Location
SModcastle Cinemas
82 First Ave
Atlantic Highlands, NJ 07716
 
Doors Open
May 16th 2025, 6pm
May 17th 2025, 12pm

First Contact Film Festival is an annual, IMDB‑qualifying short‑film showcase held at Kevin Smith’s SModcastle Cinemas in Atlantic Highlands, NJ, celebrating the best in science fiction, fantasy, imaginative horror and magical realism . Now in its eleventh year, First Contact brings emerging and established filmmakers together to honor imaginative storytelling and award juried prizes across multiple categories . Whether you’re a filmmaker or an audience member, join us May 16–17, 2025 for two days of genre delights and a community-powered celebration.

Submissions for 2026 begin June 1st!

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