2025 Screenwriters Lab: Submissions

The HamptonsFilm Screenwriters Lab champions the artistic visions of up-and-coming filmmakers from around the world.  Submissions are now closed for the 25th edition.* November 14, 2024: Earlybird Deadline December 5, 2024: Regular Deadline December 19, 2024: Late Deadline January 16, 2025: Extended Deadline* April 4-6, 2025: Screenwriters Lab *Note: If you have been affected by […]

Mary Heilmann: Film, Talk, Poster Reveal at the Parrish

At the 2023 Hamptons International Film Festival, we were honored to screen the World Premiere of MARY HEILMANN: WAVES, ROADS & HALLUCINATIONS, directed by Matt Creed. Now, a year later, the HIFF 2024 official poster features artwork from local artist Mary Heilmann. On Friday, August 30, at 6:00pm, join us for a special encore screening […]

2024 SummerDocs Series Announced

Our fan favorite SummerDocs series is back for a 16th season with a stellar selection of films, curated by Artistic Director David Nugent and Chairman Emeritus Alec Baldwin. Screening in East Hampton, these nonfiction gems will be followed by conversations with acclaimed filmmakers and guests. Tickets are on sale now, and members receive a discount. […]

2024 Screenwriters Lab a Success!

Our 24th Annual Screenwriters Lab took place over the weekend, where we were thrilled to welcome our talented fellows Chheangkea, Agnes Skonare and Sarah Mokh, our invaluable mentors Celine Song, Michael Covino and Bart Freundlich, and all the guests who heralded these new voices with us. Mentors and fellows arrived at the Huntting Inn on […]

2024 Screenwriters Lab Mentors + Participants

For the 24th year, the annual HIFF Screenwriters Lab (April 5-7, 2024), will pair rising screenwriters with established screenwriters, directors, and creative-producers for a weekend of one-on-one mentoring sessions. An intimate gathering taking place each spring in East Hampton, the Lab fosters emerging talent with these film industry veterans advising the participating fellows on their […]