HARD FAITH FESTIVALS
Annual & Regional Festival Events
Four Day Hollywood, CA | Conference Fest Event | June 25-28, 2026
Two Day Hard Faith Fest | New York City | December 4 & 5 2026
More Events To Be Announced Soon
SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN
HARD FAITH FEST
NEW YORK CITY
ABOUT HARD FAITH FEST
What is Hard Faith Fest?
Hard Faith Fest is dedicated to showcasing films that tell stories of liberation, resilience, and the human experience. Our mission is to provide a platform for independent filmmakers, screenwriters, and artists to share their unique perspectives and connect with a diverse audience. Through the power of storytelling, we aim to inspire, educate, and provoke meaningful conversations.
146 days to the eventJun 25, 2026, 10:00 AM PDT – Jun 28, 2026, 7:00 PM PDTLos Angeles, 1089 N Oxford Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029, USA
308 days to the eventDec 04, 2026, 10:00 AM – Dec 05, 2026, 11:00 PMNew York, Manhattan, NY 10036, USA
Submissions
1200
Screenings
80
Awards
40
Speakers
20
FOURTH ANNUAL HARD FAITH FEST HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA
Four Days of Cinematic Celebration
25 June 2026
28 June 2026
Hard Faith Fest is a four-day cinematic celebration that brings together filmmakers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts from around the world. Join us for a memorable experience filled with film screenings, panel discussions, and networking events. Immerse yourself in the art of storytelling and experience the magic of cinema.
FESTIVAL TAKES PLACE
in the heart of
June 25-28 2026
FOUR DAY EVENT
Thursday June 25 Screenings & Studio Prayer Walk
Friday June 26 Festival Screenings & Pitch Fest, Concerts
Saturday June 27 Screenings, Workshops & Red Carpet Awards Show
Sunday June 28 Hard Faith Church Worship Morning, Send Off
HARD FAITH FEST NYC
SECOND ANNUAL EVENT
Hard Faith Fest - NYC | TWO Day Event | Times Square | December 4 & 5 2026
Hard Faith™ has started its first east coast annual event in NYC. The theme of the second Winter event is "He Shall Reign". This is a two day event and gathering of faithful creatives in the heart of New York City. Hard Faith™ mission is "Telling Stories That Liberate"
Submissions are now open. See you in the Big Apple.
HARD FAITH FEST
NEW YORK CITY
Congratulations to our 2025 Hard Faith Fest –
NYC Award Winners:
BEST ACTOR: Peter Jones – "Unexpected"
BEST ACTRESS: Kathy Paterson – "Daisy"
BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: Robert John Rivera Jr. – "The Chosen Ones"
BEST DIRECTOR: Jesse Hutchins – "Bereavement"
BEST SCORE: William Allen Jones – "Away"
MUSIC VIDEO: "Daughter of God" Music Video – Warren Fast
STUDENT FILM: "The Crow" – Jenna Snow Grant
EXPERIMENTAL: "Vessel of Love: A Prelude" – Michaiah Smoots, Deborah Smoots
TELEVISION: "Bible College" – Jason Munden
SCREENPLAYS:
1st Place: "Nickel On The Grass" – Marty Richard
2nd PlaceL "Faith, Hope, & Grace" – Wayne D. Burdette Jr., Christan van Slyke
3rd Place: "Who Is Zarrah" – Jaclyn Whitt
Honorable Mention: "It Is Well With My Soul" – Rachel Soland, David Maegraith
SHORT FILMS:
1st Place: "Daisy" – Stephanie Danielle Haff
2nd Place: "Life After" – Autumn Libengood
3rd Place: "The Chapel Door" – Aleksa Ristovic
Honorable Mention: "The Penitent" – Luke Mancari
DOCUMENTARY: "Mercy at the Gates" – Dan Tarrant
FEATURE FILM: "One More Time" – Peter James Lengo
BEST PITCH JURY: "Have You Seen Her" — Desiree Monae
BEST PITCH AUDIENCE: "Street Saints" — Brett Collier
Congratulations to all our winners and finalist Official Selections.
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HFF NYC AWARD WINNERS
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