Defy Film Festival
Defy Film Festival is an annual independent film festival in Nashville focused on bold, unconventional, and boundary-pushing cinema from filmmakers around the world. Founded in 2016, the nonprofit festival highlights films that challenge traditional expectations and gives Nashville audiences a chance to discover emerging and lesser-known filmmakers.
The festival typically includes multiple screening blocks over two days, along with festival parties and opportunities for attendees to spend the weekend immersed in independent film.
Defy Film Festival Details
Date
The festival is typically held in August.
Location
East Side Bowl, 1508A Gallatin Pike South, Madison, TN 37115.
Presented By
Defy Film Festival.
Cost
Ticket prices vary; day passes and weekend passes are typically available.
Who It’s For
Independent film fans, filmmakers, arts supporters, and adults interested in unconventional cinema.
What to Expect
Multiple film screenings, short and feature-length independent films, festival parties, and a weekend focused on emerging and experimental filmmakers.
Good to Know
The festival is typically 18 and older because some films include graphic content. Attendees should arrive early for screenings, as seating may be released to a waiting list once a program begins.
