4 Must-See Films at 2026 Essex Film Fest NOV 6 & 7

Essex, CT – Oct. 6, 2026 The Essex Film Festival returns November 6 and 7 at Centerbrook Architects for its second year, featuring Guest Filmmaker Scott Macaulay. In addition to in-depth conversations with Macaulay, the festival includes four must-see films, an opening reception and a producing masterclass. The full line-up of films includes: What Happened Was…, Raising Victor Vargas, The Assistant, and Gummo. For more information, tickets and a complete lineup of films and events, visit www.essexfilmfest.com.

Macaulay is an independent film producer, writer, and the co-founder and former editor-in-chief of Filmmaker magazine, one of the leading publications covering independent cinema. As a producer, he has helped bring numerous acclaimed independent features to the screen. Macaulay has also served as a juror, moderator, and speaker at film festivals around the world.

The producing masterclass, led my Macaulay on Nov. 7, will be a one-hour workshop for filmmakers, writers and anyone curious about the art, craft and business of producing independent film.

Admission is free. Optional donations are greatly appreciated and directly support the Essex Library Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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About the Essex Library: Founded in 1889, the Essex Library is a nonprofit public library dedicated to providing free and equal access to information, ideas and education to enrich the lives of all members of the community. www.youressexlibrary.org.