Manifest Network Short Film Showcase

An intimate evening of independent short films, filmmaker Q&A, and community in the DMV. Real stories. October 24.
About this Event

Manifest Network Short Film Showcase
October 24, 2026 · Station 3510 · Mount Rainier, MD

Manifest Network is a DMV-based film collective dedicated to building community through the art of short film — and this is where it starts.

Our inaugural Short Film Showcase is an intimate evening of curated independent short film screenings, filmmaker Q&A sessions, and genuine community. 50 guests. Handpicked films. Real conversations about storytelling, craft, and what it takes to get a film made.

This is not a multiplex. It is not a streaming queue. It is a room full of people who showed up because they care about independent film and the voices behind it.

What to expect:

• 6:00 PM — Doors open / networking reception
• 7:00 PM — Film screenings begin
• 9:00 PM — Post-screening networking

Tickets: $25 general admission · Seating is limited to 50 guests

Filmmakers: Submissions are still open through September 30, 2026. Submit at filmfreeway.com/ManifestNetworkShortFilmShowcase — $35 per film, includes one complimentary ticket to the showcase.

Location: Station 3510 · 3510 Rhode Island Ave, Suite 100 · Mount Rainier, MD 20712

Manifest Network — Building community through the art of short film.
manifestnetworkdmv.com · @ManifestNetworkDMV

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