Education
Over 30 years of Investing in the Future of Film
Education Programs
Innovative support programs for young, independent storytellers
The Art & Science of Lucasfilm
Bringing professionals from Lucasfilm together
Schools at the Festival
Providing students the opportunity to experience stories from around the world
Youth FilmHouse Residency
Providing strategy and guidance towards possible paths forward in the industry.
Family Programming
Offering film experiences as a resource for families all over the Bay Area
Youth Filmmakers Camp
A summer program for teens ages 14–18 to learn from first-class filmmakers
Schools at Doc Stories
Providing students the opportunity to experience stories from around the world
Teaching Tools
Access a library of materials for educators, including lesson plans, viewing guides, and more.
Deaf President Now! (2025)
See Her Be Her (2025)
Souleymane’s Story (2025)
Helping students develop media literacy, cultural awareness, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation of movies.
MAJOR SPONSORS
Katie Hall + Tom Knutsen
The Gerald (Jerry) B. Rosenstein Trust
The Hearst Foundations
Nellie Wong Magic of Movies Education Fund
Sharon Ow-Wing