"Go courageously as you pursue your dreams!"

What is the true purpose of independent mediamaking? Is it just for entertainment? Is it to tell stories that impact society positively? What is the intent of your mediamaking?

The Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) is a not-for-profit, charitable 501(c)(3) organization that promotes and supports independent mediamaking — animation, film, music, print, television, and video. Guided by past wisdom and reflecting the new generation of mediamaking, we are dedicated to thinking out of the traditional box as we pursue our dreams courageously. As mediamakers, we have talents that can transform world views and actions!

The 7th Annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) 2008 -- "The Movement in Progress through Independent Filmmaking" -- takes place October 17-19, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia. Traditionally, worldwide media has shown people of color in a negative perspective. There are some urban media outlets that do the best they can. Media is really subliminal brainwashing, and what we see and read is what most take as the truth. But is it the truth?

Blending activism and filmmaking, UMFF 2008 gives a voice to positive, conscious media -- a movement that needs sparks of energy everyday! Bringing a strong Atlanta vibe that encompasses the city's signature of being culturally diverse, this three-day festival includes:

-- Opening Night Reception and Premiere

• -- All-Day Independent Film Screenings
• -- Workshops and Panels
• -- Urban Mediamakers Awards Presentation
• -- Sunday Morning Breakfast.

UMFF 2008 is a must-attend for independent filmmakers, activists, community organizations, actors, writers, directors, independent filmmakers, students, producers, music composers, animators, media professionals, designers, stylists, and lovers of independent films. Read more. (All photos by Stevie. Copyright 2008)

UMFF 2007 Winners...

The 6th Annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) was an awesome event October 12-14, 2007 in Atlanta, Georgia. The response this year was overwhelming!

We want to thank all 2007 filmmakers from around the world, attendees, instructors, panelists, and volunteers. This year's festival would not have been a success without your participation. Special thanks to Lil' Dude, Young Burna, and The Triple Threat FloHi for great live performances.

This was not just a 3-day festival, it was a call to action and a movement in progress for more positive, conscious media. During our Sunday breakfast, a strategy for moving forward aggressively with conscious content was developed. We will be announcing the strategy over the next few weeks, and we will be inviting each of you to become a part of this vital collaboration — "The Movement in Progress through Independent Filmmaking."

UMFF 2007 showcased independent projects from around the world and there were so many quality films, that it was very hard for the judging committee to choose the best-of-the-best. Read more.

The official 2007 schedule! Login/register for the Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) 2007 independent film screenings, short-film scripts, synopsis, and information on the filmmakers - sponsored by B-side.

UMFF 2006 Winners...

The Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (UMFF) celebrated five years October 13-15, 2006 in Atlanta, Georgia. UMFF 2006 honored winning festival filmmakers, as well as Georgians and national artists that are making a mark on the independent film community. This three-day festival's theme was "Creating Urban Legends in Independent Filmmaking," and offered independent film screenings with competitions for the best-of-the-best. [read more]