📽️ INFO 📽️

• • Films are due Friday, February 21st, 2025

    • Submit films here

  • Teachers must be the ones to submit student films

  • We are looking for students' work from the 2024 Calendar year. Submissions must be films made for a class within the Spring 24', Summer 24" and Fall 24' semesters.

  • Teachers must complete a separate submission form for each student's work if submitting multiple.

  • All types of films are accepted. Awards are given in the following 4 categories:

    • Best Narrative Film

    • Best Documentary Film

    • Best Broadcast Journalism Film

    • Best Animation/Music Video/Experimental Film

Since 2019, The Best of PPS Film Festival has featured films by students across Portland Public Schools. Hosted at the historic Hollywood Theatre and judged by a panel of industry insiders and professionals, the Best of PPS Film Fest is a night of celebration and creativity. Don't miss young filmmakers screen their work and jumpstart their careers–join us!

May 21st, 2025, festival start at 7pm, but other events start at 5:30pm! ⏲️

5:30 - 6:30 PM: Attend the Film Pathways Fair to learn more about college & career options in film

6:30 - 7:00 PM: Grab concessions and find your seat! 

7:00 - 9:00 PM: Enjoy the Best of PPS Film Festival! 

The Hollywood Theatre 

4122 NE Sandy Blvd

Portland, OR 97212