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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T193000
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SUMMARY:Screening: 'Remnants' // American Documentary and Animation Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original documentary short Remnants will screen on Saturday\, March 28\, at 7:30 p.m. at the American Documentary and Animation Film Festival in Palm Springs\, California. One of the largest documentary and animated film festivals in the United States\, the festival showcases acclaimed films from around the world and attracts leading voices in nonfiction and animation. Learn more about the festival here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-remnants-american-documentary-and-animation-film-festival/
LOCATION:Camelot Theatres (inside the Palm Springs Cultural Centre)\, 2300 East Baristo Road\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T141500
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260218T154425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154425Z
UID:9729-1774701000-1774707300@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Grind' // Garden State Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Grind\, written\, directed\, and produced by MPI filmmaker Mark Apicella\,  will screen at the Garden State Film Festival—one of the East Coast’s most prominent independent film events\, known for its diverse programming and strong community of filmmakers and industry professionals—on Saturday\, March 28\, at 1:15 p.m. in Asbury Park\, New Jersey. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-grind-garden-state-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel – Crystal Ballroom – 2nd Floor\, 1401 Ocean Avenue\, Asbury Park\, NJ\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260305T181115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T181115Z
UID:9813-1774111500-1774116000@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'The Art of Inflation' // Houston Latino Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short The Art of Inflation\, written and directed by MPI filmmakers Brett Wietecha and Tim Hedberg\, will screen on Saturday\, March 21\, at 4:45 p.m. at the Houston Latino Film Festival in Houston\, Texas. One of the largest Latino film festivals in the United States\, the event showcases films from across the Americas and celebrates Latino filmmakers and stories for diverse audiences. \nGet your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-the-art-of-inflation-houston-latino-film-festival/
LOCATION:MATCH – Midtown Arts and Theater Center Houston\, 3400 Main St\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260313T175623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T175623Z
UID:9857-1774094400-1774101600@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Remnants' // Thin Line Fest
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original documentary short Remnants will screen on Saturday\, March 21\, at 12:00 p.m. at the Thin Line Fest in Denton\, Texas. Known as one of the largest documentary film festivals in Texas\, Thin Line Fest brings together filmmakers\, photographers\, and musicians for a multi-day celebration of storytelling and the arts. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-remnants-thin-line-fest/
LOCATION:LensProToGo Theater\, 109 W Walnut S\, Denton\, TX\, 76201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T173500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260305T174651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T174855Z
UID:9806-1773509700-1773516600@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Omaha Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will screen at the Omaha Film Festival on Saturday\, March 14\, at 5:35 p.m. in Shorts Block 9 in Omaha\, Nebraska. Recognized as one of the Midwest’s leading film festivals\, the Omaha Film Festival attracts filmmakers from around the world and is known for showcasing standout independent films and emerging talent. \nGet your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-omaha-film-festival/
LOCATION:ACX Aksarben Cinema\, Screen 4\, 2110 S 67th St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68106\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260303T223908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T223908Z
UID:9786-1773427500-1773435600@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Awesome Con Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will screen at the Awesome Con Short Film Festival on Friday\, February 13\, at 6:45 p.m. in Washington\, DC. Now in its 11th year\, the festival is part of Awesome Con\, one of the largest pop culture conventions in the country\, bringing together thousands of fans and showcasing standout genre films from around the world. Learn more here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-awesome-con-short-film-festival/
LOCATION:Walter E. Washington Convention Center\, 801 Allen Y. Lew Pl NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260305T175956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T175956Z
UID:9809-1773252000-1773259200@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Remnants' // Omaha Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original documentary short Remnants will screen at the Omaha Film Festival on Saturday\, March 11\, at 6:00 p.m. in Omaha\, Nebraska. Widely regarded as one of the Midwest’s premier film festivals\, the Omaha Film Festival brings together filmmakers and audiences from around the world and is known for highlighting standout independent films and emerging talent. \nGet your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-remnants-omaha-film-festival/
LOCATION:ACX Aksarben Cinema\, 2110 S 67th St\, Omaha\, NE\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260308T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260305T154924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T155558Z
UID:9802-1772964000-1772971200@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'The One-Minute Problem' // Festival de Cine de Málaga
DESCRIPTION:MPI Original short The One-Minute Problem\, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Nick Delgado\, will have its world premiere on Sunday\, March 8\, at 10:00 a.m. at the Festival de Cine de Málaga in Spain. One of the country’s most prestigious film festivals\, the event serves as a major international platform for Spanish-language cinema and brings together filmmakers\, producers\, and industry professionals from around the world. \nThe film follows a young scientist on the brink of inventing teleportation. However\, he must outwit an overzealous Department of Water and Power bureaucrat intent on shutting him down before he can perfect his groundbreaking invention and reunite with his family. \nGet your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-the-one-minute-problem-festival-de-cine-de-malaga/
