For the first time Sidewalk Film Festival’s initial lineup features all women-directed films

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Sidewalk Film Festival 2022 (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

The 26th Annual edition of Birmingham’s Sidewalk Film Festival is making history or should we say her-story.

For the first time, Sidewalk is leading with six films all directed by, led by and focused on women.

The first six titles unveiled for the festival are:

  1. “Chaperone” – Directed by Zoe Eisenberg 
  2. “No One Asked You” – Directed by Ruth Leitman
  3. “A Song for Imogene” – Directed by Erika Arlee
  4. “Maya and the Wave” – Directed by Stephanie Johnes
  5. “The World According to Allee Willis” – Directed by Alexis Spraic
  6. “Welcome Space Brothers” – Directed by Jodi Wille

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Named one of the “Top 25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World” by Moviemaker magazine, this year’s festival will take place August 19-25 across several venues in and around Birmingham.

“Our event has become renowned for its commitment to showcasing diverse voices and stories. This year’s selection continues that tradition by offering a compelling glimpse into the world of women-led filmmaking. From powerful documentaries to compelling narratives, each film brings its own unique perspective that promises to engage, inspire and excite viewers.”

Chloe Cook, Sidewalk Film Center + Cinema Executive Director

Passes now on sale

In addition to the announcement of the women-directed films, Sidewalk launched the sale of its VIP and Weekend Passes, which are now available for purchase.

Do you have a favorite Sidewalk memory? Tell us on Instagram by tagging us at  @bhamnow!

Pat Byington
Pat Byington

Longtime conservationist. Former Executive Director at the Alabama Environmental Council and Wild South. Publisher of the Bama Environmental News for more than 18 years. Career highlights include playing an active role in the creation of Alabama's Forever Wild program, Little River Canyon National Preserve, Dugger Mountain Wilderness, preservation of special places throughout the East through the Wilderness Society and the strengthening (making more stringent) the state of Alabama's cancer risk and mercury standards.

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