Feelin' Good & Foolin' Around: Comedy Cinema Night

Kick off the weekend with an unforgettable night of comedy, cinema, and community.

AVL Film is thrilled to partner with Carrboro Film Fest to bring six outstanding regional comedy shorts to Asheville from filmmakers traveling from Atlanta, Wilmington, Raleigh, and beyond.  This playful collection spans comedy, romance, and the wonderfully unexpected.

Whether it's a buddy-heist adventure, a shy aspiring dominatrix, or a sweet bicycle love story, these films are sure to deliver plenty of laughs, a few squirms, and maybe even a tear or two. 🎞️ 😂

Before the screening, enjoy live music by Nicholas Colavito (81 Drifters), an improv performance by Dad Bod, and after the films, stick around for an in-person Q&A with several of the featured filmmakers.

Whether you're a filmmaker or simply love discovering great stories, this is your chance to laugh, connect, and celebrate the incredible creative talent coming out of the Southeast.

Feeling inspired after Friday night's screening?

Join us the very next morning - July 25th - for a hands-on workshop called Narrative Short Films: From Script to Festival

Award-winning filmmakers Erika Arlee (Honey Head Films) and Madison Hatfield (Anonymous Content) will walk you through the entire filmmaking journey from writing your script and producing your film to directing actors, navigating the festival circuit, and finding your audience.

Hosted by Darryl Jones of High Dive Studio, this intimate workshop is designed for filmmakers at every stage of their journey. Learn key insights on how to write, produce, direct and promote narrative shorts, including where to find your audience. No matter your experience, this workshop is designed to empower filmmakers of all levels to not just dream their film– but to build their film.

And because every great creative morning starts with good fuel, your ticket includes fresh Drip Coffee and delicious Joey's Bagels, so come hungry, get caffeinated, and be ready to create.

Space is limited to just 20 participants, so reserve your spot early! Bagels provided courtesy of Joey's Bagels!

Save Money and Make it a full weekend of Film!

Join us Friday for an evening of award-winning short films, then dive deeper on Saturday with our hands-on filmmaking workshop.

🎬 Film Screening — $20
🎥 Workshop — $30
⭐ Weekend Pass — $40 (That's $10 off when you experience both events!)

Why Spotlight

Spotlight exists to support indie filmmakers, create space for shared learning, and remind us that film is best experienced together. Whether you’re early in your career or deeply seasoned, this is a room where your presence matters.