Cinema Spotlights
Alabama Film Spotlight
Alabama might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think about filmmaking, but the craft is alive and well in the deep south. These are films that were either shot in Alabama, were made by an Alabama-based filmmaker, or utilize Alabama cast and crew- sometimes all three. WE WANT TO THANK OUR 2025 ALABAMA FILM SPOTLIGHT SPONSOR, SOUTHSTATE BANK
Black Lens Film Spotlight
Black Lens Film Week aims to shine a light on some of the most outstanding feature narrative and documentary films produced by and starring people of color. The Black Lens Film Week will highlight new innovative films and celebrate some familiar classics as well. It’s our intention that the films shown as a part of this program reflect the diversity of the black experience in America, both past and present.
Women in Film Spotlight
Sidewalk’s Women In Film Spotlight Series will feature important, innovative, and influential films directed or written by women. This celebration of Women in Film will acknowledge the important artistic and technical contributions made by females in the industry. In addition to the first run and retrospective film screenings, the week will offer related panels, workshops, networking, and social activities, creating space for the entire community, filmmakers, and audiences alike and celebrating Women in Film.
SHOUT Film Spotlight
Sidewalk’s SHOUT LGBTQ+ film week showcases features, documentaries, and short films that explore issues and situations involving the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer communities.
Festival de Cine Spotlight
Una semana de exploración cinematográfica sobre el cine, la historia, el arte y la vida en español. A week-long cinematic exploration of Spanish language film, history, art, and life.
Jewish Film Spotlight
Sidewalk Jewish Film Week is a cinematic exploration of Jewish culture, history, art, and life in Israel.