“It was an honor and a pleasure to exhibit Year of the Living Dead at the 2012 Tallgrass Film Festival. We deeply appreciated the Wichita community's enthusiastic response to our film. We were also impressed by the artistic quality of all of Tallgrass's film selections and we loved the venues where the screenings took place. Thank you for an amazing festival experience!” – Esther Cassidy, Producer, YEAR OF THE LIVING DEAD

"The Tallgrass Film Festival is on a whole other level. From the amount of detail they put into their film selections, to getting the community to come out in droves to the screenings and parties, the festival staff and volunteers are experts at what they do. As a filmmaker, I couldn't feel like I was in better hands, it was a true celebration of independent films." – Cassie Jaye, Director, RIGHT TO LOVE: AN AMERICAN FAMILY

“The programming, venues and hospitality are top notch and the audiences are hungry for independent films. We were overwhelmed by the reception of our film and the crowds were swarming at every screening. With such a strong community I imagine Tallgrass will grow exponentially every year and I am excited to follow its growth.” – Ken J. Adachi, Director, DEAD DAD

"We had our world premiere for "Year of the Living Dead" at the Tallgrass Film Festival and had a wonderful experience.  I was hugely impressed by the programmers and staff for the care, passion and smarts they put into their festival.  It's clearly their love of movies that fuels this passion. As a filmmaker, I really appreciated this.  Thank you, Tallgrass!  I hope to come back soon! - Rob Kuhns, Producer/Director/Editor, YEAR OF THE LIVING DEAD

"Tallgrass Film Festival was amazing. It is evident the organizers and volunteers truly love film and do everything in their power to make the screenings wonderful experiences and roll out the "green" carpets for visiting filmmakers! But my favorite thing? The Wichita audience. It was an honor and I'm definitely coming back." - Alonso Mayo - Writer/Director, THE STORY OF LUKE

"I love Tallgrass and want an excuse to be there every year...so I will keep making films, I guess…Tallgrass is one of my favorite film festivals. It's so rare to get a festival that is so supportive and that brings together an entire community. Great screenings, supportive audiences, wonderful parties, the best people and the sense that the whole city of Wichita is a part of the festival.” – Ishai Setton, Director, THE KITCHEN

"I have screened my Documentary, THE WRECKING CREW, in over 50 festivals around the world; from SXSW to Barcelona, Spain.  In my heart, pound for pound, The Tallgrass Film Festival blows so many other festivals away.  In some festivals, the festival is the 'star' and the egos go with it.  But in Tallgrass, they make every filmmaker feel special no matter how big or small their films are".  Do not underestimate the power of Tallgrass"  - Denny Tedesco, Director, THE WRECKING CREW

"Tallgrass is an extremely well-organized festival and a total-blast to attend. The programming was awesome, and I was able meet a bunch of talented filmmakers." - Lee Gillentine, Producer, THINGS I DON'T UNDERSTAND

"What an absolute pleasure to attend the Tallgrass Film Festival. Lela and her incredible staff and volunteers exude a dedication and enthusiasm that is warm and welcoming to both visiting filmmakers and the local community. Attending filmmakers are well-rewarded with a bountiful experience as well the opportunity to engage with a vibrant, thoughtful, supportive community. Thank you for the generosity and care you all put in to creating a great experience for your filmmakers!" - Stephanie Riggs, Director, THE STANDBYS

"The Tallgrass Film Festival was a fantastic venue for premiering our feature documentary, PABLO.  From the moment we arrived we were embraced by the festival organizers and the entire film-loving community in Wichita.  I hope to bring my next film back to this wonderful and vibrant festival!" - Jeremy Goldscheider, Producer, PABLO

"You can go to Sundance, but they don't have loose meat sandwiches.  You can go to Toronto, but there's no crock pot full of artichoke dip when you get there.  Does Cannes have maple-bacon donuts?  Forget it.  SXSW has beer, but you have to stand on line with a bunch of musicians to get one.  All in all, Tallgrass has the best films of the year, not to mention the warmest people and the greatest audiences.  And sweet, sweet Wichita.   If I ever have the energy to make another movie, I hope they invite me back." - Stephen Kessler, Director, PAUL WILLIAMS STILL ALIVE