Fort Myers Film Festival (Sunday, May 24)

Fort Myers Film Festival (Sunday, May 24)

$ 10-12
Sun, May 24, 2026 • 12:00 PM—4:00 PM

About this event

TICKET LINKS BELOW: Non-Member General Admission: $12.00 per screening AFTA Member General Admission: $10.00 per screening   12:00 – 1:30 PM UFTA Shorts Block Jimmy On The Rocks – Episode 1 “Will That Be All” by Jeff Frey (30m), where a man inherits a bar from his estranged father and discovers an unexpected sense of purpose. Binding by Benjamin West (6m), in which a girl discovers a pair of glasses that transport her into the worlds of the books she reads. One Dolar by Ernesto Lasso de la Vega (3m 37s), weaving together three interconnected stories tied to a single dollar. Booked by Nathan Wallace (20m 4s), following a struggling entertainer determined to break through in a competitive industry. Tapestry: Have U Seen the Stars 2Nite? by Nick N Smeloff (7m 36s), a visually expressive story of heartbreak, blind trust, and self-destruction. Safe Haven by Max Radtke (8m), a student documentary reflecting on protest, identity, and personal perspective. PURCHASE TICKETS   1:45 – 2:45 PM Cinema for Change Shorts Block Call It What It Is by KT Curran (23m), where students share candid reflections on modern bullying and its evolving psychological impact in today’s world. Sunday Mornings at the Beach by Tim Reid and Aaron Hosé (9m), captures a moving cross-border ritual of worship and unity at the U.S.–Mexico border wall, offering a quiet yet powerful statement on connection and resilience. Flight 823: Homage to Heroes (27m) tells the gripping true story of two pilots who, faced with catastrophic engine failure, made the ultimate sacrifice while attempting to land on I-75 during rush hour—an act of courage that saved countless lives. PURCHASE TICKETS   3:00 – 4:00 PM Miles, Morale and Memories: Bob Hope and World War II (Feature Documentary) Step back in time with this engaging documentary that highlights the power of entertainment during one of history’s most challenging eras. Miles, Morale and Memories: Bob Hope and World War II by Tim Gray (1h 00m) chronicles Bob Hope’s legendary wartime tours, bringing laughter and comfort to American troops across global battlefronts. PURCHASE TICKETS   VOLUNTEER! Ushers & Concessions needed. To volunteer for this event, please select the link below.

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Alliance for the Arts

Connecting art, culture and community in southwest Florida since 1975.