Editorial

The Middleburg Film Festival Turns 10

This year the Middleburg Film Festival celebrated its 10th Anniversary. The annual film festival, launched in 2013, has screened countless films over the last decade that have inspired and informed audiences. From “Nebraska” to “A Woman King”, the festival never fails to offer a wide variety of films that challenge stereotypes and foster discussions. Located in the serene town of Middleburg, Virginia every October, the festival quickly developed a reputation for showcasing an impressive lineup of films, special events, and conversations – its 10th Anniversary did not disappoint. The 10th-year celebration bought together another remarkable and talented array of filmmakers like Rian Johnson, Gina Prince Bythewood, Ryan white, and a host of other notables and special programming. Here are a few highlights:

Middleburg Film Festival Founder Sheila Johnson and Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Haynes
A Conversation with Gina Prince Bythewood – Gina Prince Bythewood is the recipient of this year’s Anges Varda Trailblazing Film Artist Award
“Telling Our Stories Panel” with documentary filmmakers Sacha Jenkins, Ryan White, and Margaret Brown. The filmmakers were joined on the panel by Dr. Carla Haynes and narrative film director, J.D. Dillard.
Creative Collaborators Award recipients Screenwriter Rian Johnson and Editor Bob Ducsay
State of the Industry Panel Sponsored by the Motion Picture Association
Acclaimed Film Editor Terilyn Shropshire during her Editing Masterclass & Conversation