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2nd Annual International Ocean Film Festival (April 11-13)

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Friday, April 11, 2025 - 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: $25*
*Tickets start at $25
Cowell Theater | Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA 94123
San Francisco

Event Details

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The 22nd Annual International Ocean Film Festival, dedicated to showcasing films that inspire appreciation and care for the ocean, announces its full festival line-up, kicking off with an April 11, 2025 Opening Night screening of “Turtle Walker,” an award-winning film celebrating the pioneering work of Indian biologist and conservationist Satish Bhaskar. A man who dedicated his life to the study of sea turtles, Bhaskar’s research serves as a baseline for today’s restoration efforts at critical nesting beaches throughout India.
From April 11 – 13, more than 30 independent films will be shown at the Cowell Theatre in San Francisco’s Fort Mason Center for Arts and Culture and the Smith Rafael Film Center in San Rafael.
The mission of the International Ocean Film Foundation (IOFF) is to be the premier global platform for ocean literacy and education through independent film. The subject matter of the 30+ selected films ranges from marine wildlife, conservation efforts, ocean environments, coastal cultures, ocean sports and exploration to ocean heroes and more. Each festival day will include post-screening Q&As with visiting filmmakers from around the world.
As a competitive award-winning festival, the International Ocean Film Festival recognizes outstanding submissions from twelve categories: Environmental, Marine Sciences, Exploration, Ocean Sports, Coastal Island Culture, Animation, Conservation, Diversity, Shorts, Equity & Inclusion, Director, Jury and the Golden Gate Award (bestowed to a San Francisco Bay Area filmmaker). Winners in each category will be announced on March 17.

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Cost: $25*
*Tickets start at $25
Categories: *Top Pick*, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Movies
Address: Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA 94123