Lowell Asian American Film FestivalMCC proudly presents the third annual Lowell Asian American Film Festival.

Sponsored by MCC with support from the Middlesex Community College Foundation and funded in part by the ARPA grant from the City of Lowell. Featuring Asian American-directed films from across the country for a weekend celebrating art, culture and diversity.

Location: MCC’s Richard and Nancy Donahue Family Academic Arts Center • 240 Central St, Lowell, MA 01852

Scheduled for: Friday, October 18 through Saturday, October 19 

Please email laaff@middlesex.edu for more details. 


We are accepting submissions on FilmFreeway July 12 through August 30, 2024!

Categories include:

  • Narrative Short Film
  • Documentary Short Film
  • Animated Short Film
  • Student Short Film

This year, we will offer awards in three categories. Winners receive a monetary award and a festival laurel.

  • Best Film – $250
  • Runner Up – $200
  • Best Animated Film – $100
  • Best Student Film – $100

Visit our site on FilmFreeway for more information on rules and terms, and to make your submission!


Friday, October 18

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Film Workshop for Students

5 p.m. Screening of Opening Film "HOME COURT"


Saturday, October 19

Films to be announced!


Photos from our first ever film festival.

speaker for Lowell Asian American Film Festival on stage

women sitting on stage for a cultural dance

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