Hosted at The Regent Theatre, a 106-year-old classic cinema house in Arlington (Boston), MA, with showcase screenings on Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach, Florida, The Lonely Seal International Film, Screenplay and Music Festival showcases “stories aching to be told”.

The festival puts a special focus is put on female filmmakers, as well as the LBGTQIA, minority, indigenous and disabled filmmakers. The festival prizes include showcases for worldwide buyers at Cannes, cutting-edge websites, prominent placement on a new crowdfunding platform, final draft software, strategic advice, and other career-enhancing gems.

Steven Hoffen’s short documentary, Growing Peace in the Middle East will be screened at The Lonely Seal Festival during October 5-10, 2022.