LOCATION:Cine Albéniz\, C/ Alcazabilla\, 4\, Málaga\, 29015\, Spain
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260303T164552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164619Z
UID:9781-1772730000-1772737200@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Grind' // Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Grind\, written\, directed\, and produced by MPI filmmaker Mark Apicella\, will screen at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema on Thursday\, February 5\, at 5:00 p.m. in Idyllwild\, California. Now in its 17th year\, the festival has become a respected destination for independent filmmakers\, drawing hundreds of submissions from around the world and honoring standout films across a wide range of categories. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-grind-idyllwild-international-festival-of-cinema/
LOCATION:The Peak at Tahquitz Pines\, 55251 South Circle Drive\, Idyllwild-Pine Cove\, CA\, 92549\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260303T162321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T163619Z
UID:9767-1772730000-1772737200@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Remnants' // Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original documentary short Remnants will screen at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema on Thursday\, February 5\, at 5:00 p.m. in Idyllwild\, California. Now in its 17th year\, the festival has earned a reputation for championing bold independent films and serving as a launchpad for filmmakers whose work goes on to gain wider industry recognition. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-remnants-idyllwild-international-festival-of-cinema-2/
LOCATION:The Outpost at Tahquitz Pines\, 55251 South Circle Drive\, Idyllwild-Pine Cove\, CA\, 92549\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260303T164148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164148Z
UID:9779-1772719200-1772726400@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up' // Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up\, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Trần Hoàng Calvin\, will screen at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema on Thursday\, February 5\, at 2:00 p.m. in Idyllwild\, California. Now in its 17th year\, the festival attracts hundreds of international submissions annually and is known for celebrating high-caliber independent filmmaking in a competitive\, juried setting. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-shoot-shovel-and-shut-up-idyllwild-international-festival-of-cinema/
LOCATION:The Peak at Tahquitz Pines\, 55251 South Circle Drive\, Idyllwild-Pine Cove\, CA\, 92549\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260303T165058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T165058Z
UID:9784-1772618400-1772625600@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will screen at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema on Wednesday\, February 4\, at 10:00 a.m. in Idyllwild\, California. Now in its 17th year\, the festival attracts hundreds of international submissions annually and is known for celebrating high-caliber independent filmmaking in a competitive\, juried setting. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-idyllwild-international-festival-of-cinema/
LOCATION:The Peak at Tahquitz Pines\, 55251 South Circle Drive\, Idyllwild-Pine Cove\, CA\, 92549\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260303T161718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T164000Z
UID:9764-1772618400-1772625600@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'The Art of Inflation' // Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short The Art of Inflation will screen at the Idyllwild International Festival of Cinema on Wednesday\, February 4\, at 10:00 a.m. in Idyllwild\, California. Praised by The Hollywood Reporter as “The Greatest Little Film Festival on Earth\,” the festival has earned a reputation for spotlighting exceptional independent cinema. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-remnants-idyllwild-international-festival-of-cinema/
LOCATION:The Peak at Tahquitz Pines\, 55251 South Circle Drive\, Idyllwild-Pine Cove\, CA\, 92549\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260210T222914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222914Z
UID:9701-1772391600-1772397000@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Nevermore Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will have multiple screenings at the Nevermore Film Festival in Durham\, North Carolina\, a respected genre festival recognized for its carefully curated lineup of horror\, sci-fi\, and dark fantasy films. Screenings will take place on Friday\, February 27\, at 2:30 p.m.; Saturday\, February 28\, at 12:30 p.m.; and Sunday\, March 1\, at 7:00 p.m. The film will also be available to stream online from February 27 at 12:01 a.m. through March 8\, 2026\, at 11:59 p.m. Secure your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-nevermore-film-festival-3/
LOCATION:The Carolina Theatre of Durham\, 309 W Morgan St\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260302
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260202T212917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T213814Z
UID:9619-1772323200-1772409599@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Deadline: Apply to MPI's Documentary Storytelling Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Applications for the MPI Documentary Storytelling Workshop are now open. This eight-week program is designed for documentarians ready to push their projects further—refining ideas\, clarifying intent\, and strengthening the way their stories take shape on screen. \nLed by MPI filmmaker and Oscar-nominated documentarian Elizabeth Mirzaei\, the workshop provides hands-on guidance from working professionals\, with select projects moving forward to the MPI Production Lab\, where films enter production. The application deadline is March 1 at 11:59 p.m. (PT). Learn more about the workshop and apply here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/deadline-apply-to-mpis-documentary-storytelling-workshop/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260218T145330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T145330Z
