The Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival screens upward of 45 LBGTQ-themed features, documentaries, and short films at Newfields each November. The festival is a fundraiser for Indiana Youth Group (IYG), which provides a safe place and support services for self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender young people.
Black Film Festival
As part of the annual Indiana Black Expo Summer Celebration, the Black Film Festival brings filmmakers and movie fans to the Tobias Theater at Newfields to watch topical films and engage in discussion on the sometimes-controversial themes presented on screen.
When the "Best Four Days in Gaming" come to Indy in August they bring along a unique film festival that focuses on genres that appeal to gaming attendees. These include fantasy, sci-fi, horror, animation, anime, martial arts, gaming, related parodies, and documentaries.
Attendees see three days of films celebrating life as African Americans and exploring culture and history through a variety of documentaries showcasing the talents of Black filmmakers.