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October 11, 2021

Join us this Friday in the Virtual Village!

Get you Virtual Pass to watch over 150 films from the comfort of you own home. Purchase VIRTUAL PASS for only $49 for 10 days! The San Diego International Film Festival's 20th Anniversary season will be celebrating film throughout San Diego,

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August 16, 2021

Interview With Foreign Film Programmer, Jill Moore Sugar

By. Alyssa Rodriguez, Content Writer San Diego International Film Festival The San Diego International Film Festival is in full gear this month, working like a well-oiled machine to curate the best film festival experience we have delivered yet. This week, I had

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May 10, 2021

Preview the 2021 ShortsFest

"I think the short gives a freedom to filmmakers

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…and we’re back 🌟 we have screenings going

…and we’re back 🌟 we have screenings going all day today! Don’t forget when you get your screening ticket, that also includes a free entry to the museum! Today we’re in The Museum of Photographic Arts and tomorrow we’ll be hitting The San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park ✨click on the link below or in the bio to get your screening tickets!

https://sdfilmfest.com/filmprograms/

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Hey Festivalgoers! We’ve officially released the

Hey Festivalgoers! We’ve officially released the 2021 Festival Program! Click the link below or in the bio for in-depth information about the festival and films ℹ️🧐
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Culinary Cinema is officially SOLD OUT! Don't worr

Culinary Cinema is officially SOLD OUT! Don't worry though! Screenings at the Catamaran Resort Hotel at Mission Bay for this Sunday, Oct 17 are still available! Not only that but we have a completely free screening of The Princess Bride at 7 PM as a part of our Movies On The Bay series! Who doesn’t love the classics? Join in on all the film fun here at the Catamaran Resort Hotel and brought to you by Geico Military! The full schedule for screenings is down below as well as a link to our film guide here and in our bio

10:00AM - BERNSTEIN'S WALL
12:15PM - DO NOT HESITATE
1:30PM - THE HUMANS
2:30PM - THE BETA TEST
4:00PM - BELFAST
6:30PM - THE LOST DAUGHTER
7:00PM - MOVIES ON THE BAY: THE PRINCESS BRIDE

https://sdfilmfest.com/filmprograms/
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🔊ATTENTION SAN DIEGO FOODIES AND CINEPHILES🔊

🔊ATTENTION SAN DIEGO FOODIES AND CINEPHILES🔊 Sunday Funday is on the horizon! Are you ready for Culinary Cinema?

Culinary Cinema is a recipe for fun and a dream come true for foodies!
The ingredients begin with a welcome glass of champagne and cuisine-themed film. The party moves on to the grass lawn of the Catamaran Resorts where attendees will enjoy dishes inspired by the film prepared by six renowned Chefs.
Mix in wine pairings and the beauty of Mission Bay and you have a perfect Sunday.

Screening of Arzak Since 1987 @ 10:30 AM
Food and wine pairing following screening at outdoor Catamaran lawn
Catamaran Resort Hotel & Spa @ Mission Bay

Buy your Culinary Cinema tickets in the link below or in the bio!

https://secure.sdiff.com/f/san-diego-international-film-festival-2021/culinary-cinema-screening-tastings
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We are exactly one week away from Opening Night!

We are exactly one week away from Opening Night!
Experience the films that inspire us to find our shared humanity… and make change in our community. Today we're highlighting Flee and Finding Fellowship.

Flee will be screening Friday, October 15 @1:30PM. Director Jonas Poher Rasmussen tells for the first time his extraordinary journey as a child refugee from Afghanistan.

Finding Fellowship will be screening Saturday, October 16th @ 9:30 AM and explores the uniquely American story of how the residents of Quince Orchard, Maryland, a once rural, once racially-segregated community, intentionally put their differences aside to come together amidst one of our most turbulent moments. Don't forget to join us for a live panel discussion after the screening!

Link for information on these films and more are in the bio and down below!

https://sdfilmfest.com/filmprograms/
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This indie feature premiered in the Tribeca Film F

This indie feature premiered in the Tribeca Film Festival this year and we’re excited to present it at the San Diego Museum of Art on Saturday, October 16! Queen of Glory stars Nana Mensah as Ghanaian-American, Sarah, who is all set to abandon her Ivy League doctoral program to follow her married lover across the country. In-Person tickets are available now and are selling quickly! Click the link below to browse screening times, dates and locations

https://sdfilmfest.com/filmprograms/

What's better than Sunday brunch by the sea? Sunda

What's better than Sunday brunch by the sea? Sunday brunch AND a movie! Join us Sunday, October 17 for an all-inclusive food and wine experience curated by renowned Chefs at The Catamaran Resort Hotel in Mission Bay. Pair your tasting with a great film called ARZAK SINCE 1986. A food and film lovers delight! Tickets won't last! Check out the film festival guide for more info down in the link below or in the bio

https://secure.sdiff.com/e/san-diego-international-film-festival-2021/tickets
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Join us Friday, October 15th for the premiere scre

Join us Friday, October 15th for the premiere screening of Spencer, starring Kristen Stewart as the late Princess Diana as she makes the decision to leave her marriage to Prince Charles. The screening will be held at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park. Tickets are selling fast! Don't miss out on this special event in the San Diego film community 🎥 You can buy your screening ticket online now for only $16 using the link below or in the bio ⬇️

https://secure.sdiff.com/f/san-diego-international-film-festival-2021/spencer
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Join us for our Opening Night Film, C'mon C'mon, s

Join us for our Opening Night Film, C'mon C'mon, starring Joaquin Phoenix. Purchase your VIP In-Person Pass today to get access to this exclusive screening, Thursday, October 14, at the Museum of Photographic Arts in Balboa Park. VIP Includes pre-reception at West lawn looking over the Lily Pond, post-reception at MOPA and access to all screenings (October 15, 16, 17, and 23) and lounges with complimentary drinks at only $259! Click the link in below or in the bio for the full trailer as well as more information about passes, dates, and films.

https://sdfilmfest.com/buypass/
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From Drama to Horror to Comedy, the 2021 feature f

From Drama to Horror to Comedy, the 2021 feature film selection has a range of films that will satisfy any movie fan! Virtual passes are on sale now and give viewers access to both weekends and 150+ Features, Documentaries, Shorts and Filmmaker Chats. Grab your pass and enjoy the wonderful works of creators around the world, from the comfort of your home! Link in the bio and below:

https://www.goelevent.com/sdiff/Pass/Sale
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Can you believe it? We hit the big 20! We're back

Can you believe it? We hit the big 20! We're back again with inspiring filmmaker chats, premieres and screening both in-person and virtual.
The San Diego International Film Festival's 20th Anniversary Season will be celebrating film throughout San Diego. Click the link below or in our bio to grab your passes for in-person and virtual screenings!

https://sdfilmfest.com/buypass/

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Want to join the crew this year? Click on the link

Want to join the crew this year? Click on the link below or in the bio to see the volunteer opportunities this festival season!

https://sdfilmfest.com/volunteer/

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