Our Mission

The Camden International Film Festival is committed to supporting and generating interest in independent documentary films, showcasing the finest international documentary cinema from the lenses of the world’s best non-fiction visual storytellers. CIFF is dedicated to creating an environment miles away from distractions that promotes thought provoking examination of documentary film as an art form as well as an outlet for the independent and informed voice.

The 5th Annual Camden International Film Festival will take place in 2009, screening the best international documentary film to audiences in venues throughout Midcoast Maine.

News & Updates

CIFF Best of Fest Screenings Begin...

And just in time for the holidays! We'll be rolling out several of our award winning films at venues throughout Maine and beyond over the next couple months, starting with two very special screenings in Camden and Belfast on December 27 and 28. Read more here for info on the films and schedule.

Posted Dec 16, 2008

2008 Camden International Film Festival Awards

  • The Harrell Award for Best Documentary: Scott Hamilton Kennedy, The Garden and Andy Abrahams Wilson, Under Our Skin (tie)
  • The Harrell Award for Best Newcomer: Nicola Collins, The End
  • Cinematic Vision Award: Travis Rummel and Ben Knight, Red Gold.
  • Audience Award: Aron Guadet and Gita Pullapilly, The Way We Get By.

Posted Oct 30, 2008

1 Month Down, A Final Look at the 2008 CIFF

Despite the threat of hurricane force winds, Presidential Debates, and crashing stock markets the 2008 Camden International Film Festival prevailed. Attendees flocked to the Midcoast by the thousands for one common purpose, to experience the very best in non-fiction storytelling. If you missed anything, be sure to check out the photos.

Thanks to all our extremely generous sponsors, 50+ volunteers, thousands of attendees and very special guests who helped us make this year truly unforgettable. Your dedication is unparalleled, and your commitment to our vision, extraordinary.

Aside from all the wrap-up, we've been diligently working on a very special first for the festival. Starting this year, and continuing annually, CIFF will be awarding several cash prizes. We hope these awards go to good use, and help these talented filmmakers get their films out to the largest audience possible.

We've also jumped on the bandwagon and gotten our very own blog. It gives us a good excuse to rant and rave, and gives you the opportunity to dissect the documentary form and stay connected with all the happenings from our very famous CIFF Alums!

Check back often for info on some special off-season screenings throughout Maine, new videos, photos and podcasts from the 2008 fest and much more. And of course, we'll see you next Fall for our 5th Anniversary Celebration!

Posted Oct 30, 2008

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I was thrilled to be a part of CIFF. The audience was enthusiastic, informed, passionate, and engaged; the staff was smart, colorful, and down-to-earth; and the catalog was a carefully curated collection of the years best films.
Dallas Brennan Rexer - Arts Engine / Media Rights.org, Producer, Arctic Son