Save the Dates! The 12th Annual Big Eddy Film Festival (BEFF) in Narrowsburg is just around the corner– Thursday, September 28th through Sunday, October 1st.

As the seasons shift, this year’s Festival offers the perfect way to enjoy a crisp autumn weekend in the Catskills. Much like the eponymous Big Eddy, the deepest part of the Delaware River, join us as we dive into the year’s most daring and brilliant independent films.

BIG EDDY SNEAK PEAK - HIGHLIGHTS

September 23 - BEFF SOUNDCHECK*

Enjoy a free screening of LITTLE RICHARD: I AM EVERYTHING (2023, Magnolia Pictures) in the Event Gallery at Bethel Woods on Saturday Evening, 9/23. Advance registration is suggested; doors open at 6 PM, screening at 7 PM with an incredible panel to follow. Presented in partnership with Bethel Woods, the documentary tells the story of the Black queer origins of rock n’ roll, exploding the whitewashed canon of American pop music to reveal the innovator – the originator – Richard Penniman. Registration is available on the Bethel Woods website. *pre-festival event

September 28 - BEFF IGNITE!

Join us Thursday Evening, 9/28, for a BITE! Enjoy a vibrant food event followed by a screening of LA BRIGADE (2022, Samuel Goldwyn Films) and engaging discussion with creatives and local chefs. We’re raising funds and awareness for A SINGLE BITE, the Sullivan County non-profit dedicated to promoting farm-to-table nutrition. Location TBA.

September 30 -  FAMILY PROGRAMMING

New for this year, BEFF is offering two new family programs that speak directly to kids, teens, and tweens.

Saturday morning, 9/30, kickstart your day with “Kids Make Film” at the Tusten Theatre, showcasing young artists from the area. Kids are then invited to dive into a hands-on experimental ANIMATION WORKSHOP, where participants will directly draw on transparent film, creating a mesmerizing array of colorful dancing abstractions. Spots for the workshop are limited; advance reservations are required. 

Saturday afternoon, 9/30, after the workshop, bring your teens and tweens for a Sullivan County premiere of STRAIGHT/CURVE (2017, Rocofilms), the groundbreaking body positivity documentary that swept the globe. We are THRILLED to engage in the discussion with our panel featuring plus size supermodel Robyn Lawly, agent Becca Thorpe, and star of the film Anastasia Garcia with producer and local Jess Lewis. Moderated by former Rockette Amanda McCormick. 

October 1 -  SEXY BREAKFAST! 

On Sunday morning, 10/1, we are Bringing Sexy Back...breakfast, that is. This sold-out event was the most fun and flirty of the Festival in 2022. The program of SEXY SHORT FILMS will be sure to butter your biscuits. Pajama-themed costumes are encouraged, so dress in your finest robe and slippers and sashay over to the Narrowsburg Union for trivia, short films, and SEXY BREAKFAST. Stay tuned for details on the mouth-watering menu and fabulous prizes. This is definitely an R-rated event.