2026 Intercollegiate Film Festival
Join us to celebrate Minnesota college filmmakers!
Twin Cities Film Fest is proud to celebrate Minnesota college student filmmaking at the annual Intercollegiate Film Festival!
The Intercollegiate Film Festival recognizes the work of student filmmakers as part of an interconnected statewide film community. The festival provides networking opportunities and juried merit awards of distinction from industry professionals.
Join us for an eventful evening of films, inter-college conversations, and fun!
An awards ceremony will close out the evening, during which we will announce the winners of the festival!
Films:
Brain Rot, by Travis Alajoki - Brain Rot is about consuming too much brain rot.
Cash Out!, by Ian Porter - Facing a dangeous debt, a young man finds himself risking everything while his friend prepares to cross a line to protect him.
Eel Patrol, by Cade Janvrin - A giant eel attacks a beach, and there's only two dudes that can save the day: The Eel Patrol!
Experimental Essay, by Grayson Tenor - An iconoclastic subversion on Catholicism.
Inheritance, by Caleb Welsch - In the aftermath of his father's death, Tony Bendetti, a young mob leader, must navigate his family dynamic when a dark secret is revealed.
Light Snack, by Peter Rudolph - Astro the astronaut tries his absolute hardest to retrieve his microwavable popcorn from the cold depths of outer space.
Mister Robinson, by Max Jacobson - Town favorite, Mister Robinson, goes on his morning walk, greeting everyone as he goes to the local hardware store to pick up some supplies. Little does the town know what really goes on behind closed doors...
Oxsolate — “Hailstorm”, by Colin Vatsveen - A music video for “Hailstorm” by OXSOLATE.
Picture Day, by Kyle Xiong - Picture Day follows a self-admitted over-thinker, as she navigates the micro-anxieties of choosing the perfect outfit and directing her social world while getting ready for school.
Pinhole at the Edge of the Earth, by Julia Curry - A young photographer contemplates the subject and purpose of her work as she reconnects with a neglected personification of her own artistic “eye.”
The Purr-fect Crime, by Nash Hoover - In this noir comedy short, grizzled private eye Sam Slater is dragged from his smoky, bourbon-soaked office into a case unlike any other: a missing cat named Mr. Tibbles.
The Trainer, by Braden Williams - The Trainer is a short profile of Cam Krugerud, founder of Thumos Fitness. We follow him through his personal workout routine as we hear his story of overcoming trauma, discovering faith, and helping others.
Willow, by Birch Carlson - An animated short about a ghostly fox who just wants to be seen.
Ya Chupó Faros (To Bite The Dust), by Nico Gomez Fisher - Death comes for a soul whose life is flashing before their eyes.
Representing the following colleges/universities:
Augsburg University, Hennepin Technical College, Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD), Minneapolis Community Technical College (MCTC), University of Minnesota, & University of Northwestern St. Paul
When and Where:
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Edina Mann Theatre, 3911 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55424
Schedule:
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Registration
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Red Carpet Interviews and Photos; Networking
7:00 pm - Screening of the films, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and an awards ceremony
Tickets:
Tickets are $15 (before taxes and fees) and include the film, networking, and post-screening Q&A.
(TCFF Members receive a 50% discount.)
Plenty of free parking in the nearby ramps!
🎬 About TCFF: The Twin Cities Film Fest (TCFF) is a nonprofit arts organization in Minneapolis, dedicated to showcasing independent cinema from Minnesota and beyond. Each October, the 10-day festival features documentaries, narrative features, and shorts, both in-person and online, highlighting studio films and local talent while connecting filmmakers with audiences and industry professionals. TCFF also offers educational panels, a red carpet, filmmaker/celebrity guests, a lounge for mingling, sponsor activations, and more! Beyond the festival, year-round programs include educational initiatives, mentorship opportunities, and networking events. Committed to storytelling that inspires and fosters community, TCFF celebrates film’s power to provoke thought and spark conversation. Learn more at twincitiesfilmfest.org or become a member to access year-round perks!
