More about the Festival

BendFilm is an independent Oregon film festival in the truest sense – rugged, brilliant, daring, adventurous, fun, and engaging. Academy-qualifying and one of the “25 Coolest Festivals in the World,” BendFilm is located in the wondrous mountain town of Bend, OR and has been showcasing some of the best independent films in the Pacific Northwest and beyond for 21 years. BendFilm is an imaginative and thought-provoking organization who is also the operator of a microcinema, the Tin Pan Theater. Bend is a culture-loving community that shares your passion for creative arts.

Our Festival screenings are intimate, allowing you immediate access to the next best filmmakers. It’s hosted in a number of local theaters including a historic movie theater downtown, a state-of-the-art cinema, inside a craft brewery, a chic performance venue, and our very own Tin Pan Theater. If you are an indie film advocate or are just looking for a one-of-a-kind experience, our festival and theater in Bend, Oregon is well worth it.

If you are new to the festival, take a minute to read the “Frequently Asked Questions” above or the “Ways to See the Festival” below for information on how it all works.