About Us

Finding Inspiration in Every Frame

The Maumee Film Festival celebrates the art of creativity, filmmaking and storytelling. It allows aspiring filmmakers the unique opportunity to see their work projected on a movie screen in the iconic and beautiful Maumee Indoor Theater. The festival also celebrates the city of Maumee, a peaceful community situated along the scenic Maumee River in Northwest Ohio.

Our Story

In its inaugural season, the Maumee Film Festival was envisioned as a space for local filmmakers to see their work on a real cinema screen, in a venue with friends and family and community members. In the years following, the festival has grown from a single day of screening local short films to showcasing independent filmmakers from all across North America as well as international releases, hosting networking events, panel discussions, and workshops.

The Maumee Film Festival is committed to supporting the growth of the film industry in our region and creating an opportunity for local businesses and filmmakers to connect and collaborate. The celebration of local art is at the heart of all that we do.

Meet Our Staff

Sara Eiden

Festival Director

Michael DeSanto

Programming Director

Clinton LaForest

Technical Director

Charles Wetzel Jr.

Marketing Coordinator

Meet Our Judges

Our 2026 judges panel is full of industry professionals; from educators to performers to coaches and agents, the eyes on our films this year are truly top notch!