The Panola Project

At the forefront of this uplifting array of personal portraits is love of family, art, tradition and community, heartwarming accounts of remarkable individuals who reject the status quo and carve out their own paths in life. From war-torn Laos and Ethiopia of the 1970's to small-town Alabama, from Morocco to Haiti and all the way back to Pikesville, Maryland, each of these passionate stories is a tale of individual dedication that is a triumph and an inspiration. COVID-19 POLICIES All Festival attendees must follow our COVID-19 health and safety protocols at ALL MdFF venues. These policies are subject to change based on local and regional metrics. New in 2020: You must reserve your seats in advance for all film screenings and premium events at this year’s festival. Face masks are required at all times in all venues Proof of vaccination (and booster shot, if eligible) OR proof of negative PCR test dated a maximum of 72 hours before the festival

At the forefront of this uplifting array of personal portraits is love of family, art, tradition and community, heartwarming accounts of remarkable individuals who reject the status quo and carve out their own paths in life. From war-torn Laos and Ethiopia of the 1970's to small-town Alabama, from Morocco to Haiti and all the way back to Pikesville, Maryland, each of these passionate stories is a tale of individual dedication that is a triumph and an inspiration. COVID-19 POLICIES All Festival attendees must follow our COVID-19 health and safety protocols at ALL MdFF venues. These policies are subject to change based on local and regional metrics. New in 2020: You must reserve your seats in advance for all film screenings and premium events at this year’s festival. Face masks are required at all times in all venues Proof of vaccination (and booster shot, if eligible) OR proof of negative PCR test dated a maximum of 72 hours before the festival