The Metamora Film Festival (MFF) is an event dedicated to exploring the complexities of the criminal justice system through the lens of cinema. The festival showcases a curated selection of documentaries, feature films, and short narratives that delve into topics such as incarceration, policing, legal reform, and restorative justice.
Transforming Hearts and Minds through the Power of Film
Films. Truth. Change.
Whether you’re a film lover, justice advocate, or curious viewer, the Metamora Film Festival invites you to engage, reflect, and reimagine the future of justice.
Founded on the belief that film can be a catalyst for social awareness and systemic change, the MFF highlights a diverse range of topics—including mass incarceration, wrongful convictions, racial disparities, restorative justice, policing, reentry, juvenile justice, and more. Through carefully curated short and feature-length films, we seek to educate, engage, and inspire both local and global audiences.
Highlights:
Filmmakers Q&A: Hear from the filmmakers themselves during the festival.
Special Guests: Dignitaries involved in the filmmaking industry along with criminal justice reform advocates.
Film Winners: Film awards including best documentary and narrative film.
Catered Event: Professionally catered for lunch and dinner.
Why Attend?
Engage in meaningful conversations.
Connect with a purpose-driven community.
Support independent and impact-driven filmmaking.
Festival Jurors & Organizers
Matt Duhamel
CEO, Metamora Films
Kayla Victor
Business Consultant
Richard Keilholtz, J.D.
College Professor
Deanna Hays
Event Coordinator
Ticket Pricing
Gold 2 Days
Gold Event Pass - Two Days
Purchase our special Gold Pass and receive 2 days of access with extra perks!