Join us to celebrate Minnesota college filmmakers!
Twin Cities Film Fest is proud to celebrate Minnesota college student filmmaking at the annual Intercollegiate Film Festival!
The Intercollegiate Film Festival recognizes the work of student filmmakers as part of an interconnected statewide film community. The festival provides networking opportunities and juried merit awards of distinction from industry professionals.
Join us for an eventful evening of films, inter-college conversations, and fun!
An awards ceremony will close out the evening, during which we will announce the winners of the festival!
Films:
Brain Rot, by Travis Alajoki - Brain Rot is about consuming too much brain rot.
Cash Out!, by Ian Porter - Facing a dangeous debt, a young man finds himself risking everything while his friend prepares to cross a line to protect him.
Eel Patrol, by Cade Janvrin - A giant eel attacks a beach, and there's only two dudes that can save the day: The Eel Patrol!
Experimental Essay, by Grayson Tenor - An iconoclastic subversion on Catholicism.
Inheritance, by Caleb Welsch - In the aftermath of his father's death, Tony Bendetti, a young mob leader, must navigate his family dynamic when a dark secret is revealed.
Light Snack, by Peter Rudolph - Astro the astronaut tries his absolute hardest to retrieve his microwavable popcorn from the cold depths of outer space.
Mister Robinson, by Max Jacobson - Town favorite, Mister Robinson, goes on his morning walk, greeting everyone as he goes to the local hardware store to pick up some supplies. Little does the town know what really goes on behind closed doors...
Oxsolate — “Hailstorm”, by Colin Vatsveen - A music video for “Hailstorm” by OXSOLATE.
Picture Day, by Kyle Xiong - Picture Day follows a self-admitted over-thinker, as she navigates the micro-anxieties of choosing the perfect outfit and directing her social world while getting ready for school.
Pinhole at the Edge of the Earth, by Julia Curry - A young photographer contemplates the subject and purpose of her work as she reconnects with a neglected personification of her own artistic “eye.”
The Purr-fect Crime, by Nash Hoover - In this noir comedy short, grizzled private eye Sam Slater is dragged from his smoky, bourbon-soaked office into a case unlike any other: a missing cat named Mr. Tibbles.
The Trainer, by Braden Williams - The Trainer is a short profile of Cam Krugerud, founder of Thumos Fitness. We follow him through his personal workout routine as we hear his story of overcoming trauma, discovering faith, and helping others.
Willow, by Birch Carlson - An animated short about a ghostly fox who just wants to be seen.
Ya Chupó Faros (To Bite The Dust), by Nico Gomez Fisher - Death comes for a soul whose life is flashing before their eyes.
Representing the following colleges/universities:
Augsburg University, Hennepin Technical College, Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD), Minneapolis Community Technical College (MCTC), University of Minnesota, & University of Northwestern St. Paul
When and Where:
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Edina Mann Theatre, 3911 W 50th St, Edina, MN 55424
Schedule:
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Registration
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Red Carpet Interviews and Photos; Networking
7:00 pm - Screening of the films, followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers and an awards ceremony
Tickets:
Tickets are $15 (before taxes and fees) and include the film, networking, and post-screening Q&A.
(TCFF Members receive a 50% discount.)
Plenty of free parking in the nearby ramps!
🎬 About TCFF: The Twin Cities Film Fest (TCFF) is a nonprofit arts organization in Minneapolis, dedicated to showcasing independent cinema from Minnesota and beyond. Each October, the 10-day festival features documentaries, narrative features, and shorts, both in-person and online, highlighting studio films and local talent while connecting filmmakers with audiences and industry professionals. TCFF also offers educational panels, a red carpet, filmmaker/celebrity guests, a lounge for mingling, sponsor activations, and more! Beyond the festival, year-round programs include educational initiatives, mentorship opportunities, and networking events. Committed to storytelling that inspires and fosters community, TCFF celebrates film’s power to provoke thought and spark conversation. Learn more at twincitiesfilmfest.org or become a member to access year-round perks!
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Edina Mann Theatre
3911 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
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