Celebrating Exceptional Things Found in Unexpected Places.

Inspired by exceptional things found in unexpected places, Rated SGF celebrates films and artists that challenge our assumptions. Each screening seeks to create an authentic connection, blurring the boundary between storyteller and audience.

Rated SGF has been canceled for 2020.

The Rated SGF Film Festival has been canceled for 2020, but will be back better than ever in 2021.

The decision was made by the Downtown Springfield Association and the Film and Media Association of Springfield in the interests of public health concerns regarding COVID-19. The health and safety of guests, volunteers and staff, as always, is the top priority.

“We are disappointed we won’t be able to put on this great festival in 2020, but we know this is the right decision,” Jennifer Moseley, festival director, said. “We are thankful for all the support we have received as we planned this event and look forward to hosting our third Rated SGF Film Festival March 26-27, 2021. This will be our biggest and best to date.”

Rated SGF is an indoor event, making social distancing difficult. The event also requires travel to Springfield from other regions of the country, which goes against current guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Adding to the difficulty is the fact the film industry is currently shut down.

“As disappointing as the cancellation is, we agree that our festival will be better received in the spring of 2021, when gathering in public is safer for everyone,” Jonna Volz, with FMAS, said. “Celebrating independent filmmaking and inspiring those who come to the festival is something FMAS believes is very important for Springfield and our media culture.”

Tickets purchased for Rated SGF 2020 will be honored in 2021. If a refund is required, or you have any other questions, please contact Event Manager Jennifer Moseley by calling 417-831-6200 or emailing jennifer@itsalldowntown.com.