🎬 ATLANTA… YOU ARE NEXT! 🔥
Indie Night Film Festival is coming to the ATL on May 9, 2026 hosted by Dave Brown and Award Winning Actor, Morris Chestnut. Sponsored by Lily Black Entertainment
📍 Tara Theatre
2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd, Atlanta, GA 30324 May 9, 2026
✨ 1PM Red Carpet
🎥 2PM – 4:30PM Showtime
👉🏽SWIPE for details
Thank you to our community partners @morehousefilmfest and @Spelman and @cau1988 for spreading the word!
🎬 FILMMAKERS — THIS IS YOUR MOMENT.
We are still accepting submissions for Atlanta. Get your work seen on the big screen, connect with industry creatives, and be part of a growing platform.
🎟️ Secure your tickets + submit your film today:
👉 IndieNightff.com
Why wait once a year to be seen… and miss all this work in between. When you can be seen now at INDIE NIGHT!
#IndieNightFF #AtlantaFilmmakers #SubmitYourFilm #DaveBrown MorrisChestnut
SeeYouAtTheMovies
🎬 INDIE NIGHT IS ON THE ROAD!!!
The city with the most submissions is next…
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ATLANTA | DALLAS | NEW YORK | D.C. | MIAMI | HOUSTON | CHICAGO | TORONTO | Weekly in LOS ANGELES
See you this Saturday, March 28th at the TCL Chinese theater in Hollywood, CA as we close out Women’s History Month with another great line up of films selected.
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✨ Filmmakers, this is your moment.
📍 Your city could be next on the Indie Night tour.
✔️Tag a filmmaker. Share with your network.
🎞️ Submit your films now:
IndieNightff.com
🎬 We’re coming to a city near you.
We know you’ve heard about Indie Night… now it’s time to experience Indie Night. Let’s go!!-Founder @Davebrownusa
Sponsorship & Press Inquiries:
📧 [email protected]
Partner with a growing film movement
#IndieNightFF
#IndieNightFilmFestival
#IndieNightOnTheRoad
Music Credit: Heard About Us by The Carters
The Foundation by Ivyanna Serene
ATTENTION ALL FILMMAKERS!🚨
Submissions are open for SEASON 12!
Show your work and BE SEEN at Indie Night FILM FESTIVAL!
Indie Night Film Festival offers a weekly experience for industry creatives to screen short-films, premiere full features, monologues, documentaries, web-series, tv-series, and new this year -AI films.
To submit your films go to Indienightff.com🎥🎞🎬
We look forward to seeing you at our next screening! Saturday, March 8th 2025!
“Why wait once a year to be seen and miss all this work in between”. - Dave Brown
#submissions #season12 #indienight #filmfestival #shortfilm #filmcommunity #fullfeaturefilm #filmcamera #filmphotography #artist #art #love #filmpilot #films #filmmaking #hollywood #webseries #filmmaker #actress #filmisnotdead #director #filmtrailer #monologues #like #davebrownusa #djqnice
Chasing your dreams means thinking BIG. ✨🎬
This weekend, Indie Night made history —
Two Cities. Same Day. One Experience.
From Atlanta to Los Angeles, we celebrated the power of independent cinema, storytellers, and dreamers who dared to create.
Imagine Indie Night in 12 cities at the same time.
Imagine one global experience connected through film, culture, and community. 🌍
So tell us… 👀
What city should Indie Night visit next?
Comment below ⬇️
ATLANTA SHOWED UP FOR INDIE NIGHT 🎬🔥
This past Saturday, Indie Night Film Festival made its highly anticipated return to Atlanta for the second time — and the energy in the building was undeniable.
Hosted by acclaimed actor Morris Chestnut, the event brought together filmmakers, actors, producers, creatives, and film lovers from all over the city for an unforgettable night of independent cinema, networking, and culture.
Under the vision of Dave Brown, Indie Night continues to expand across the country, creating a national platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase their work in major cities while connecting independent talent directly to industry opportunities.
The Atlanta showcase featured an incredible lineup of films from rising creators, proving once again that some of the most powerful storytelling in the world is coming from independent voices.
From the red carpet arrivals to the packed theater audience and post-show conversations, the turnout exceeded expectations and confirmed that Atlanta’s film community is thriving stronger than ever.
“Indie Night was built to give filmmakers a real platform and take the culture city to city,” said Dave Brown. “Atlanta continues to show incredible love, incredible talent, and incredible energy every time we come.”
