Schedule of Events
Friday, March 7th | MCA Denver holiday theater
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PANEL DISCUSSIONS AND OTHER SPOKEN PORTIONS OF THIS EVENT. ALL FILM PROGRAMMING OFFERS CLOSED-CAPTIONING IN ORDER TO IMPROVE ACCESSIBILITY.
Still from the film “Let My People Go Skiing”
5:00 PM | Doors open
Doors for this event will open at 5:00 p.m. Please be prepared to provide the email registered for your ticket, as well as a photo ID for those 21+. We recommend coming early to grab a drink, meet our artists + sponsors, and get some sweet free swag! Swag items are generously provided by this year’s sponsors and are first-come first-serve. Don’t miss out!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Vendor + GET HAPPY hour
Grab a drink and some popcorn, then visit our artist + women and nonbinary-owned small business market! There will be beverages for purchase provided by Fat Tire. Be sure to stop by the Mountain Hardwear booth between 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. before N3PTUNE. MHW athletes will be there signing posters! Plan to arrive early for the goods - free swag is limited and first-come, first-serve!
6:15 PM | LAnd acknowledgment + OPENING SPEECHES
No Man’s Land Film Festival acknowledges that its Flagship event takes place on the traditional and unceded territories of the Ute, Cheyenne, and Arapaho Peoples. We would like to recognize that the MCA Denver’s Holiday Theater and the greater city of Denver reside within these traditional territories and ancestral homelands, as well as recognize the 48 contemporary Indigenous Tribes and Nations who have historically called Colorado home. In recognizing Indigenous peoples as the original stewards of the land, water, plants, and animals who called this place home, we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, and to all those who have stewarded the land and water for generations.
6:30 - 7:00 PM | N3PTUNE LIVE
Remember when N3PTUNE blew away our Denver audience in 2023 with his infectious energy and stomping, bluesy rock style? Returning to the stage, front and center, to kick off Opening Night for another electrifying musical performance. N3PTUNE is here to shake up the industry and create magic that’s unbound by traditional musical genres. Here for one night only, don’t be a bystander to the Renaissance. Experience it for yourself.
7:00 PM | Films
Program I begins at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 8th | MCA Denver Holiday theater
A SATURDAY PASS GRANTS TICKETHOLDERS ACCESS TO ALL OF OUR AFTERNOON PANEL DISCUSSIONS. FOR THOSE WITHOUT A SATURDAY TICKET FOR FILMS, BUT WISH TO SEE OUR AFTERNOON PANELS FROM 1:00 - 5:00 PM, WE WELCOME YOU TO JOIN US! THERE IS A SUGGESTED $20 DONATION AT THE DOOR.
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ALL PANEL DISCUSSIONS AND OTHER SPOKEN PORTIONS OF THIS EVENT. ALL FILM PROGRAMMING OFFERS CLOSED-CAPTIONING IN ORDER TO IMPROVE ACCESSIBILITY.
Still from the film “Full Spectrum”
1:00 PM | Doors open
Doors for our afternoon panel discussions will open at 1:00 p.m., with our first panel beginning at 1:30 p.m.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM | FRAME BY FRAME: WOMEN SHAPING THE LENS
Our 2025 Women in Film + Photography Panel Discussion poses questions about the changing landscape of gender and visual culture as it explores the roles of women and genderqueer people as subjects, creators, and consumers. Women, genderqueer, and gender nonconforming people are still underrepresented behind the camera, but not for lack of interest, talent, or skill. These thoughtful leaders will share their journey in their industry and talk about how the courage to rise and make change has shaped their futures and careers. We’re honored to highlight the role of women in influencing the visual arts and proudly invite Lingít scientist and storyteller ELLEN BRADLEY and Asheville filmmaker ERIN MCGRADY to kick-start Saturday’s discussion.
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM | ROOTED IN STRENGTH: INDIGENOUS WOMEN LEADING CHANGE
Join us for our 5th Annual Indigenous Women’s Panel Discussion as we acknowledge the importance of Native women’s stories and their ongoing activism and leadership. This conversation seeks to discuss the intersection of tradition and progress by recognizing how these women are shaping the future while remaining grounded in their heritage. Honoring these stories is honoring the power of Indigenous women as leaders and changemakers. Join us in welcoming La Sportiva athlete ASHLEIGH THOMPSON, co-founder of Indigenous Movement Crew ROCÍ0 VILLALOBOS, and scientist and storyteller ELLEN BRADLEY to our space. This discussion will be moderated by 2024 Panelist, GENEVA MAYALL.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | TOGETHER FOR CHANGE: THE POWER OF ALLYSHIP
At No Man’s Land, we believe that people of all gender identities play a role in achieving equality. Despite being presented as a woman’s only issue, gender equality requires collective action. What happens when men move beyond passive support and take an active role in feminist efforts? How can we collectively challenge traditional notions of masculinity and co-collaborate in dismantling societal and gender-based barriers? Join us as these speakers discuss and examine their own role within a feminist movement and have shaped their own understanding of masculinity.
5:00 PM | Doors re-open
Doors for this event will open at 5:00 p.m. Please be prepared to provide the email registered for your ticket, as well as a photo ID for those 21+. We recommend coming early to grab a drink, meet our artists + sponsors, and get some sweet free swag! Swag items are generously provided by this year’s sponsors and are first-come first-serve. Don’t miss out!
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Vendor + GET HAPPY hour
Grab a drink and some popcorn, then visit our artist + women and nonbinary-owned small business market! There will be beverages for purchase provided by Fat Tire. Be sure to stop by the Mountain Hardwear booth between 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. before our Athlete Panel Discussion. MHW athletes will be there signing posters! Plan to arrive early for the goods - free swag is limited and first-come, first-serve!
5:45 - 6:45 PM | Beyond the finish line: women in sport
Women have historically been excluded from the “Outdoors” narrative, but the dynamic world of adventure sports has come a long way in leveling the playing field as more women and gender-diverse athletes elevate themselves from supporting roles into leadership roles. Our 2025 Athlete Panelists will discuss overcoming obstacles and challenging outdated norms with a focus on the dual themes of participation and leadership. Mountain Hardwear athlete ERIN SPONG flips the script as she discusses resilience, strength, and defying expectations.
6:45 PM | LAnd acknowledgment + OPENING SPEECHES
No Man’s Land Film Festival acknowledges that its Flagship event takes place on the traditional and unceded territories of the Ute, Cheyenne, and Arapaho Peoples. We would like to recognize that the MCA Denver’s Holiday Theater and the greater city of Denver reside within these traditional territories and ancestral homelands, as well as recognize the 48 contemporary Indigenous Tribes and Nations who have historically called Colorado home. In recognizing Indigenous peoples as the original stewards of the land, water, plants, and animals who called this place home, we pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, and to all those who have stewarded the land and water for generations.
7:00 PM | films
Program II begins at 7:00 p.m.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Friday + Saturday, March 7TH + 8th | the holiday theater
We’re car-flipping excited to bring our Annual Flagship Festival to the MCA Denver Holiday Theater for our 10th birthday bash! Please visit our Festival FAQ for information about accessibility at the Holiday or contact programs@mcadenver.org with additional questions.
Still from the film “All Bodies on Bikes”