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THE REEL DEAL FILM FESTIVAL
WE DON'T CARE ABOUT YOUR LABELS.
IT'S ABOUT THE FILM.
Do you identify as a Filmmaker? Then log into Film Freeway and hit submit. If you like watching films, time to sign out of your streaming platform and leave the house. The Reel Deal Film Festival offers a captivating cinematic showcase, bringing together independent filmmakers and avid moviegoers to celebrate creativity and storytelling - in person - the way movies are meant to be seen. With a selection of thought-provoking and visually stunning short films and features, including the gems from our student filmmaking clubs, curated by a panel of judges representing directors, professors, industry leaders, film enthusiasts and even a few students, a menu of emerging talent is born. Unique narratives challenge conventions and ignite conversations. Be inspired and entertained as The Reel Deal Film Festival brings hidden gems of the indie film world to Volusia County. By participating, you support the At-Risk Teen Outreach of The Reel Film Foundation.
Rosies 2023
Audience Awards
Documentary Long Form
The World’s Best Film
Joshua Belinfante
Documentary Short Form
The Militiaman,
David Peter Hansen
Drama
Welcome to Forever
John Gray
Comedy
I Have to Tweet that
Jake Allen
Faith based
Anima
Jennifer Jessum
PSA
The Real Impact
Daniel Blu Cervantes
Faith Based Film
Anima
Jennifer Jessum
Festival Special Awards
Voice of the Voiceless Award
Finding Courage
By Kay Rubacek
The Earth and its Creatures Award
Manatee Rescue: Last Stand of a Florida Treasure
Riverside Conservancy & Red Rock Films,
Emerging Filmmaker
JOHNNY CASSIDY
Authenticity, the Musical USA
Film School Standout
It’s Over, Florida State University
Charlee Andelman, Director
Cinematography Award
Moonlight Serenade
Ruslan Aknov, Russia
6-12th Grade Student Filmmaker of the Year
Axe Soup, Screenplay by Candido Soto, III
Most Creative Title credit
ALL IN
Philippe Vanasse-Paquet All IN 10:50
Canada
Heart of the Festival
Alexa Sheehan
Festival Director's Best of Festival 2023
As they say, when it's the best written, best acted, and best edited, it's the Director...
Welcome to Forever, USA 9:22
Directed by John Gray
Drama, Short
Directors' Showcase Trailer 2023
Submissions Are Closed For 2024.
Selected Films' Directors Have been Informed.
We are moving to a screening series and dates will be announced of your particular program throughout the year. Please be patient as we make this transition and complete the logistics of programming.
