2025 Lynn Film Festival Day 4: Don't Think I've Forgotten + New Wave
Day 4 – Saturday, October 4thThe Lynn Film Festival continues with an evening dedicated to the transformative power of music on culture and identity.
At 4:00 PM, we present Don’t Think I’ve Forgotten: Cambodia’s Lost Rock and Roll, a moving documentary that tells the story of Cambodia’s thriving rock scene in the 1960s and early 70s before it was tragically silenced. Through rare archival footage and powerful testimonies, the film preserves the memory of the artists whose music defined a generation.
At 7:00 PM, the spotlight shifts to New Wave, a vibrant exploration of how the punk and new wave movements reshaped music, art, and fashion, leaving a lasting cultural legacy. The film captures the spirit of rebellion, creativity, and community that continues to inspire generations today.
Both screenings take place at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theater in the Lynn Museum & Arts Center.
2025 Lynn Film Festival Day 3: Punk in Africa + Godfathers of Hardcore
Day 3 – Friday, October 3rd
At The Neal Rantoul Vault Theater, the festival dives into the uncompromising energy and history of punk and hardcore music.
🎬 4:00 PM – Punk in Africa
This groundbreaking documentary explores the rise of the multiracial punk movement in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe. Against the backdrop of apartheid and political upheaval, musicians used punk as a tool for rebellion, freedom, and social change.
🎬 7:00 PM – Godfathers of Hardcore
This intimate and electrifying film chronicles the legacy of Agnostic Front, one of New York City’s most influential hardcore bands. It follows frontman Roger Miret and guitarist Vinnie Stigma as they reflect on decades of shaping a movement while grappling with the challenges of aging, loyalty, and staying true to the scene.
Day 3 offers a powerful double-feature that connects the global roots of punk with the enduring fire of hardcore, showcasing how music shapes culture, community, and resistance.
2025 Lynn Film Festival Day 2: Lynn Hip Hop
Day 2 – Thursday, October 2nd
The Lynn Film Festival continues at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theater with a film that highlights perseverance, creativity, and community.
🎬 6:00 PM – The Process
Day 2 features a screening of The Process, a powerful story that explores the journey behind artistry, dedication, and growth. More than just documenting the outcome, the film takes audiences behind the curtain to experience the struggles, breakthroughs, and triumphs that define creative expression.
Join us for an evening that dives deep into what it truly means to embrace “the process.”
👉 RSVP For Free Tickets To The Process
🎬 8:00 PM The Lynn Hip Hop Documentary
From basement cyphers to packed stages, The Lynn Hip Hop Documentary, created by Edwin Cabrera & Mikey Abreu, captures the city’s journey through beats, rhymes, and resilience—telling the story of a working-class community whose diversity and creativity have left a lasting mark on music and art.
This film dives deep into Lynn’s Hip Hop history, spotlighting the talented artists who built and continue to influence the city’s creative fabric.
Join us at the 2025 Lynn Film Festival for the exclusive first draft screening:
📅 Thursday, October 2nd
📍 Neal Rantoul Vault Theater
Following screening of The Process – Mural Unveiling: The Lynn Hip Hop Wall of Fame will be revealed, honoring local Hip Hop artists and community members who helped shape Lynn’s culture.
🕗 8:00 PM – Screening: Be among the first to experience the documentary.
🎟️ Seating is limited – RSVP now:
👉 RSVP For Free Tickets to the Lynn Hip Hop Documentary
📅 The Lynn Film Festival runs October 1–5, 2025. Don’t miss this historic night where Lynn’s Hip Hop story comes alive on screen and in the streets.
2025 Lynn Film Festival Day 1: Youth Films from Raw Art Works & FC Academy
2025 Lynn Film Festival Day 1: Youth Films from Raw Art Works & FC Academy – Wednesday, October 1st
The Lynn Film Festival kicks off with a celebration of the next generation of storytellers at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theater.
🎬 6:00 PM – Youth Films from Raw Art Works & FC Academy
Opening night shines a spotlight on the creativity and vision of local youth filmmakers from Raw Art Works and FC Academy. Featuring RAW's Filmmakers 4 Community, these young artists bring powerful, authentic stories to the screen capturing the spirit, resilience, and imagination of Lynn’s community.
The festival begins by honoring the voices of tomorrow, setting the tone for five days of film, music, and culture rooted in community.
This event is free to attend with an RSVP: