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07/10/2025

Introducing Deborah Gross, our 2025 Free Speech Film Festival Judge! As President & CEO of Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts, Deborah is relentlessly advocating for judicial independence, impartiality, and fairness.

Discover her inspiring work to ensure everyone receives justice and how she's redefining civics education to empower future generations. A must-read about a true advocate!

Learn more about her work: https://freespeechfilmfestival.org/2025-free-speech-film-festival-judge-deborah-gross-aims-to-fix-the-courts/

Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts

Meet Deborah Gross, 2025 Free Speech Film Festival judge & President of Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts. Discover her dedication to judicial independence, fairness, and access to justice.

07/04/2025

This Independence Day, let's look beyond the celebrations and reflect on a profound freedom: the independence of thought. 💡 Our latest blog post begins with Emma Lazarus's iconic poem, 'The New Colossus,' exploring how true liberation starts in the mind. Learn how American INSIGHT's mission champions free speech, human rights, and critical thinking to empower voices for change.

Read the full post and join our mission: https://freespeechfilmfestival.org/lighting-the-lamp-of-independent-thought/

Celebrate Independence Day by exploring the profound meaning of freedom: independent thought. This post connects Emma Lazarus's iconic poem to American INSIGHT's mission to champion free speech, critical thinking, and human rights.

06/26/2025

Celebrate June's significant observances through the powerful lens of film! 🗓️ The Free Speech Film Festival proudly presents "June's Vital Voices," a curated selection of films resonating with Immigrant Heritage Month, Juneteenth, Pride Month, World Refugee Day, and Gun Violence Awareness Month.

Dive into poignant narratives that promote freedom, justice, and empowerment. Film is a powerful tool for advocacy and understanding!

Discover the films: https://freespeechfilmfestival.org/junes-vital-voices-films-that-speak-to-social-justice-and-human-rights/

The Free Speech Film Festival highlights five powerful films for June's key observances: Immigrant Heritage Month, Juneteenth, Pride Month, World Refugee Day, and Gun Violence Awareness Month. Discover cinema that champions freedom, justice, and empowerment.

06/17/2025

In a powerful new blog post, filmmaker and Free Speech Award Judge Sunil Kalia offers a deeply personal look at the escalating political polarization, religious intolerance, and severe challenges to press freedom in India.

From the weaponization of religion to the silencing of critical voices, this is a crucial read for understanding the complexities facing one of the world's largest democracies.

Read Sunil Kalia's full insights: https://freespeechfilmfestival.org/india-divided-sweeping-polarization-intolerance-and-division-being-felt-across-politics-religion-and-media/

Filmmaker & Free Speech Award Judge Sunil Kalia exposes growing political polarization, religious intolerance, and press freedom challenges in his homeland, India.

06/10/2025

We're thrilled to feature globally renowned artist Diane Burko, a judge for our 2025 Free Speech Award! In our latest blog post, Diane shares her profound insights on the intersection of art, science, and the environment, and why she believes filmmakers are powerful voices for human rights and free expression. Don't miss her inspiring take on supporting artists who shape our world. Read the full interview: https://freespeechfilmfestival.org/global-artist-and-2025-free-speech-award-judge-diane-burko-advocates-for-freedom-of-expression/

Meet Diane Burko, acclaimed artist & 2025 Free Speech Award judge. Discover her environmental art, passion for free speech, and belief in film's power to influence opinion.

05/22/2025

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the incredible sacrifices made for our freedoms. At the Free Speech Film Festival, we believe these freedoms are best upheld when inspiring stories are told. Our latest blog post spotlights 5 powerful films that beautifully connect remembrance to the enduring power of free expression and the fight for justice.

Read the full post here: https://freespeechfilmfestival.org/memorial-day-honoring-our-heroes-and-free-speech/

Honor Memorial Day with the Free Speech Film Festival. Explore powerful films celebrating freedom, sacrifice, and the enduring power of expression. Get your award ceremony tickets!

04/17/2025

This is the final month to submit your films for the Free Speech Film Festival!
The deadline for submissions is April 30th.
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04/09/2025

You can be the next Free Speech Award Winner!
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04/03/2025

This is the final month to submit your films for the Free Speech Film Festival!
The deadline for submissions is April 30th.
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03/28/2025

Our next entry deadline is almost here! Head on over to FilmFreeway to submit your project today
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03/25/2025

Last week to apply for the Free Speech Film Festival and Award as the regular deadline. Submit your film today!

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03/18/2025

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