Established in 1963, the Ann Arbor Film Festival is the oldest avant-garde and experimental film festival in North America. In 2022, the festival featured 37 programs with more than 150 films from almost 40 countries of all lengths and genres, including experimental, animation, documentary, narrative, hybrid, and performance-based works. This evening will feature a special selection of films from that festival. All filmmakers participating on the tour are paid to screen their work, providing direct support to these independent artists. 

$10  General Admission
$8  CMC & Wealthy Theatre Members
$5  Student

Doors: 7:00 PM
Movie: 8:00 PM
Arrive early to learn how to make your own 16mm film loops! With Pickle Fort Film Collective. Materials provided.

Presented by Grand Rapids Film Society & the Pickle Fort Film Collective.

Program One (70 minutes)
Lineup:  https://www.aafilmfest.org/_files/ugd/116737_ef8e4fed44364f4fbee0287b929a208c.pdf

Program Two (72 minutes)
Lineup:  https://www.aafilmfest.org/_files/ugd/116737_3a5366cd642f4ca1adf164d4bb8e3f7a.pdf


The Pickle Fort Film Collective, based out of Grand Rapids, specializes in experimentation with cinema, video, music, art, and 16mm film.

The Grand Rapids Film Society brings together local communities in celebration of the cinematic arts through thoughtful film programming and special events. Providing opportunities and experiences for exploring our shared love of cinema while also encouraging connection and collaboration.


Wealthy Theatre / GRCMC Membership
Become a member of GRCMC & Wealthy Theatre to enjoy full bar access, ticket discounts on select events, and access to media/production education & resources. All while helping support vital community platforms, voices, and the non-profit historic community venue: Wealthy Theatre. Memberships start at $12/year and you can sign up online at: https://www.grcmc.org/membership/why. For faster in-person membership verification, show your membership transaction receipt to WT staff.

Face Masks recommended, but not required. Masks are available for those in need at the box office. Please be mindful & respectful of your neighbors in the auditorium & lobby. Enjoy the show.