FORT WAYNE, Ind. – The 11th annual Hobnobben Film Festival is back in downtown Fort Wayne, bringing a packed four‑day schedule of independent cinema, hands‑on workshops and community‑focused discussions to the Cinema Center.
Opening night celebrates Indiana filmmakers
Opening night begins Thursday at 5:30 p.m. with a reception in the Cinema Center lobby, followed by a short‑film showcase at 7:15 p.m. The evening culminates with the feature‑length documentary Sincerely, Ric at 9 p.m., a film that spotlights local talent and the power of personal storytelling.
Program highlights
The festival runs Thursday, Oct. 22, through Sunday, Oct. 25, presenting 154 films from nearly 40 countries across 34 screening blocks. Audiences can expect a mix of narrative features, documentaries and short films, with a special emphasis on works by Indiana creators.
In addition to screenings, three public workshops will be offered. Friday’s filmmaker networking event at 5 p.m. provides a chance for local and visiting creators to connect. Saturday’s schedule includes a hands‑on 16 mm filmmaking workshop from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., followed by a session on film budgeting and production planning from 4:15 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Panel discussions address timely issues
Several screenings will be paired with panel discussions that explore topics important to the community. A conversation after the documentary A Little Gray Wolf Will Come will feature Fort Wayne journalists discussing the role of independent and local media in a free society.
Another panel will focus on environmental conservation, featuring filmmakers and representatives from ACRES Land Trust, underscoring the festival’s commitment to stewardship of God‑given creation.
Family‑friendly finale
The festival closes Sunday with a family‑oriented feature, Bob’s Best Friends, about a man who discovers he can communicate with dogs after a serious illness. The film stars Stephen Root, Leah Remini, Judy Greer and Keith David, offering wholesome entertainment for all ages.
Ticket options and venue details
All screenings take place at the Cinema Center, 437 E. Berry St., with workshops held upstairs in the Fort Wayne Dance Collective studios. Day passes are $30 per person. All‑access VIP passes are $150, and a deluxe pass that includes both in‑person and virtual programming is $200.
For a complete schedule, ticket information and additional details, visit the Hobnobben Film Festival website.
Original reporting: WOWO News/Talk (Fort Wayne) — read the source article.
