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Round Top Film Festival is returning for its third year and, new this year, the non-profit is broadening its mission by launching its first-ever youth summer camp.
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As RTFF enters its third year, the nonprofit is expanding its mission with the launch of its first-ever Summer Youth Film Camp, taking place June 8–14, 2026. Led by award-winning filmmaker Nell Teare, the “Making the Short: Script to Screen” program will give students hands-on filmmaking experience, mentorship, and creative development opportunities. One student-produced short film will also be selected to screen at the Third Annual RTFF Gala on September 18, 2026, ahead of the Round Top Film Festival’s return November 12–15, 2026.
Round Top Film Festival and youth summer program
This summer the Round Top Film Festival will be hosting its first ever summer filmmaking camp, “Making the Short: From Script to Screen” for students ages 13 to 18 who are interested in film, storytelling, writing, or creative collaboration with limited spots available.
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The smallest incorporated town in Texas, with approximately 90 residents, Round Top is well known for its annual antique markets. To further establish Round Top as a cultural destination, Shanna launched the Round Top Film Festival with a highly successful first year slate that was fueled by their highly successful kickoff gala that successfuly drew film patrons from around Texas.
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Round Top Film Festival Announces 2025 Main Slate Lineup
The Round Top Film Festival (RTFF), returning for its highly anticipated second annual edition from November 6–9, today unveiled its official 2025 film slate. This year’s lineup showcases a dynamic mix of narrative features, documentary films, shorts, and episodic selections, continuing RTFF’s tradition of bold programming that brings together cinematic excellence with the charm of a uniquely Texan setting. Kicking off the festival is the opening night film Adult Children, a sharp, emotional dramedy starring and produced by native Texan Thomas Sadoski, who will be in attendance to receive the Lone Star Storyteller Award.
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The smallest incorporated town in Texas, with approximately 90 residents, Round Top is well known for its annual antique markets. To further establish Round Top as a cultural destination, Shanna launched the Round Top Film Festival with a highly successful first year slate that was fueled by their highly successful kickoff gala that successfuly drew film patrons from around Texas.
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