An inspiring showcase spotlighting bold new voices and distinctive visions from emerging talent across the globe. The films included in this program are: Promised Belt, We're Not the Same, At Home (Chez Moi), Uncle Berry Bit It, Romchyk, Farsi With Maman, and A Woman Is Many Things (Just Fine Isn't One of Them). Q&A with filmmakers will immediately […]
"Voices: The Danny Gans Story" is a poignant and personal exploration of a son's journey to understand his father. Andrew Gans, son of the renowned Las Vegas entertainer, Danny Gans, embarks on an intimate exploration of his father's inspiring, improbable life and the circumstances surrounding his untimely passing. Through a tapestry of archival footage, never-before-seen […]
A powerful collection of films that honor resilience, sacrifice, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. The films included in this showcase are: Homeward Dawn, Mismatch, Unseen Scars, and The Singers. A Filmmaker Q&A will immediately follow the screenings.
An evocative collection of films that explore connection, identity, and the enduring bonds that shape our lives and communities. The films included in this showcase are: Unholy, Beyond Silence, Hāfu, Lonely, Spit It Out, and Camp Widow. A Filmmaker Q&A will immediately follow the screenings
From the Oscar-nominated director of ‘Honeyland’ comes a poignant and visually arresting story set in the heart of rural Macedonia. Nikola, a farmer grappling with the harsh realities of new government policies, finds himself unable to sell his land or crops. When his family leaves in search of a better life abroad, Nikola takes a […]
A heartfelt collection of films that capture the complexities of love, connection, and the unexpected bonds that shape our lives. The films included in this showcase are: Houston, We Have A Crush, Undeletable, Love Eternal, Alone Together, and Focal Point. A Filmmaker Q&A will immediately follow the screenings.
A captivating collection of films that delve into life’s unexpected disruptions, exploring how sudden events and chance encounters can alter the course of personal journeys. The films included in this showcase are Happy Snaps, Dandelion, Grind, Snipped, You & Me (& Chaz & Rodney), and A Friend of Dorothy.
Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Suddenly, the two sisters must […]
The Coronado Island Film Festival (CIFF) welcomes makers and lovers of film from all over the world to the storied seaside village of Coronado, California to celebrate the magical art of visual storytelling. Coronado’s enduring love affair with Hollywood began more than a century ago.