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Portland Comedy Film Festival

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2026

The Portland Comedy Film Festival is a theatrical screening event on the Film Festival Circuit for international independent comedy films that also recognizes funniest comedy screenplays. A live outdoor Film Festival event at the Sunshine Mill Winery And Drive-Up Theater in The Dalles, Oregon (about 85 miles away from the Portland Airport) The state of Oregon is known for being a laid back, fun place, with lots to do outside. Whether it’s the nature experience, the arts or the wonderful food options, if you haven’t visited at least once, perhaps it’s time you came out here! The first event was held in 2017 and has been ranked in the FilmFreeway Top 100 with 80+ Five Star reviews. This event was founded by author and retired filmmaker Mikel Fair who worked on location in the Film and Television industry from 1999-2015 while based in Houston, Texas. Mikel and his wife Brooke moved to Portland in 2015 and have been hosting this independent film showcase twice per year. It’s fun to watch and enjoy this program of short comedy films in a "back to back" format in HD 1080p. The Portland Comedy Film Festival has nearly 100 active judges. All types of comedy submissions are selected and screened including TV Pilots, Funny Music Videos, Web Series Episodes, Dark Comedy, Romantic Comedy, Mockumentary, TV Pilots, Commercials, Micro Films, Animated Comedy, Horror Comedy, Stand-up Comedy, Sketch Comedy, and any other type of Comedy that you can think of. The judges are looking for films that generate laughter in a fun, fast paced program at a great venue. Come laugh with us in Oregon. Missed the deadline? No worries, get a deadline waiver and save 20% on submission fees. Link: https://www.filmfestivalcircuit.com/en-us/FilmFreeway-waiver-codes We now host a free weekly virtual networking event on Wednesdays where you can meet potentially meet directors, screenwriters, cast, crew, distributors, investors and film industry professionals and discuss your future projects. Link: https://www.filmfestivalcircuit.com/en-us/networking

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United States (USA)

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www.filmfestivalcircuit.com/portland-comedy-film-festival

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