UID:9722-1772305200-1772312400@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Grind' // Sedona International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Grind\, written\, directed\, and produced by MPI filmmaker Mark Apicella\, will screen at the Sedona International Film Festival—one of the Southwest’s premier celebrations of independent film\, known for attracting top filmmakers and audiences from around the world—in Sedona\, Arizona\, on Saturday\, February 28\, at 7 p.m. Get your tickets here. \n 
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-grind-sedona-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:Harkins Sedona 6 – Theatre 1\, 2081 AZ-89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T140000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260210T222833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222833Z
UID:9699-1772281800-1772287200@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Nevermore Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will have multiple screenings at the Nevermore Film Festival in Durham\, North Carolina\, a respected genre festival recognized for its carefully curated lineup of horror\, sci-fi\, and dark fantasy films. Screenings will take place on Friday\, February 27\, at 2:30 p.m.; Saturday\, February 28\, at 12:30 p.m.; and Sunday\, March 1\, at 7:00 p.m. The film will also be available to stream online from February 27 at 12:01 a.m. through March 8\, 2026\, at 11:59 p.m. Secure your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-nevermore-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:The Carolina Theatre of Durham\, 309 W Morgan St\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260210T222740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T222740Z
UID:9696-1772202600-1772208000@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Nevermore Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will have multiple screenings at the Nevermore Film Festival in Durham\, North Carolina\, a respected genre festival recognized for its carefully curated lineup of horror\, sci-fi\, and dark fantasy films. Screenings will take place on Friday\, February 27\, at 2:30 p.m.; Saturday\, February 28\, at 12:30 p.m.; and Sunday\, March 1\, at 7:00 p.m. The film will also be available to stream online from February 27 at 12:01 a.m. through March 8\, 2026\, at 11:59 p.m. Secure your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-nevermore-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Carolina Theatre of Durham\, 309 W Morgan St\, Durham\, NC\, 27701\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T131500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260218T144407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T144407Z
UID:9719-1772198100-1772204400@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Grind' // El Dorado Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Grind\, written\, directed\, and produced by MPI filmmaker Mark Apicella\, will screen at the El Dorado Film Festival\, an acclaimed celebration of independent cinema in El Dorado\, Arkansas\, on Friday\, February 27\, at 1:15 p.m. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-grind-el-dorado-film-festival/
LOCATION:South Arkansas Arts Center – Theater\, 110 E 5th St\, El Dorado\, AR\, 71730\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260225T192511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T192511Z
UID:9749-1772197200-1772204400@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'The Art of Inflation' // Sedona International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short The Art of Inflation\, created by MPI filmmakers Brett Wietecha and Tim Hedberg\, heads to the Sedona International Film Festival this week—one of the nation’s premier celebrations of independent cinema\, set against the iconic red rocks of Sedona\, Arizona. The film will screen in Short Block 4 on Wednesday\, February 25\, at 7 p.m.\, and Friday\, February 27\, at 1:00 p.m. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-the-art-of-inflation-sedona-international-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:Harkins Sedona 6 – Theatre 1\, 2081 AZ-89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260218T145528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T145528Z
UID:9725-1772110800-1772118000@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Grind' // Sedona International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Grind\, written\, directed\, and produced by MPI filmmaker Mark Apicella\, will screen at the Sedona International Film Festival—one of the Southwest’s premier celebrations of independent film\, known for attracting top filmmakers and audiences from around the world—in Sedona\, Arizona\, on Thursday\, February 26\, at 1 p.m. Get your tickets here. \n 
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-grind-sedona-international-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:Harkins Sedona 6 – Theatre 1\, 2081 AZ-89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260225T192350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T192350Z
UID:9747-1772046000-1772053200@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'The Art of Inflation' // Sedona International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short The Art of Inflation\, created by MPI filmmakers Brett Wietecha and Tim Hedberg\, heads to the Sedona International Film Festival this week—one of the nation’s premier celebrations of independent cinema\, set against the iconic red rocks of Sedona\, Arizona. The film will screen in Short Block 4 on Wednesday\, February 25\, at 7 p.m.\, and Friday\, February 27\, at 1:00 p.m. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-the-art-of-inflation-sedona-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:Harkins Sedona 6 – Theatre 1\, 2081 AZ-89A\, Sedona\, AZ\, 86336\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T164000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260210T025908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T025908Z
UID:9677-1771686000-1771692000@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up' // Central Michigan International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up\, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Trần Hoàng Calvin\, will have two screenings on Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Library Annex and at 3:00 p.m. at Opperman Auditorium in Park Library at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant\, Michigan\, as part of the official selection of the Central Michigan International Film Festival\, a respected regional showcase known for celebrating emerging filmmakers and bold storytelling. No ticket is required—simply come and enjoy the film. Learn more here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-shoot-shovel-and-shut-up-central-michigan-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:Opperman Auditorium in Park Library at CMU\, 250 East Preston\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48859\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20251126T172418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T174454Z
