Welcome, Underdogs.

Welcome,
Underdogs.

Join us for our premier film festival in Baton Rouge, LA at the Manship Theatre on August 21st to 24th, 2025

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Our Mission

Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way.

Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way.

The Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival is a four-day annual event that celebrates the artistic and cultural value of the incredible indie and genre-focused talent that flows to and from the city of Baton Rouge while also fostering a vibrant, interconnected independent film community.

Manship Theatre, Non-profit Venue
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Get In On the Action

No Pass Yet? Fix That.

Got A Film?
Let's See It.

Grab your festival pass and catch bold films, fresh voices, and unforgettable stories.

Let's Do This Thing.

Let's Do This Thing.

Beyond the lineup of ambitious and one-of-a-kind shorts and features, our festival will include networking bays, industry-led workshops, insightful panels, themed galas, fun afterparties, and more.

Aug 21-24, 2025
Festival Passes

Join us for an unforgettable experience at the Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival!

Staying for BRUFF?
Hotel Indigo has you covered—right next to the venue
Aug 21-24, 2025
Film Workshops

Discover the art of storytelling and how to captivate your audience through film.

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BRUFF: Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival
Become a Part of the Story

Passionate About Film?
Our Sponsors Are Too.

Passionate About Film?
Our Sponsors Are Too.

Join us in showcasing the vibrant creativity of local filmmakers. Together, we can elevate the independent film scene in Baton Rouge and beyond.

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