The countdown is on for the inaugural Baton Rouge Underground Film Festival , which runs Thursday through Sunday, Aug. 21-24, packed with film screenings, panels, workshops and more.

It all celebrates the artistic and cultural value of the indie and genre-focused talent surrounding Baton Rouge while also fostering a vibrant, interconnected independent film community, according to the BRUFF's mission statement.

"The festival is gearing up to be a magnificent event. Everything is coming together, and now all we need is you!" said Joe Carlton, Baton Rouge filmmaker and the festival's financial director. "Join us downtown as we kick off the resurgence of the indie film spirit in Louisiana."

In the spotlight on Sunday, Aug. 24, will be Morgan City filmmaker Matison LeBlanc and her short fi

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