Heart of Texas Film Society
The Heart of Texas Film Society is a 501(c)(3) non profit corporation.
Our mission is to enrich our community through the art and business of Independent Film.
Our completely volunteer staff organize movie discussions, crew networking events, and the Waco Indie Film Festival. Find out more about our year round programming below. Support our work by donating, sponsoring or volunteering with us.
Waco Independent Film Festival
ANNUAL FESTIVAL IN JULY
Consistently ranking in FilmFreeway’s Top 100 Best Reviewed Festivals in the World, Waco Independent Film Festival (WacoIndie) brings our Central Texas community together through independent film. Established in 2016, we engage audiences with films from major festivals and Texas talent. We believe that engaging community with new viewpoints and stories make us all more understanding of the world we share.
We build networks and careers through our industry education and promotion. Add in some chips & salsa with our own WacoIndie magic, and we create one of the most unique experiences on the festival circuit. Recently named one of MovieMaker Magazine’s 20 Great Festivals for First-Time Filmmakers and one of Destination Film Guide’s Top Festival Destinations in North America.
Waco Movie Club
MONTHLY MOVIE DISCUSSIONS AND FILM SCREENINGS
We create community through the shared love of cinema. Like a book club, we gather once a month to discuss a selected film. From time to time, special guests with expert knowledge provide their insights on particular films.
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254 Creatives Events
EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR
Our bi-annual 254 Creatives Mixer creates connections and builds relationships. Filmmaking is tough, so let’s make it easier by broadening our network. This event is designed to help Wacoans find new actors, meet fellow crew members, and seek out future collaborators. Drinks and snacks on us. Mixers happen in January and June. In addition, we host pop up screenings of locally produced shorts and music videos Check our events calendar for more details.
Waco Indie Live
MONTHLY WEBSERIES
Each month we livestream on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube! We catch up with some of our 600 alumni filmmakers to discuss their new projects. Plus we chat with local artists and arts leaders about new events happening in our Central Texas. And, it’s the first place to hear updates on our film events.