• Ungrateful Beings

    Ungrateful Beings

    Directed by Olmo Omerzu | Czech Republic, Slovenia, Poland, Slovakia, Croatia, France | Fiction | 110 min

    May 3, 2026 at 8:45 PM PT Marina Theatre
    What begins as a summer crush evolves into a snowballing disaster in this darkly comedic family drama that sees a recently separated father desperately try to reconnect with his kids.
    Fiction
  • Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back

    Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back

    Directed by Irvin Kershner | USA | Fiction | 128 min

    May 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM PT Castro Theatre
    Close out the 69th San Francisco International Film Festival with a very special Star Wars Day screening and conversation with actor Anthony Daniels and Lucasfilm veteran and SFFILM Board Vice President Howard Roffman.
    Fiction
  • Doc Stories 2026

    Doc Stories 2026

    November 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM PT TBD
    Doc Stories is a highlight of San Francisco’s unparalleled film scene, celebrating documentary film as an essential art form. The program deepens understanding of the real-life events, stories, and perspectives that shape our world. Over four expertly curated days, Doc Stories audiences are treated to early, exclusive screenings, captivating shorts, probing conversations, and inspiring Q&As with filmmakers from around the world. The 2026 edition will take place from November 5–8, 2026. Click here to learn about SFFILM’s Doc Stories over the years.