.

April 11, 2025

The Crane Bay Event Center

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Come out in eclectic '80s chic and cut loose with radical drinks, legit food, electric entertainment and bitchin' activations at Heartland Film's signature fundraiser, Cinemania!

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"Champions of the Golden Valley"

Encore Screening with Exodus Refugee

Thursday, May 1 at 7 PM

Heartland Film HQ​​

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Don't miss your second chance to see the documentary that won the Overall Audience Choice Award at HIFF33. After the screening, there will be a Q&A with two Afghan refugees who work with Exodus Refugee. 

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The Film Lab | Demystifying Distribution with Pattern Inc.

Thursday, May 15 at 6 PM

Heartland Film HQ​​

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Filmmakers! Join Heartland Film and Pattern Inc. to learn about navigating independent film distribution. Keynote speaker and Indiana native Milan Chakraborty will join us remotely to demystify indie film distribution.

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2025 Indy Shorts International Film Festival

Tuesday, July 22-Sunday, July 27

Living Room Theaters, Newfields

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​The 2025 Indy Shorts International Film Festival, but you can relive your favorite moments with the Recap Video and Festival Photos! 

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8950 Otis Avenue

Indianapolis, IN 46216

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317.464.9405 

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