NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB)(Ch 4 – 9/27/18) – The first-ever Niagara Falls International Film Festival started Wednesday.

A red carpet premiere event was held at the Rapids Theatre.

The event is being held in honor of Niagara Falls native and costume designer Mark Bridges.

Dozens of films will be shown in Niagara Falls and North Tonawanda.

The festival runs through Saturday.

Watch an interview with Filmmaker John Wildman and Director Stanley Isaacs above.