Selma Cinema Festival

We’re hosting our inaugural Selma Cinema Film Festival – a three-day celebration of film as a catalyst for social change. The event brings together filmmakers, industry professionals, and anyone who just appreciates a good movie! Join us for this exciting lineup of films, workshops, and panel discussions designed to unite diverse audiences and spark meaningful conversations.

Enjoy an array of feature short and feature-length films that explore themes of social justice, environmental stewardship, cultural heritage, community resilience and more. Screenings will take place in historic downtown Selma, including Foot Soldiers Park Auditorium located in the newly renovated Selma Times-Journal building, the old Walton Theatre which used to host vaudeville shows in the early 1900s and cultural center ArtsRevive.

Films will be judged by our esteemed panel:

• B.K. Fulton, CEO of Soulidify Productions
• Omar Turner, CEO Binns Media Group
• Kati Fernandez, ESPN Senior Director/Development Lead
• Loki Mulholland, Foot Soldiers Park Board Member and Filmmaker/Producer
• Toni Toney, Alabama Artist and Educator
• Donovan Duncan, Foot Soldiers Park Board Chair and Executive Vice President for Urban Strategies, Inc.

Interested in attending the festival?

Register now and secure your spot for an unforgettable experience. This incredible event is free to attend. So don’t miss out!

Experience Selma Tour

Date: April 4, 2025
Time: 10am – 12pm
Starting location: 1018 Water Avenue, Selma, AL
Tour price: $50

As part of the film festival, on April 4, 2025, in collaboration with the Creative Placemaking Conference, we are also offering a unique opportunity to tour Selma and learn about the city’s history and its pivotal role in American civil rights.

Discover the hidden history of the Civil Rights Movement in Selma. An original foot soldier will share their firsthand account of the struggle for voting rights, offering a unique perspective on this historical moment. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!