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It’s #813 day in Tampa! We’ve had the privilege of shooting and screening all over Tampa through the years and with the help of @filmtampabay

What’s your favorite Tampa film location? We’ve been particularly fond of the Riverwalk for a couple projects. Absolutely loved being at @cafehey and @blindtigercoffeeroasters as well as some unique homes via @peerspace

#813day #tampa #happy813day #tbuffestival

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I guess it’s about time I post something on here… If we’ve talked any time recently, you’ve probably heard me yap about this little film right here. It’s hard to believe it’s coming up on 2 years since we wrapped production. I’m so thankful for the life it’s had since being able to share it with an audience. I’m thankful to all the festivals that have given this film a chance. But, more than anything, I’m so grateful to all of those involved in making this crazy movie. Long days. Cold nights. Middle of nowhere Alabama. I couldn’t be happier with what we made. It’s gritty. It’s scrappy. It’s rough. It’s beautiful. I can’t wait to keep sharing it with people and show them what we did. And boy… I can’t wait to make the feature.

Chip: @flyinoodles
Fish: @dylanpitanza
Day: @nicotrussoni
Anya: Rosalie Young
Sticks: @cramone1

Produced by: @kyrahholley
Written/Directed by: ✋🏼
Cinematography by: @solatory.nyu
Music by: @braylane21
1st AD: @lilysplat
1st AC: Tristen Ortiz
2nd AC: @cbharbin14
Gaffer: @finkel.jpg
Production Designer: @marycharlesramsey
Art Director: @kkatherine89
Costume Designer: @mkfelt
Sound Mixer: @pahtreek
Moral Support: @skinnman3 @konnerbendall @taylor.m.johnson @the_bozeman_pass
VFX: @ethanwinslett
Sound Design: @redhookpost
Colorist: @nickdaukas @company_3
Poster by: @greh.tuh

BTS photos taken by @dylanpitanza and @pahtreek

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Idk where the motivation came from but I decided today was a day to start decorating the office (after 5 years of living here lol).

Got this corkboard from @ikeausa a while back so I filled it up with my filmmaking lanyards, art from @dontstephonmeh Polaroids from set, and buttons from @sundanceorg 2020! Might move the orange @kennethcole coat to next to it.

So many memories starting in 2015 when I volunteered at @gasparillafilm and learned about what film festivals were right after we filmed our first short film! Guess I need another board to start filling!

How many film festivals do you see? I’ve attended many different kinds the past 11 years. #womeninfilm #directedbywomen

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The top international and foreign-language film festivals to explore in Florida include:

* LABRFF Orlando ( central florida ):award-winning international Brazilian film festival from Hollywood to east coast celabrates Brazilian cinema with English subtitles!
* Global Peace Film Festival (Orlando): Screens documentary and narrative films from across the globe focused on social justice and cultural understanding.
* Miami Film Festival: A cultural anchor for South Florida, showcasing a massive lineup of Ibero-American, Spanish, and world cinema.
* Florida Film Festival (Maitland): Features over 160 independent and international films from more than 30 countries.
* Gasparilla International Film Festival (Tampa): Draws thousands to the Gulf Coast to celebrate universal storytelling and global talents.
* Sunscreen Film Festival (St. Petersburg): Features a healthy mix of independent, domestic, and international cinema.
* Tampa Bay Latin International Film Festival (Tampa Bay): Dedicated to showcasing Latin American and Spanish-language films.
* Dunedin International Film Festival: Features a dynamic roster of global short and feature-length independent films.
* Key West Film Festival: Highlights a strong lineup of independent and international films, drawing major stars and filmmakers to the southernmost point.
* Tampa Animation Festival: Hosted at the University of Tampa, showcasing global animation across narrative, student, and experimental categories from over 35 countries.
…continue on comments 👇🎬🤩#filmfestivals #cinema #internationalfilms

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Some red carpet celebrating at the 2022 @tbuffofficial 🎞️
Winner of “Best Short Film” @mike.sea

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GIVEAWAY ALERT 🚨 Filmmakers, we’re giving away 5 full weekend passes to Miami’s biggest Photo & Video Expo hosted by AVC Store happening March 13–15.�
If you’ve never attended a film expo, these events are one of the most underrated networking opportunities in the industry. You’ll find:
🎥 Live gear demonstrations�💡 Lighting & camera workshops (8 per day!)�🎤 Industry panels�🎟 Daily raffles & giveaways�🤝 Opportunities to connect with vendors and brands

Whether you’re a director, producer, cinematographer, or creator, this is a great space to learn about new tech, meet collaborators, and build relationships with brands in the industry.

✨ HOW TO ENTER�1️⃣ Comment “EXPO” to receive the giveaway entry link�2️⃣ We’ll DM you the 15% Femme Regard discount code�3️⃣ Tag a filmmaker friend you’d bring with you 👇

Winners will be announced on Thursday 3/12 at 5 PM PT and will receive full weekend passes to attend the expo.
📍 Miami @avcstore �📅 March 13–15��#filmcommunity #filmexpo #avcstore #filmmakers #miami

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After an exciting debut the Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival, we’re thrilled to announce that 𝘉𝘦 𝘔𝘺 𝘝𝘢𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦 will premiere this Saturday on @watchfoundtv! Congratulations to @stefaniedirects, @bouncyboxermedia, and everybody in the cast.

In celebration of the Valentine’s Day launch, we’ll host two advance screenings:

💌 @sunraycine_tampa
Wednesday, February 10th | 7:00 PM

💌 @alomacinema.grill
Thursday, February 11th | 7:00 PM

🎟️ Reserve your tickets at the link in the bio

💔 #bemyvalentine #bouncyboxermedia #foundtv #tbuffestival

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2025 was definitely the year of the Raccoon‼️
From New York to LA to Texas to Florida to right here at home, Raccoon Soup screened all over the nation last year. We are so grateful to all the amazing festivals that helped us share our film and we are so excited for the screenings to come in 2026. Follow us to stay up to date on where we go next!

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I had a great time interviewing people and supporting them is very important to me, but I also made sure to have fun doing it. 😃 Shout out to @tarik_nkosi & @rebourne_photography in this interview blooper #tbuffestival #tampabay #actor #actors #bloopers

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We honestly can’t believe how much fun 2025 was.

From the projects we poured our hearts into, to the incredible crews we collaborated with, to the new doors that opened along the way—we’re beyond proud of the work we created this year. We explored new creative ground, stepped into new areas of production, and had the chance to work across series, pitches, short films, commercials, and more.

We’re also incredibly humbled by the recognition: 22 awards, festivals, and nominations across so many different platforms—closing the year with our first Epica win in December for our Singer Sewing spot was the perfect exhale.

Most of all, we’re grateful. Grateful for our clients, our collaborators, our crew, and everyone who trusted us with their stories and ideas. You’re the reason this became our best year yet.

And somehow… we’re just getting started.

We’re closing out 2025 with a queue of exciting projects and big things on the horizon, and we can’t wait to dive into what’s coming next.

Here’s to 2026—with big expectations, tons of excitement, and so much more to share soon. 🚀

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This year marked my first time attending the 2025 Tampa Bay Underground Film Festival. It was my first time directing, submitting my first short film, entering, and even being nominated for Best Florida short. Congratulations to all the winners and everyone that was part of it Considering all that, this truly was the best way to conclude 2025. It's Never too late to start! #2025 #tampabay #tbuffestival #tampafilmmakers #actor

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Thank you TBUFF💜

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