N.J. international film fest begins 40th year with new name, new approach Updated Feb 14, 2021; Posted Feb 14, 2021 "The Ephemeral Orphanage," an animated short film by Lisa Barcy, is one of the works to be screened at the 40th Annual Thomas Edison Film Festival virtual premiere on Feb. 20.Photo courtesy of Lisa Barcy Facebook Share But fear not, independent movie lovers, it’s not going anywhere. It’s just changed its name. The newly monikered Thomas Edison Film Festival will premiere its 2021 season at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20, with the free online screening of five short movies and a conversation with the filmmakers.