About this Event
🎬 The Future of Film in the First State
CARIFF Opening Breakfast & Industry Forum
Kick off CARIFF with a morning of breakfast, networking and conversation focused on the future of filmmaking in Delaware.
The Future of Film in the First State brings together Delaware State Representative Madinah Wilson-Anton, award-winning filmmaker and visual storyteller Andre’ Wright Jr., and members of the creative community for an engaging discussion about what it will take to grow Delaware’s film ecosystem.
The conversation will explore opportunities for filmmakers and creatives, strengthening the local film industry, attracting productions to the First State, developing homegrown talent, expanding resources and infrastructure, and ensuring Delaware stories and storytellers have a place on the screen.
Attendees will also have an opportunity to network with filmmakers, creatives, business professionals, community leaders and industry stakeholders before the first CARIFF films hit the big screen.
🎤 Featured Guests: State Rep. Madinah Wilson-Anton & Andre’ Wright Jr.
🥐 Breakfast + Networking + Industry Conversation
🎟️ FREE to Register & Attend
🕗 8:00 AM
📅 Friday, October 9, 2026
📍 Penn Cinema at the Riverfront | Wilmington, Delaware
Start CARIFF by helping imagine what comes next for film in the First State. 🎥✨
Event venue & nearby stays
Penn Cinema Riverfront 14 + IMAX, 401 S Madison St,, Wilmington, United States
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