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Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
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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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As we wind up 2026 (you still have a few hours), here's a flashback. Eric stopped drinking butter. 
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December 22, 2025 at 9:36 PM
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Reasons for why you should submit👀 Reminder that the final deadline to submit your film is December 22! #CedarRapidsIndependentFilmFestival #CRIFF
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December 22, 2025 at 3:16 AM
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Happy Fun Fact Friday🍿⭐ Reminder that the final deadline to submit your film is December 22! Enter your film here: https://filmfreeway.com/CRIFF 

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December 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Thank you so much Nik, and thank you for sharing "The Negro Artist" with us and the audience! Filmmakers, the final deadline to submit is Dec 22nd! Enter your film here: https://filmfreeway.com/CRIFF 

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December 18, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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It was our pleasure to show “Sew Lucky”! Thank you for sharing your work with us Hannah. Filmmakers, the final deadline to submit is Dec 22nd!

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December 16, 2025 at 5:03 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 12, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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Throwback to the Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival (CRIFF) 2014.
A nostalgic look back at a memorable year for storytelling and creativity. Thank you to everyone featured in this video for contributing to the festival’s impact and legacy #TBT #CRIFF
December 12, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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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.
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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