With successful events already building momentum in multiple markets, Indie Night Film Festival is continuing its expansion nationwide — bringing Hollywood-level exposure directly to creators in their own cities.
More cities. More films. More opportunities.
The movement continues.
🎥 Submit your films now at:
#IndieNightFilmFestival #IndieNight #Atlanta #MorrisChestnut #DaveBrownUSA IndependentFilm FilmFestival BlackHollywood ATLFilm Filmmakers Cinema Hollywood AtlantaEvents MoviePremiere FilmCommunity
A night I’ll never forget. ✨🎬
Attending the @indienightff official premiere of @ahouseleftbehind at the Iconic Chinese Theatre in Hollywood was such an incredible honor. Being trusted with Hair, Makeup & Men’s Grooming for a project this powerful reminded me exactly why storytelling through film is my greatest passion.
So grateful to @dontrellgee , @mrgilj , @jessvcarson & the entire cast, crew, and every single person who helped bring this masterpiece to life. Independent film is truly magic created by a village of artists. 🤍
This story is beautiful, emotional, and deeply human… and I cannot wait for the world to experience it.
Follow @AHouseLeftBehind for release updates. 🎥
#AHouseLeftBehind #IndieFilm #ChineseTheatre #GlamByNicholeRay #FilmFestival
Indie Night Film Festival “Negotiation” it was a hit the place was packed. Thanks for those who came out to support the short film. Thank you Dave Brown and Morris Chestnut for your support as well
🎬 LOS ANGELES ARE YOU READY?! 🎬
While Founder Dave Brown and Morris Chestnut host Indie Night in Atlanta, we are excited to officially announce that the legendary DJ Q Nice will be hosting our Los Angeles experience!
🔥 FIRST TIME EVER
TWO CITIES • SAME DAY • ONE EXPERIENCE 🔥
Join us in Los Angeles for an unforgettable evening celebrating independent filmmakers, creatives, actors, and storytellers from around the world.
📍 TCL Chinese Theatre
6925 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA
🎟️ May 9th
Red Carpet: 2PM
Showtime: 3PM
Get your tickets now at
indienightff.com
🔒 After party details will be announced after the show for attendees only.
#IndieNight #Davebrownusa #DJQNice #Hollywood #IndieNightFilmFestival FilmFestival IndependentFilm TCLChineseTheatre DaveBrown
🎬 FIRST TIME EVER 🎬
TWO CITIES • SAME DAY • ONE EXPERIENCE
The is making history on May 9th with simultaneous experiences in Atlanta and Los Angeles — bringing filmmakers, creatives, and culture together in two iconic cities for one unforgettable day. I hope you are in the house TODAY!!
✨ Atlanta hosted by
Dave Brown & Morris Chestnut
✨ Los Angeles hosted by
DJ Q Nice
Expect an incredible showcase of independent film, special guests, networking, and powerful moments celebrating storytellers from across the country.
🎟️ Tickets available now at
indienightff.com
🔒 After party details will be announced after the show for attendees only.
#IndieNightla #IndienightAtlanta #Davebrownusa #LosAngelesEvents #MorrisChestnut DaveBrown FilmFestival IndependentFilm TwoCitiesOneExperience
LA! Tomorrow’s (5/9) the day! Our short film will premiere at the TCL Chinese Theater @ 3:15pm tomorrow part of Indie Night Film Festival film selections! Get your tickets in the link in bio or IndieNight’s website.
Red carpet at 2pm-3pm. 📸
Experience this story with us live. 🎥
#ahouseleftbehind #shortfilm #indienightff
Still figuring out your Mother’s Day weekend plans? 💐🎬
Bring Mom to Indie Night Film Festival + the After Party Mixer!
Celebrate the Mother’s Day weekend with great films, amazing people, and an unforgettable experience with Dave Brown & Morris Chestnut.
📍 Tara Theatre
📅 May 9, 2026
⏰ Red Carpet & Check-In: 1:00 PM
🎥 Showtime: 2:00 PM SHARP
📍 Tcl Chinese Theatre
📅 May 9, 2026
⏰ Red Carpet & Check-In: 2:00 PM
🎥 Showtime: 3:00 PM SHARP
🎟️ Tickets & Details:
IndieNightFF.com👉🏽 link in bio
After Party location details will be shared with attendees. ✨