UID:9336-1771682400-1771689600@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up' // New Generation Filmmakers Forum
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up\, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Trần Hoàng Calvin\, will screen on Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. at the New Generation Filmmakers Forum in Chicago\, Illinois\, a highly regarded program that showcases exceptional emerging filmmakers and innovative short-form storytelling. Trần will also join audiences for a post-screening Q&A. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-shoot-shovel-and-shut-up-new-generation-filmmakers-forum/
LOCATION:The Davis Theater\, Film Block C\, 4614 N Lincoln Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60625\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260221T154000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260210T031527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T031527Z
UID:9682-1771682400-1771688400@thempi.org
SUMMARY:Screening: 'Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up' // Central Michigan International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up\, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Trần Hoàng Calvin\, will have two screenings on Saturday\, February 21\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Library Annex and at 3:00 p.m. at Opperman Auditorium in Park Library at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant\, Michigan\, as part of the official selection of the Central Michigan International Film Festival\, a respected regional showcase known for celebrating emerging filmmakers and bold storytelling. No ticket is required—simply come and enjoy the film. Learn more here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-shoot-shovel-and-shut-up-central-michigan-international-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:Veterans Memorial Library Annex\, 301 S. University Ave\, Mount Pleasant\, MI\, 48858\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T230000
DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
CREATED:20260209T204727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T204815Z
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SUMMARY:Screening: 'Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up' // Beaufort International Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Shoot\, Shovel\, and Shut Up\, written and directed by MPI filmmaker Trần Hoàng Calvin\, will screen on Wednesday\, February 18\, 2026\, at 9:00 a.m. at the Beaufort International Film Festival in Beaufort\, South Carolina—an event known for spotlighting standout independent films from around the world. Learn more about the festival and how to get your tickets here. \n 
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-shoot-shovel-and-shut-up-beaufort-international-film-festival/
LOCATION:USCB\, Center for the Arts\, Block 1\, 805 Carteret St\, Beaufort\, SC\, 29902\, United States
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SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Boston Science Fiction Film Festival & Marathon
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will screen on Saturday\, February 14\, 2026\, at 5:00 p.m. as an official selection of the Boston Science Fiction Film Festival & Marathon in Somerville\, Massachusetts—one of the longest-running genre festivals in the world\, known for championing innovative and imaginative science fiction storytelling. Get your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-boston-science-fiction-film-festival-marathon/
LOCATION:Somerville Theatre\, 55 Davis Square\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
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SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pocket Change' // Dam Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original short film Pocket Change will screen on Saturday\, February 14\, 2026\, at 2:00 p.m. at the Dam Short Film Festival in Boulder City\, Nevada\, a well-regarded event known for highlighting bold independent films from around the world. Purchase your tickets here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pocket-change-dam-short-film-festival/
LOCATION:The Elaine K. Smith Building\, 700 Wyoming St\, Boulder City\, NV\, 89005\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260206T220000
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SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pinball' // Little Shop of Games
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original feature film Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game will screen on Friday\, February 6\, 2026\, at 8:00 p.m. at Little Shop of Games in St. Pete Beach\, Florida\, as part of a three-day celebration marking the true 50th anniversary of the moment that changed pinball forever. \nIn 1976\, Roger Sharpe proved to the New York City Council that pinball was a game of skill—not chance—by calling his shot and nailing it live. That single play helped overturn decades-long bans and saved pinball nationwide. \nGet your ticket here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pinball-little-shop-of-games/
LOCATION:Little Shop of Games\, 5500 Gulf Blvd.\, St. Pete Beach\, FL\, 33706\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260606T193011
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SUMMARY:Screening: 'Pinball' // Markets & Morality at Hope College
DESCRIPTION:The MPI Original feature Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game will screen at a special event hosted by Markets & Morality at Hope College in Holland\, Michigan\, on Monday\, February 2\, at 7:00 p.m. The film’s co-writer-director\, Meredith Bragg\, will take part in a post-screening Q&A. \nBased on a true story\, Pinball follows Roger Sharpe\, a GQ journalist and real-life pinball wizard who\, in 1976\, helped overturn New York City’s 35-year ban on pinball. Learn more about the event here.
URL:https://thempi.org/event/screening-pinball-markets-morality-at-hope-college/
LOCATION:Knickerbocker Theatre\, 86 East 8th Street\, Holland\, MI\, 49423\, United States
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