“The Southside Film Festival were accommodating to the filmmakers every step of the way. They were very supportive and communicative with submissions and needs. They provided an opening and closing night party and multiple screenings of every film- just in case you couldn’t make it to the first one.
As someone who was born and raised on the Southside I am very grateful to have had two films premiere at the SSFF.”
– Quintin Fernandez, June 2025. (Director: Pushing Ahead: The Next Generation)
“Jenn & Co. have turned SSFF into a must-attend event for filmmakers. The team embodies all the great qualities you will experience just about everywhere in historic Bethlehem. Everyone is friendly, warm, incredibly welcoming, and accommodating. It’s like your home away from home. The programming is very strong. There are lots of great films to catch and plenty of folks with whom you can network. Having our film screen more than once during the festival was definitely a bonus. And… lastly (but certainly not least)… you will NOT want to miss the Filmmaker brunch on Sunday, trust me on this one (oh, that French Toast!!)”
– Aaron Hosé, June 2025. (Director: A City That Cares)
“What a great festival. We were honored to be the closing night film and had a nice-sized audience. We screened in a gorgeous church, and the sound system and screen were first-rate. I recommend this festival. Very welcoming and fun! Bethlehem is an interesting artsy town.”
– Jill Campbell. June 2025. (Director: Beyond the Gaze: Jule Campbell’s Swimsuit Issue)
“The SouthSide Volunteer Staff is incredible with very welcoming hospitality. Audience attendees engaged with filmmakers in meaningful conversations. The 2025 film program was diversified and carefully curated. Bethlehem, PA is a wonderful city to visit as well so if your film is programmed, make a big effort to attend!”
– Susan Carol Davis, June 2025. (Director: The Take Away)