FIVE-MINUTE FILM FESTIVAL PRODUCED BY ARGO NAVIS STUDIOS

So, what is the Five Minute Film Festival?

Now in our fourth year, the Five Minute Film Festival by Argo Navis Studios is a community event celebrating very short films of about five minutes or so before credits. It's held annually in Lilburn, GA. We are so excited to share this experience with you!

Who are Argo Navis Studios?

We are an indie film studio based in Atlanta. Argo Navis Studios is run by SL Holbrook, Jef Holbrook and Aaron Gotlieb. Beyond filmmaking, Argo Navis Studios also serves as the umbrella for our other production studios and creative efforts. In addition to the Five Minute Film Festival, Argo Navis Studios also produces original video programming as Nerdtime TV, podcasts at Assembler FM, animated and print media at Cricket Comics and our live, site-specific theatrical productions as A Parcel of Rogues Theatre.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS

It would be impossible to produce anything without the help and support of our community partners. We are so grateful to all the past and present sponsors and partners linked below. Thank you all so much!

Talk to Tony (perpetual sponsor)

1910 Public House (past venue donation sponsor)

CX Creative Spaces (current producing partner)

Grace Note Foundation (current venue donation sponsor)

ABOUT THE EVENT

Why does the Five Minute Film Festival exist?

We are here to encourage and spotlight human-generated creativity! We aim to bring a mix of filmmakers of varied experience levels together with a screening audience for an event where they can meet, learn from and celebrate their work.

Where will the festival be?

This year's location will be in downtown Lilburn, GA! The festival will be in-person on Oct 23, 2026 at Music on Main, 113 Main St NW, Lilburn, GA 30047.

What will the festival be like?

We will have a screening block for the films as well as time to meet the attending filmmakers and audience members, Q&A, photo ops at our step-and-repeat, and a closing ceremony at the end of the day. During the screening you can vote for your favorite film. Votes will be tallied at the end of the event and the winning film will earn our Audience Choice Award for 2026!

6:00 PM - Doors Open - Take a selfie at our step and repeat! Meet and greet!

7:00 PM - Screening starts. Movie time!

8:00 PM - Audience votes for their favorite film!

8:15 PM - “Audience Choice Award” winner is announced!

8:30 PM - FMFF 26 Is officially over! Meet us “unofficially” for a drink next door at 1910 Public House if you want!

And that’s how the night will go. It’s a great time! Check out this video to get the vibe of the evening.

MORE DETAILS....

Can I bring kids?
THIS IS NOT BEING BILLED AS A “FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT” IN ANY WAY! However, it also is NOT “adults only.”

We just want you to know that some films may have more adult themes than others, use foul language or be overstimulating to sensitive viewers. Use your judgment as a parent, and we will trust it, but you are responsible for what they see!

If you need our opinion? We think teenagers will probably be fine based on their maturity level, but we wouldn’t bring anyone under 13 years old. We’ll have films that range from a “G” like rating to an “R” like rating. But hey, each film is only five minutes long, so if you’re concerned, just pop out of the room and come back for the next film!

What Accessibility Accommodations Are Available?

We believe accessibility accommodations benefit everyone! We have some unique challenges this year but are doing our best. Here’s the scoop:

We are in a new venue this year! Adapting to this new beautiful space does come with one major accessibility caveat this year: stairs! If you have accessibility needs and still wish to attend the festival, here is what you’ll need to know:

Mobility (walking, wheelchair access, canes, walkers, and related mobility devices :

This year’s venue is upstairs. There is no elevator or alternate route. It is a historic structure and there is currently no ability to avoid going up one flight or stairs to the venue. This year we will be unable to accommodate wheelchairs, walkers or mobility scooters due to the size of the venue and the requirements to go upstairs. We understand and apologize for any inconvenience or inability to attend based on mobility needs.

Sensory (audio/visual):

We will have warnings if any films have photosensitive triggers, such as flashing light patterns or similar. We will keep the sound at an exciting, but reasonable level, but it will not necessarily be a “low-stimulus” environment.

Sensory (spatial/tactile/smells):

The venue is small and (if all goes well) will be filled with about forty people. There is air conditioning and proper ventilation, but be aware that you will be sitting close and possibly bumping elbows with your neighbors! While it is an older building, plenty of fresh air flows through. The show is only about an hour and you are free to come and go as you please if you find yourself overstimulated or uncomfortable for any reason.

Hearing and Language Accommodations:

All films will have open captions in English being displayed below the screen for those who need them and for everyone attending to see. We currently can only caption in English.

Restrooms:

There are permanent restrooms in Downtown Lilburn at Lilburn City Park across from the venue. The screening block is only an hour and each film is only about five minutes long, so plan accordingly.

I’m a filmmaker. How do I enter my film?

All submissions are done only on our Film Freeway page.

- I just want to watch the films. How do I attend?

Just buy a ticket and show up in time to watch the film screenings! Doors open at 6:00 PM, screening starts at 7PM. There will be some Q&A after the screening, you can also take a photo at our step and repeat, After the official event, maybe join us for a post-event hang at 1910 Public House Bar and Restaurant!

We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Five Minute Film Festival in the heart of downtown Lilburn, GA!

CX Creative Spaces and Argo Navis Studios Presents: Five Minute Film Festival