Episode Description
Episode 203 - Hard Faith Fest LA 2026 - with Spencer Folmar
In this special bonus episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, your host Geoffrey Whitt welcomes Spencer Folmar who shares the details about the upcoming Hard Faith Film Festival in Los Angeles. Spencer shares the origins of Hard Faith Films and defines “Hard Faith” as faith-centered storytelling that addresses difficult, realistic topics often avoided in traditional faith films. Hard Faith Fest 2026 runs June 25–28 at Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena with the theme “Do Not Fear,” featuring four days of screenings (50+ projects), workshops, panels, musical performances, a ticketed Pitch Fest, after parties, an awards show (40+ awards), and Sunday worship and prayer. Get all the details about the festival and updates at hardfaithfest.com. We have a special listener discount code: HFF26LA50 will give you 50% off a four-day pass.
Highlights include:
- Origins of Hard Faith
- Defining Hard Faith
- Overview of Spencers Films
- Festival Theme Do Not Fear
- Festival Growth and Venue
- Travel and Hotel Tips
- Four Day Schedule Breakdown
- Speaker Lineup
- Partnership and Invitation
- Dates, Website, Socials, and Discount Code
Hard Faith Fest is dedicated to showcasing films that tell stories of liberation, resilience, and the human experience. Our mission is to provide a platform for independent filmmakers, screenwriters, and artists to share their unique perspectives and connect with a diverse audience. Through the power of storytelling, we aim to inspire, educate, and provoke meaningful conversations.
Use Discount Code HFF26LA50 to get 50% off a four-day pass.
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