23rd Annual Garden State Film Festival Starts Thursday, March 27 – Sunday, March 30 | Asbury Park, NJ

The Garden State Film Festival (GSFF), New Jersey’s premier celebration of independent cinema, promises an immersive showcase of films for its 23rd year. Honoring New Jersey’s rich legacy as the birthplace of film, GSFF serves as a dynamic platform where filmmakers, industry powerhouses, and passionate cinephiles converge for a disinguished cinematic experience.

From Thursday, March 27 through Sunday, March 30, the Garden State Film Festival brings the magic of cinema to Asbury Park and Cranford, transforming them into a dynamic hub for film lovers. In four days, you can enjoy over 200 films and film industry events from 16 countries across 9 venues. The festival offers an unforgettable experience filled with captivating screenings, insightful panel discussions, live podcasts, celebrity arrivals, networking opportunities, and so much more—making it a must-attend celebration of cinema.