Our Mission

To enrich, educate, and entertain the community through film and art.

We develop robust independent and community-curated film series, deliver impactful educational programs for all ages, and for each of the past 21 years we've hosted “the best-curated film event in New England,” the Maine International Film Festival. According to MovieMaker, we provide “an oasis of programming perfection in Northern New England” at Railroad Square Cinema, “one of the country’s finest independent movie theaters.”

Our Programs

Forty years ago we opened the doors of Maine's independent cinema. We're still reeling.

Railroad Square Cinema

17 railroad square, waterville

Founded in 1978, our Sundance Art House cinema showcases the best of American independent and international new releases, cult classics, and community-curated film series.

Maine International Film Festival

July 12-21, 2019

Since 1998, MIFF brings 100 films, 50 filmmakers, and 10,000 filmgoers to Central Maine over 10 days of world premieres, guest presentations, receptions, and exhibitions.

Art in the Lobby

Maine Student
Film & Video
Festival | Conference

Cinema Explorations

Presence of the Past Series

Good programs make good neighbors.

The Maine Film Center is proud to partner with local arts and cultural organizations, municipalities, colleges and universities. Together we serve our community with greater impact and bring vitality to our state.