SDFF offers a fresh take on film premieres from American and international features to thought-provoking documentaries, short films and music videos. Festival-goers create their own experience with everything from industry access through educational panels, to intimate filmmaker and celebrity gatherings and nightly parties that earned SDFF Best Party Fest in The Ultimate Film Festival Survival Guide.

Encounter emotion. Experience beauty. See something new. Come celebrate and share your passion for the independence of film. Four days. Seventy-five films. September 25-28, Gaslamp Theater.

  1. 10.1 That's a Wrap

    Thank you to all of you who attended the 2008 Festival.

  2. 10.1 2008 Awards Announced

    SDFF presented awards to eight deserving filmmakers. See this year's festival favorites. Learn more.

  3. 9.2 Film Schedule On-line Now!

    The complete 2008 SDFF film line-up is on-line now! Learn more.

  4. 8.11 Volunteers Wanted

    Join the SDFF Volunteer Team for four days of fun! Learn more.