"The Art of Brooklyn... the borough's signature independent film festival"

16th Annual AoBFF
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Oct. 1 '25 - April 17 '26

IndieBoom Screenplay Competitions
produced by AoBFF
2025 FUNDERS:
The Art of Brooklyn's programs made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. 
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Dept. of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

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“I love AoBFF. Their focus on Brooklyn films and filmmakers speaks to me because I was born and raised here, and it influenced who I am as an artist. Hollywood has always had a love affair with Brooklyn, which now has a festival worthy of its incredibly diverse film scene.”
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AoBFF Judge Annabella Sciorra
(‘The Sopranos’, 'Truth Be Told,' 'Fresh Kills')

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'An indie gem that showcases the best of the borough…the festival has become a hub for the area’s indie film scene.'
​— INDUSTRY MAGAZINE
'A.R.T.S.Y Magazine wouldn’t keep our mission intact if the Art of Brooklyn Film Festival wasn’t number one on our list.' — A.R.T.S.Y. MAGAZINE
'Pumping out groundbreaking content… AoBFF sets itself apart from the traditional Brooklyn film scene in so many ways.' — GIRLS ON FILM (London)
'A festival for Brooklyn, by Brooklyn and about Brooklyn.' — THE L MAGAZINE
The Art of Brooklyn is a 501c3 non-profit dedicated to the independent film, media and art of Brooklyn, New York and beyond.
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