LEAFF provides a platform to educate and promote aspiring independent filmmakers, artists, and musicians pursuing artistic careers, while offering a stage for classic and emerging films along with art and music of the Great Lakes. Located on the water in historic downtown Sandusky, Ohio-LEAFF is the epicenter of Lake Erie's greatest attractions, amazing accommodations and island destinations.
This years festival opening night will feature a 25th Anniversary screening of "Welcome Home Roxy Carmichael" filmed on location in Sandusky. The screenwriter Karen Leigh Hopkins will be in attendance to introduce the film. There will be local music and art to accompany the kick off opening night party.
