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Catch cinematic excellence at the 2026 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival, April 10-12, 2026, at the Collins Road Theatres, 1462 Twixt Town Rd, Marion, IA 52302.
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We truly appreciate the kind words, Gregory! It was a pleasure to screen “After Ike: A Journey That Changed America”. Filmmakers, the final deadline to submit is Dec 22nd!
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December 11, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Serena, thank you for sharing “Baby Doll” with CRIFF and our audiences!
Filmmakers, the final deadline to submit is Dec 22nd!
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December 9, 2025 at 12:02 AM
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Thank you so much Michael! It was an honor to be able to show Counterfeit.
Filmmakers, the final deadline to submit is Dec 22nd!
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December 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Happy Fun Fact Friday! Reminder that the final deadline to submit your film is December 22!
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December 6, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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Visit Santa Village at Hawkeye Downs and watch film favorites from Iowa filmmakers! This event runs from December 5th through December 21st on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
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December 5, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Happy Giving Tuesday! Help us celebrate filmmakers from Iowa and around the world, who are all connected to our state. By supporting the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival, you support their journeys. Donate now at https://crifm.org/get_involved/ to help us reach more Iowa filmmakers.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:05 PM
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Giving Tuesday is coming up! Help us celebrate filmmakers from Iowa and around the world, who are all connected to our state. [https://crifm.org/get_involved/] to help us reach more Iowa filmmakers.
#CedarRapidsIndependentFilmFestival #CRIFF #ThisIsIowa #CedarRapids #MarionIowa
November 29, 2025 at 10:01 PM
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CRIFF is thankful:
For our Iowa-connected filmmaking community.
For faculty, staff and students
To be celebrating our 25th anniversary.
That Iowa is a Film Festival State
For the donors and grants that fund our 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
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November 27, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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There are so many movies in theatres this week! So, tell us which one are you most excited for…👀🍿👏
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November 22, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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Happy Fun Fact Friday! 🍿⭐
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November 22, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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The IF Workshop recap! Thank you filmmakers🍿⭐
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November 20, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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Thank you again to everyone that came to the IF Workshop! Reminder that the regular deadline to enter your film is Monday, November 17 😄
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November 17, 2025 at 1:31 AM
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Happy Fun Fact Friday! 🍿⭐
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November 14, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Happy Fun Fact Friday! 🍿⭐
#CedarRapidsIndependentFilmFestival #CRIFF #FilmFestival #FilmFestivals #IndieFilm #Filmmaker #IndependentFilm #IowaFilmmaking #FilmFestivalCircuit #ThisIsIowa #IowaFilm #CRIFF2026 #MidwestFilmmaking #CedarRapids #MarionIowa #CollinsRoadTheatres #FilmFestival2026
November 14, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Throwback to our IF Workshop speakers and their work that has screened at CRIFF!
Lee Ross, Bruce James Bales, and Kevin Shepherd!
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November 14, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Thank you to our speakers and everyone who attended The IF Workshop! #CedaRrapidsIndependentFilmFestival #CRIFM #TheIfWorkshop #CedarRapidsIndependentFilmmakers #IowaFilm #ThisIsIowa
November 13, 2025 at 3:31 AM
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Reminder that the regular deadline to enter your film is Monday November 17!
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November 12, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Come get your answers this weekend at the IF Workshop! Tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crifm-filmmaking-workshop-tickets-1778797333709?aff=oddtdtcreator
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November 8, 2025 at 2:03 AM
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Happy Film Fact Friday! There is some discussion on whether Roundhay Garden Scene is truly the first moving picture or if it’s The Horse in Motion (1878). What are your thoughts?
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November 7, 2025 at 11:02 PM
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The IF Workshop, presented by Cedar Rapids Independent Filmmakers is Sunday, November 9, 1-4:30 p.m. at the Hotel at Kirkwood Center in Cedar Rapids.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/crifm-filmmaking-workshop-tickets-1778797333709?aff=oddtdtcreator
November 2, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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Happy Spooky Film Fact Friday👻 Have a great Halloween and don't forget the next deadline is November 17! 🎃

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October 31, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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Happy Halloween! 🎃👻🍿What's your favorite scary movie this year? 👀

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October 31, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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The Cedar River Film Festival takes place October 31st and November 1st at the Oster Regent Theatre in Cedar Falls. Tickets are available on their website at MYCFCT.ORG
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October 27, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Let’s settle this — best horror villain of all time? 👀 #SpookySeason #CRIFF2026
October 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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Happy Film Fact Friday 😎 and a friendly reminder that the next deadline for film entries is Nov. 17!
#CedarRapidsIndependentFilmFestival #CRIFF #FilmFestival #FilmFestivals #IndieFilm #IowaFilmmaking #FilmFestivalCircuit #ThisIsIowa #IowaFilm #CedarRapids #MarionIowa #FilmFestival2026
October 24, 2025 at 11:02 PM