A highly competitive and exclusive scholarship program awarded to a selection of 8-12 undergraduate and recent college graduates to experience a film festival firsthand.

Come join the Lake Placid Film Festival and Catalyst teams for a night of fun Wed, September 13 at Brazen Tavern. Mix and mingle with folks in anticipation for our October festival collaboration and see them again during festival week!

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The Lake Placid Film Festival and Catalyst Story Institute are excited to present the Catalyst Episodic Showcase at the 21st Lake Placid Film Festival (October 26-29, 2023).  A curated selection of episodic video and pitches will be chosen by the Catalyst team to screen in the showcase with winning pitches presenting in person at the film festival.