Gatffest Film Festival

13 years. 30+ unforgettable films. One night to relive the stories that shaped a legacy. 🎬✨ GATFFEST Rewind is here. Step back into the moments that moved us, inspired us, and defined Caribbean storytelling. From award-winning short films to immersive art displays, this is more than a screening — it’s a celebration of cinematic impact. 📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026 ⏰ Starts at 2PM 📍 Confucius Institute 🎟️ JMD $5,000 Get your tickets at cari-flo.com 🍿 #GATFFEST2026 #GATFFESTRewind #FilmFestival #CaribbeanCinema #IndependentFilm

🎬 We’ve made a small revision to the GATFFEST 2026 festival schedule but continue to look forward to exciting screenings, workshops, international showcases and unforgettable film experiences across multiple venues 🍿✨ 📌 Please note: Colombian Film Night has been moved to June 4 at 8 PM. Everything else on the schedule remains the same. Grab your tickets now at CARI-FLO.COM 🎟️🔥 #GATFFEST #GATFFEST2026 #FilmFestival #CaribbeanCinema #InternationalCinema

Get ready for unforgettable nights of Jamaican and international cinema, award-winning films, emerging filmmakers and powerful storytelling on the big screen. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the experience — secure your tickets now at CARI-FLO.COM! 🔥 Want the full experience? Grab our All-Access Pass for just $15,000 and enjoy entry to: 🎞 GATFFEST Rewind 🌍 International Film Night (Reels 1, 2 & 3) 🇯🇲 Jamaican Film Night (Reels 1 & 2) One pass. Every moment. The complete GATFFEST experience. 🎟✨ #GATFFEST2026 #TicketsOnSale #FilmFestival #CaribbeanCinema #JamaicanCinema

Hit rewind on the moments that mattered ⏪🎬 From unforgettable scenes to powerful storytelling—experience the magic all over again. #GATFFEST2026 #GATFFESTRewind #CinemaMoments #FilmHighlights

Where stories meet community 🎥✨ We’re opening GATFFEST 2026 with a night that celebrates connection, culture and the power of film to bring people together. #GATFFEST2026 #CommunityFilmNight #FilmForAll #CaribbeanCinema

Where stories come alive on screen 🎞️✨ The countdown is on for GATFFEST 2026—where stories from around the world meet right here. Don’t miss your chance to experience film, creativity and community all in one place. #GATFFEST2026 #FilmFestival #CaribbeanCinema #UWI #FilmLovers

🎬✨ Lights, Lens, Legacy! ✨🎬 On March 26, 2026, the conversation around Caribbean storytelling took centre stage at UWI Research Day 2026, as part of the Faculty of Humanities and Education’s dynamic presentation. Under the compelling theme “Sustaining Caribbean Cinema: The Role of Film Festivals in a Changing Landscape,” this powerful panel brought together some of the region’s creative forces shaping the future of film. 🎥 The discussion featured: • GATFFEST Film Festival Director, Savannah Peridot • Producer/Director and JAFTA President, Nadean Rawlins • Filmmaker/Animator and Senior Consulting Officer at the Jamaica Film Commission, Kevin Jackson • Cinematographer & Syklark Film Festival Director, Gareth Cobran 🎤 Expertly moderated by Dr. Lisa Tomlinson, Deputy GATFFEST Film Festival Director and Head of the Department of Literatures in English, Faculty of Humanities and Education, UWI Mona. From insightful dialogue to bold ideas, the panel explored how film festivals continue to fuel Caribbean cinema—championing creativity, amplifying voices, and adapting to an ever-evolving industry. 🌍🎞️ This is what GATFFEST is all about—creating space for stories, sparking conversations, and shaping the future of Caribbean film. #caribbeancinema #uwi #researchday2026

Step into the reel magic… 🎬✨ Dust off your finest, mark your calendars, and get ready for a cinematic throwback like no other. GATFFEST Film Festival 2026 is coming and it begins with GATFFEST Rewind! Get ready for bold stories, timeless vibes, and unforgettable nights under the spotlight. Save the date. The projector is warming up… #gatffest2026 #GAFFESTRewind #savethedate

CALL FOR JURY APPLICATIONS — GATFFEST 2026 🎬 Help shape the official selection of GATFFEST Film Festival 2026. Join our Pre-Selection Jury and view, evaluate, and support outstanding short films from around the world. We welcome applications from: • Filmmakers • Film students & educators • Critics, programmers & film professionals • Passionate supporters of short films ℹ️ This is a voluntary, unpaid role. Jurors generously contribute their time in support of independent cinema and emerging filmmakers. 📩 To apply to join the jury, send an email expressing interest to [email protected] on or before January 16, 2026. #filmfestival #jamaica #jury #application

New Year 🎞️✨ As the countdown fades and a new reel begins, we step into 2026 with gratitude and anticipation. Here’s to bold stories, fresh perspectives, and the magic that happens when creativity meets community. Happy New Year from the GATFFEST Film Festival. #happynewyear #2026

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at the Centre for Community Outreach and Development, UWI Mona! ✨🎄 As we reflect on 2025, we’re grateful for a year of service, resilience, and meaningful impact. From supporting over 500 residents through community programmes, empowering youth and fathers, expanding creative and educational opportunities, to celebrating powerful storytelling through the GATFFEST Film Festival—this year reminded us of what’s possible when community comes first. We are deeply thankful to our donors, volunteers, partners, and sponsors whose generosity made every initiative possible. In moments of challenge, including the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, your support helped us stand with communities as they rebuilt and moved forward together. As we look ahead to the new year, we remain committed to integrating communities, transforming lives, and expanding our reach across Jamaica. From our CCOD family to yours, we wish you a joyful Christmas, a peaceful holiday season, and a bright New Year filled with hope, unity, and new opportunities. ❤️🎄 #uwi #merrychristmas🎄 #servingcommunities

🎄✨ This season, we’re trimming the tree with the stories that moved us in 2025. Thank you to the filmmakers who lit up our screens and to the audiences who shared the journey. Wishing you a Merry Christmas filled with light, warmth, and unforgettable cinema. 🎬 We’ll see you in May & June 2026. #merrychristmas🎄 #happyholidays