Come celebrate the artistry of explosions, the glory of gun-battles and the brilliant ballet of martial arts on film. Since our inaugural 2010 event in beautiful Asheville, NC, ActionFest has showcased the best action films from around the world. From the Far East to Hollywood, ActionFest is devoted exclusively to action films, bringing our audiences the next generation of martial arts masters, high speed chases, and gun-blazing, special-effects extravaganzas.

ActionFest is the first film festival in the world devoted exclusively to action film. And ActionFest is the only film festival in the world that honors the stuntmen and stuntwomen who take the punches, falls and crashes that make ordinary actors appear superhuman on screen. Historically the film industry has refused to recognize the stuntmen and stuntwomen, the stunt coordinators, and the 2nd unit directors, and their contribution to filmmaking. That was before ActionFest. At ActionFest we recognize, honor and appreciate the remarkable efforts of these amazing people who risk their lives every day to make big Hollywood films look exciting and great. ActionFest’s mission is two-fold: to honor these unsung heroes of Hollywood; and to show the best action films from around the world.

We are looking for men and women of Action to join us in Asheville next Spring for our third annual event, ActionFest 2012, which will be held at The Carolina Asheville cinema April 12-15, 2012. It promises to be bigger and better than ever. Stay tuned for details.