SUBMISSIONS NOW CLOSED!
Judges are now reviewing the films and making programming decisions. Check back soon for more information, and put April 26th on your calendars to come see us in person or online starting at 6:30pm!
PREFERRED SEATING AVAILABLE
KINO is a free event open to the public, but based on audience feedback, we have begun offering a select number of preferred seats so that people traveling in can guarantee a seat. Your preferred ticket guarantees you a comfy and premium seat in the middle of the theater with the best views possible. Preferred tickets are $10 and are available until Wednesday, April 24th, through our venue’s website at the link below!
KINO t-shirt design
PICK UP A KINO T-SHIRT
T-shirts are available for pre-order until April 10th at the link below! If you miss the deadline, there will be a select few available at the event!
The goal of Kinofest has always been to showcase and support short films and filmmakers in the Pacific Northwest. We accept projects of any genre from across the spectrum in skill level - professional, hobbyist, and student. We want to support the art of filmmaking in the PNW, bringing the community together for an evening of films and discussion.
Our roots stemmed (and continue to grow) from the University of Idaho and its students in the Broadcasting & Digital Media Production and Film & Television degree programs. Each year, UI students in the Advanced Film Production classes plan, write, direct, and produce their own original short films. Student films cover a myriad of genres and often span a range of talents and abilities. Kinofest has always been the venue to bring an audience to their work.
The festival was founded in 2001 by former University of Idaho faculty member Hans Rosenwinkel. Beginning in 2016, Kino opened up the festival to regional filmmakers, producers, and directors, as well as other University of Idaho students and alumni.
20+ YEARS STRONG.
