WORLDFEST- HOUSTON 2021 April 22, 2021

Welcome to WorldFest!

As we emerge from the shadows of last year, we celebrate the 54th year of our film festival and reflect on the many lessons at hand realizing that our mission of spotlighting emerging cinematic talent is as important as ever.
In this year of introspection, isolation and social unrest, these films and the stories they tell connect us globally and offer understanding. From our humble beginnings in Atlanta in 1961 as an International Film Society and growing to make Houston our eventual home, we believe that the mantra of “A good story, well told” continues to serve us and the independent filmmaker very well.

WorldFest-Houston is highly respected around the word for its dedication to honor that mantra and to maintain our “Fierce Independence…!” This particular year, WorldFest presents an abbreviated program yet still an exciting cornucopia of cinematic projects. These films entertain, enlighten and educate discriminating audiences. We feel this year is one of our very best!

Our dedicated staff and volunteers have labored many long hours to produce WorldFest 54 for you. Film festivals mean many different things to people. A festival is discovery, it is growth, it is excitement, it is opportunity. We meet filmmakers from all over the world, as they share their remarkable & amazing cinematic stories. Some of their efforts reach us on a very profound level, some entertain us, some challenge us and some thrill or chill us to the bone. While some of our discoveries will go on to great success and acclaim, others may only live on in our collective memories.

So now, we glimpse for a brief, bright moment the rare and wonderful cinematic creations that are ours to enjoy. Cherish these special stories and unique moments in time. We have labored earnestly to bring you this delightful offering of cinematic stories.

Please, enjoy the show…!

Warmest regards

Hunter Todd Director & Founder
Kathleen Haney Program Director