Camp Film Fest: Where the Future of Filmmaking Takes Center Stage

For years we’ve been told the future of film will only come from major studios and exclusive boardrooms - that you need the right connections and deep pockets to make it big.

But that’s wrong. The future of film is happening right now - in bedrooms, backyards, and parking lots. All over the world, filmmakers with crews made up of friends, full film studios that fit in our pockets, and limitless creativity are turning big ideas into even bigger stories. If Tarantino or Spielberg were starting today, they’d be making films on their phones, too.

This generation didn’t wait for permission. They found their voices online. And now we’re helping them bring those voices to the big screen.

Welcome to Camp Film Fest

Camp Film Fest is an experiment in what’s possible when you give internet-born filmmakers the tools and resources to think bigger.

We’ve partnered with Creator Camp to bring together 12 incredible young filmmakers who started online, each with a bold vision and a story only they can tell. For 100 days, they’ll be writing, shooting, and editing their films in hometowns all over the world. Some are working with full crews for the very first time. All of them are pushing their craft to new heights, with the support of producers and mentors who believe in their vision.

After 100 days, these films will make their debut at Camp Film Fest - a two day celebration of new-age filmmaking. Think of it as a modern-day Sundance for online creators, where fresh voices and bold stories will take center stage. It’s a space to connect, learn, and experience the future of filmmaking before it hits the big screen.

The Future is Now

Patreon was born from a simple idea: creators shouldn’t need permission from anyone to share their work with the world. That’s how we started - helping musicians, podcasters, and artists turn passion into something sustainable. Now, we’re bringing that same spirit to the next generation of filmmakers.

The future of film isn’t coming from inside Hollywood - it’s already happening, all around you, right now.

Be A Part of It

Join 1,200+ creatives at the Paramount Theater in Austin, TX, April 26–27 for two days of bold films, hands-on workshops, and live music celebrating the future of filmmaking.

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