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The Fort Myers Film Festival’s 15th annual soiree is set to take place from May 14-18, 2025, in and around SWFL at venues including the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center and more.

FORT MYERS FILM FESTIVAL CELEBRATES 15TH ANNIVERSARY WITH EXCITING LINEUP OF FILMS AND EVENTS

FORT MYERS, FL – The Fort Myers Film Festival, to be held May 14-18, 2025, is celebrating its 15th year of indie film! This milestone event promises an exciting lineup of films, screenings, and engaging activities, including the highly anticipated Red Carpet Opening Night Party on May 14.

Festival Highlights:

Opening Film: “Curveballs” by John Biffar

The festival kicks off with the Opening Night Film, “Curveballs,” a documentary by local director John Biffar. This powerful film tells the inspiring story of America’s only amputee baseball team, The Louisville Sluggers. “Curveballs,” directed by 9-time Emmy Award winner John Biffar, is a documentary that follows the journey of the Louisville Slugger Warriors, a national amputee baseball team, showcasing their resilience, competitive spirit, and ability to overcome adversity. Filmed at FGCU, Biffar hopes the film will inspire viewers by demonstrating that, despite their disabilities, the Warriors are determined to win and change perceptions about amputees and people with disabilities. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with members of the team, who will share their experiences and insights. Jim Abbott, the legendary one-handed pitcher who famously threw a no-hitter against the New York Yankees, is featured in the film.

In case you miss the opening, there will be a second screening of Curveballs on Saturday, May 17 at 7:00 PM at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center, with the entire amputee baseball team in attendance for an in-depth discussion after the film.

Films at Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center:

The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center will host screenings from May 14-18, showcasing a selection of narratives, documentaries, and shorts. This renowned venue will serve as the central hub for the festival, offering a rich cultural experience for all attendees.