Tickets are now available for the 35th Annual San Diego International Jewish Film Festival! This two-week celebration of Jewish culture features captivating films from around the world, offering powerful storytelling and special guest appearances by directors and film subjects. Gain unique insights into filmmaking while connecting with fellow film lovers at this inspiring community tradition. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable cinematic experience!

Celebrate diversity in cinema at the San Diego Black Film Festival, one of the nation's largest Black film festivals. Enjoy 100+ films showcasing African American and African Diaspora stories, from comedies to documentaries.

Celebrate Italian Cinema & Culture Year-Round. Immerse yourself in the San Diego Italian Film Festival’s monthly screenings at venues like the Digital Gym Cinema and the Museum of Photographic Arts. Discover Italian identity, history, and community through film, inspired by the vibrant spirit of Italy’s piazzas.

For the 20th consecutive year, ShortsTV presents the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 14th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)!

Celebrate 5 days of cinema, art, and community at the 14th Annual Oceanside International Film Festival, Feb. 18-22, 2025. Discover films on environment, acceptance, individuality, and surf culture in one of California’s cultural districts.

Celebrate Latino cinema at the 32nd annual San Diego Latino Film Festival, March 19-23, 2025! Presented by Media Arts Center San Diego, this renowned festival has showcased over 4,000 films, bringing Latin American and U.S. Latino stories to life for over three decades. Join thousands of film lovers for an unforgettable experience of culture, storytelling, and community.

Join the 6th Annual Blue Water Film Festival from March 20-23, 2025, celebrating environmental storytelling and the next generation of filmmakers. Through film premieres, educational panels, and high-level networking, BWFF inspires audiences to think critically about climate change and global sustainability.

An all-star cast and jazzy score highlight this charming comedy, a deft satire of classic caper films. Big Deal on Madonna Street hilariously details the plight of a sad-sack group of bumbling thieves—a veteran crook, a cocky young gun, and a sweet safecracker—and their desperate attempts to pull off the perfect heist.  In Italian with […]

Celebrate a decade of boundary-pushing cinema at the 10th Annual San Diego Underground Film Festival—featuring experimental films, live music, and performances by local and international artists.