Adam the First to Kick Off the 21st Oxford Film Festival

‘Adam the First’ to Open 21st Oxford Film Festival

Oxford Announces Festival Headliner

Oxford, Mississippi – The Oxford Film Festival has made an exciting announcement about the opening film for its 21st installment. The renowned film festival, scheduled to take place from March 21st to 24th, has revealed that “Adam the First,” is set to be the open screening movie for this year’s event.

With a rich selection of 120 narrative and documentary features and shorts, the festival also includes innovative experimental films and fresh music videos. Film production panels featuring industry veterans will provide keen insight into the world of filmmaking.

Every day of the festival will conclude with a festive party at the popular Powerhouse Community Arts Center.

The Opening Night Film – ‘Adam the First’

The much-anticipated “Adam the First” which was filmed right here in Mississippi, has accrued quite a buzz. Its renowned director, Irving Franco, will be in attendance along with its stellar cast that includes David Duchovny, Oakes Fegley, and T.R. Knight.

The film will commence at 7:30 p.m. at the Gertrude Ford Arts Center, with the traditional red carpet festivities kicking off around 5:45 p.m. Prior to the film screening, there’ll be a live recording session of Thacker Mountain Radio at the Ford Theater, and a VIP meet-and-greet with Andrew McCarthy.

The opening night will conclude with a grand party at OPA!, a popular local venue, from 9:45 p.m. until midnight.

Ticket Information

For those interested in being a part of this cinematic landmark event, a variety of weekend passes and single-screening tickets for the 2024 Oxford Film Festival are now available for purchase online at the festival’s website.

Festival Support and Acknowledgment

The Oxford Film Festival acknowledges its support from the Mississippi Arts Commission, the National Endowment for the Arts, South Arts, Visit Mississippi, and Visit Oxford. Their contribution greatly assists in making the festival a reality and a success

About Oxford Film Festival

The Oxford Film Festival is a prestigious event that celebrates the art of filmmaking. It provides an exceptional platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase their work. By featuring a diverse range of movies, it offers audiences the unique opportunity to enjoy films that might not be available in cinemas. With a commitment to promoting the arts, the festival enriches the cultural landscape of Oxford and Mississippi.


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