Join Us For The Next Faith-Based Film Festival!
3RD ANNUAL CATHOLIC INDIE FILM FESTIVAL
Join Industrious Family Films at a Faith-Based Film Festival, set to take place at the Roxy Theater in beautiful Cascade, Idaho.
The date is set for October 13th-17th, 2025.
At this getaway celebration of independent, faith-driven filmmaking, you’ll experience wholesome Catholic films crafted by talented filmmakers. But that's not all! The organizers are looking at other fun activities to do throughout the week-long event. Ideas for what this could look like include:
- Opportunities to network with other filmmakers in person
- Relax in the Idaho hot springs with rustic and conventional options
- Ice skate at McCall's Manchester Ice and Events Center
- Zip line with Zip McCall Adventures
- Visit Payette Lake at Art Roberts Park
- Learn about Idaho history at the Central Idaho Museum
This event is only feasible if we get 100 individuals to express interest in coming at and 10 films submitted, so let us know if you’re in!
Be Part of the Experience!
We’re looking forward to making the next festival bigger and better, building on the success of our previous two years. Our 2024 festival was a hit, with these top films leading the way:
2024 Award Winners:
- Nefarious by Cary Solomon & Chuck Konzelman – 1st Place Overall
- The Last Guardian by David Szemborski – 2nd Place Overall
- "Christmas" by Faustina Bowen – 3rd Place Overall
- Secrets of the Saints in the End Times by Joe McClane – 1st in Documentaries, 4th Overall
- Elimination Trailer by David Szemborski – 1st in Trailers, 5th Overall
Film Categories:
Music Videos
Short Films
Feature Films
Documentaries
Trailers
Itinerary:
Monday, October 13th: Arrival, relaxing at hot springs and dinner at The Cutwater.
Tuesday, October 14th: Free day: plan an activity to go on. Options are zip lining or visiting the lake. Price for admission is on you this day. Evening film screenings at the Roxy Theater to kick off the festival.
Wednesday, October 15th: Full-day screenings from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner and awards at the Central Idaho Museum.
Thursday, October 16th: Ice skating and bumper cars: enjoy getting to know the filmmakers! Dinner is served at the rink.
Friday, October 17: Leisure breakfast and departure.
Prizes:
First Place: $1000
Second Place: $500
Third Place: $250
1st in Category: $100
Ready to Submit a Film?
We're accepting film submissions now! Films will be pre-judged on a point system, and winners will be announced at the festival. We are also taking votes for our activities. Want to be part of the next festival’s competition? Join our mailing list to stay informed when submissions open for the next festival!
Festival Packages:
FESTIVAL PACKAGE OPTIONS:
- Entire Festival (5 day event) - $500
- Entire Festival + Film Submission - $380
- Film Submission ONLY - $60
Note: Accommodation and transportation are not included. Attendees are responsible for arranging their own lodging.
Want To Attend As A Filmmaker? Register Today!
Excitement is Building for the Next Faith-Based Film Festival!
Are you looking forward to the next Industrious Family Faith-Based Film Festival? We certainly are! After the success of our first event in May 2023, we’re eager to bring you another incredible experience again.
This festival is more than just a showcase of positive, faith-filled entertainment from independent filmmakers across the United States—it’s a community celebration. You’ll have the chance to:
- Enjoy films that uplift and inspire
- Meet filmmakers and fellow film enthusiasts face-to-face
- Participate in an exciting awards ceremony that honors the best in independent faith-based cinema
Curious about last year’s lineup? Click on the image to the right to view the full program!
Experience More at the Next Festival!
Nefarious Showing At The Blue Fox Theater for the Industrious Family Film FestivalAt the 2024 festival, we were thrilled to screen a wide variety of films. From inspirational saint stories like The Martyrdoms of Saints Cyprian and Justina and Day of Glory to compelling documentaries like Secrets of the Saints in the End Times, our attendees had plenty to enjoy.
We even featured music videos, such as "Christmas", and ventured into new genres with the highly acclaimed horror film Nefarious.
This year promises to be even more exciting, with new submissions that continue to uphold the values and passion that make faith-based filmmaking so special.
Join Us at the Next Faith-Based Festival—We Can't Wait to See You!
One of the highlights of this event is meeting filmmakers, actors, and fans who share a love for creating and enjoying wholesome entertainment. Each year, our crew looks forward to reconnecting with old friends and making new ones. Whether you’re submitting a film or attending as a fan, you can be sure this will be a festival like no other.
At the Industrious Family Film Festival, you can relax knowing that every film has been carefully curated to reflect the best in faith-based storytelling. You won’t have to worry about being surprised by any inappropriate content here!
Rebuilding the Art of Filmmaking—Together
Faith-based filmmaking is at the heart of everything we do. Our passion for creating films that celebrates virtue, and continues to grow, and we can’t wait to share what we’ve been working on. The next festival will be our best yet, and we’re confident you’ll love what’s in store.
We hope to see you there—let’s celebrate together!