Supporting and elevating independent films from South Florida and beyond.

At Subtropic Film Festival, we champion South Florida filmmakers, host educational workshops, and grow audiences for independent film.

We believe in the transformative power of local storytelling and the talent of our artists to bring bold visions to life. Through year-round screenings, artist-focused events, and collaborations with cultural leaders, we are dedicated to showcasing the impact of film in our region.

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Film Screenings All Weekend

The festival kicks off on October 18 at the Norton Museum of Art with the Opening Night Block, featuring short films from a diverse group of filmmakers from South Florida.The screenings and QA will be moderated by Wilkine Brutus, Palm Beach County correspondent and producer for WLRN, South Florida’s NPR station.
The program continues on October 19-20 at Afflux Studios with 11 thematic film blocks.
Industry Panels + Workshops

In addition to screenings, Subtropic will feature exciting workshops and panels. Highlights include:
Celluloid Workshop
AI Panel in Filmmaking
Grant WritingWorkshop
FilmGate Panel
Sound Design Workshop
From Script to Screener Workshop
Parties, Dancing, Sponsored Drinks

Our resident DJ and music programmer, DJ Hunchback, has curated the music for our opening night party at the Norton, followed by an all-female DJ set at the after-party at Kristin Hjellegjerde Gallery. The music and fun continue at Studio B at Afflux Studios at GStar Studios!
Subtropic will also host networking events such as the Karaoke Pitch Filmmakers Connect and Filmmaker Happy Hours.
The festival will conclude with an awards ceremony on October 20, celebrating outstanding films across various categories.

Festival Venues

Norton Museum - Day 1

Norton Museum, 1450 S Dixie Hwy, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The Opening Night film will take place in the Stiller Auditorium (seats 205). Art After Dark will be programmed around the festival with open studios, live music, and more!
Afflux Studios at Gstar Studios - Day 2

Afflux Studios at Gstar, 2060 S Congress Ave, Palm Springs, FL 33406
Film screenings featuring new work from South Florida and beyond!
Afflux Studios at Gstar Studios - Day 3

Afflux Studios at Gstar, 2060 S Congress Ave, Palm Springs, FL 33406
Will serve as the main filmmakers' workshop venue as well as the Award Ceremony venue and a closing night film!