PUTNEY-The Neurovisions Film Festival, a student-run festival dedicated to films by neurodivergent filmmakers and stories exploring neurodivergence, will return to Landmark College Friday and Saturday, April 24 and 25.
Now in its second year, the festival continues to expand its mission of amplifying neurodivergent voices through film—highlighting perspectives, storytelling styles, and firsthand experiences that promoters say remain underrepresented in mainstream film and media.
This year’s festival will screen 41 films from at least nine different countries, bringing together a global range of voices. This curated selection explores themes of identity, communication, and perception, with many films offering personal perspectives of autism and neurodivergence. “Several experimental and visually driven works push beyond traditional storytelling, immersing audiences in the sensory and emotional experiences of neurodivergent individuals,” wrote organizers in a news release.
“Neurovisions is an international film festival dedicated to supporting neurodivergent filmmakers,” said Landmark College Associate Professor of Art Eric Stewart, a co-organizer of the festival. “Submissions have doubled, and students curated a powerful selection of films from around the world. This year’s festival offers the Landmark community—and audiences across southern Vermont and New England—a truly high-quality and immersive cinematic experience.”
The program spans a wide range of formats, including narrative shorts, experimental films, animation, and feature-length productions. This year’s festival includes two days of curated programming, featuring two blocks of shorts, two experimental showcases, an animation block, and three feature presentations — Dust & Metal, Meander, and a first-time late-night screening of Little Pet. The festival also features a dedicated student showcase, including works from Landmark College and Franklin Academy, reinforcing its commitment to emerging filmmakers.
“Neurovisions brings together independent filmmakers and audiences in a really meaningful way,” said Olive Gardner, a Landmark College student and member of the Landmark College Film Society. “It’s exciting to see so many voices represented, and I think the festival plays an important role in building community both on campus and beyond, while supporting the broader neurodivergent community.”
The festival begins Friday evening with an opening reception and remarks, followed by a curated block of short films and feature presentations. Saturday’s schedule continues with a full day of screenings, including experimental and animation showcases, the feature film Meander, and student-focused programming, culminating in an evening awards ceremony.
The Neurovisions Film Festival is open to the public, welcoming both on- and off-campus audiences. Admission is free with optional donation tiers available. For more information, visit landmark.edu/neurovisions-film-festival.
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