MARYLAND 2026 | NAIFF — The Nepal America International Film Festival of Maryland, organized annually by the Nepal America Film Society, has announced the lineup for its 2026 edition. The lineup includes acclaimed films such as Shape of Momo (Busan award winner, 2025), directed by Tribeny Rai; Shakti, directed by Nani Sahra Walker (recognized at various international film...Read More
Maryland | NAIFF — The Nepal America International Film Festival, organized by Nepal America Film Society, has officially announced its Opening and Closing Night screenings for the 2026 edition of the festival, which will take place from June 25–28 in Maryland. The festival will open with Shape of Momo directed by Tribeny Rai. The film stars internationally...Read More
Global Peace Film Festival Sidebar Genre: Drama Country: Canada/India Runtime: 92 mins Director: Mitra Sen Language(s): Hindi Subtitles: EnglishRead More
Global Peace Film Festival Sidebar Genre: Documentary Country: Mexico, USA Runtime: 48 mins Director: Francisco Alarcón Language(s): Mexico, USA Subtitles: EnglishRead More
Short Film SYNOPSIS Acres of Diamonds examines the two possible paths for vulnerable children in rural, poverty stricken India: A life in slavery with no hope of escape or a flourishing life with Good News India, where they receive food, clothes, education, and love. This film gives a voice to millions of forgotten children who...Read More
Short Film SYNOPSIS Laaz (The Shame) is a satirical story. Bhagwaray has been recently freed from bonded labour in the plains of western Nepal. Amidst government’s historic decision to abolish bonded labour, the lack of an effective government program to help the freed labourers’ transition to the ‘free’ society, and the disputes among the contesting...Read More
Short Film SYNOPSIS This compelling short film captures the ongoing dilemma faced by an elderly couple. Atimaley and Devi’s village is haunted by memories. When a dear friend leaves the village without saying “goodbye,” the couple has to decide whether to keep living through memories or to leave the village for good. ABOUT THE FILM...Read More
International Film The Refugees of Shangri-la Genre: Documentary Country: USA, Nepal, Bhutan Runtime: 55 Min Director: Doria Bramante, Markus Weinfurter Language(s): English Subtitles: EnglishRead More
International Film SYNOPSIS A traveler sets on a journey into the remote mountains of Nepal, to explore Annapurna Region; and learns about the incredibly unique culture, festivals and spiritual traditions of the locals. ABOUT THE FILM Genre: Documentary Country: USA Runtime: 90 Mins Director: Jaswant Dev Shrestha Jaswant is the first Nepali Actor/Filmmaker to be nominated for an EMMY...Read More
