2026
Metamora Film Festival

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.

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Time

10am to 7pm MST

Date

March 27 and 28, 2026

Location

Pueblo, Colorado

Film Topics

Mass Incarceration and Prison Reform

Encouraging reflection and discussion on the causes and consequences of mass incarceration.

Juvenile Justice and Rehabilitation

These films highlight how young people—often from marginalized communities—are impacted by harsh sentencing.

Employment and Housing Restrictions

Screening films on this topic brings visibility to the systemic barriers that hinder successful reentry.

Sex Offender Registry

Films that explore this topic can challenge prevailing myths, reveal the overly broad and punitive nature of the system.

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About The Festival

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.

Engage in meaningful conversations.

Connect with a purpose-driven community.

Connect with a purpose-driven community.

Support independent and impact-driven filmmaking.

Support independent and impact-driven filmmaking.

Festival Jurors & Organizers

Matt Duhamel

Matt Duhamel

CEO, Metamora Films

Kayla Victor

Kayla Victor

Business Consultant

Richard Keilholtz, J.D.

Richard Keilholtz, J.D.

College Professor

Deanna Hays

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!

March 27 AND 28, 2026

$100

Gold 1 Day

Gold Event Pass - One Day

Purchase our special Gold Pass and receive 1 day of access with extra perks!

March 27 OR 28, 2026

$60

Silver 2 Days

Regular Event Pass - Two Days

Purchase our Silver Pass and receive 2 days of access.

March 27 OR 28, 2026

$40

Silver 1 Day

Regular Event Pass - One Day

Purchase our Silver Pass and receive 1 day of access.

March 27 OR 28, 2026

$25

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Schedule: March 27-28, 2026/10:00am to 7:00pm

Location: PCC – Pueblo, Colorado