In this IFP Review, we’re talking about Filmfort, the film festival that takes place in Boise, Idaho as part of Treefort Music Fest.
Filmfort is a little different from a standard film festival because it exists inside a much larger citywide arts festival. While films are screening, downtown Boise is also full of bands, comedians, podcasters, drag performers, artists, tech events, beer events, yoga events, and festivalgoers moving between venues.
That changes the whole experience.
Instead of only screening for other filmmakers, Filmfort gives indie films a chance to play for a wider arts-focused audience. That means stronger audience energy, more varied feedback, and a networking environment that extends beyond the usual film festival crowd.
In this review, we talk about the filmmaker experience at Filmfort, including communication, screenings, audience turnout, venues, tech, networking, travel, downtown Boise, and who we think should submit. We also get into one important caveat: Filmfort does not give out awards, so it may not be the right fit if your main goal is building laurels.
But if you have something weird, experimental, offbeat, or a little hard to categorize (and you want it in front of a lively arts audience) Filmfort may be a very strong festival to consider.
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