Join us for inspiring stories of our community!

Now in its 16th year the Community Stories Film Festival, presented by Docs In Progress, is dedicated to showcasing local stories by local filmmakers.

A celebration of independent documentary filmmaking, Community Stories unites filmmakers, cinephiles, and community members for three days of screenings, filmmaker Q&As, and conversations.

EMERGING FILMMAKERS

John F. Nicoll Pipe Band - dir. Ben Murawski [5:00 Min.]

Dedicated members of a local bagpipe band march forward despite a dwindling membership.

Kil and the Kids - dir. Ethan Baker [11:08 Min.]

An advocate for DC youth teaches kids to find strength in the face of trauma.

The Emcees of MC: The Underground Music Scene of Montgomery County, MD - dir. Tiger Maldonado [27:21 Min.]

Key figures in Montgomery County’s underground hip-hop scene amplify the importance of their vibrant community.

Dual Citizens - dir. George W. Campbell [12:34 Min.]

Three Nicaraguan-American artists from the Washington D.C. Metro area discuss growing up in two cultures and how it influences their art.

Join us for a post-screening Q&A with the filmmakers!

Get your tickets here!