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Founded in 1994 in North Carolina, Cucalorus Film Foundation is an inclusive, sustainable, global community of independent media artists – building financial and creative careers through project funding, workforce development programs, project development support, exhibition, education, and residencies.
Cucalorus centers storytellers and media makers as dynamic contributors to engagement and impact in the world.
The countdown is on for the 32nd annual Cucalorus Film Festival, returning to historic downtown Wilmington November 19–22, 2026. Whether you're a filmmaker ready to share your work, a business looking to support the arts, or a film lover eager to experience one of the Southeast's most unique cultural events, now is the time to get involved.
