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November at SIFF
October 31, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this November at SIFF Cinemas.
Film Notes: The Red Shoes
October 23, 2024
The Red Shoes (1948) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
SIFF DocFest 2024
October 18, 2024
A photo recap of SIFF DocFest, our annual weeklong film festival bringing you the best documentaries from around the world, taking place October 3-10, 2024.
Cinema Italian Style | Trailer
October 17, 2024
SIFF's annual celebration of Italian film. Entering its 16th year, the festival will take place November 7–14, 2024 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
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Cinema, Events
Upcoming Q&As and Special Guests
October 16, 2024
Throughout the year, we’re pleased to offer chances to hear directly from filmmakers, performances and panel discussions, and more unique experiences around movies. Secure your tickets now for these events featuring filmmakers and other special guests over the next couple of months.
Film Notes: Black Narcissus
October 16, 2024
Black Narcissus (1947) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Film Notes: A Matter Of Life And Death
October 9, 2024
A Matter Of Life And Death (1946) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Cinema
October at SIFF
October 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this October at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
Film Notes: I Know Where I’m Going!
October 1, 2024
I Know Where I’m Going! (1945) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Cinema
Film Notes: A Canterbury Tale
September 24, 2024
A Canterbury Tale (1944) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Cinema
Film Notes: Life and Death of Colonel Blimp
September 17, 2024
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943) film notes by Tova Gannana for our Enchanted Evenings: The Boundless Cinema of Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger series, running September to November 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Events, Festival
How to vote for the DocFest Audience Award
September 4, 2024
DocFest returns to SIFF Cinema Uptown October 3-10 and this year, you’re the judge. New in 2024 is the SIFF DocFest Audience Award - read on for your guide on how to get your tickets and cast your vote.
September at SIFF
September 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this September at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
A Note on English Filmmaker Michael Powell
August 26, 2024
In advance of our new weekly Powell and Pressburger series opening on September 18, series curator Greg Olson reflects on how legendary English filmmaker Michael Powell inspired him, and how they came to be friends.
Photo Gallery
Rewind, Be Kind: Super Yaki x SIFF
August 7, 2024
A photo recap of our Super Yaki x SIFF Film Festival, taking place July 26-28, 2024 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
August at SIFF
August 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this August at SIFF Cinemas.
Events
SIFF Marquee Gala
July 26, 2024
Join us at SIFF’s biggest fundraising event of the year, the 3rd Annual Marquee Gala. Proceeds from the Marquee Gala fund SIFF’s year-round programming, educational programs, and the 51st Annual Seattle International Film Festival.
Super Yaki x SIFF Film Festival: July 26-28
July 18, 2024
It's a SIFF x Super Yaki summer! Get ready for our new series, Rewind, Be Kind, presenting ten films in partnership with the hottest movie merch and apparel shop, Super Yaki. In this series, we’ll be revisiting critical or commercial disappointments from 1999 through 2009 and asking ourselves to watch them again (or for the first time) with a kinder perspective.
July at SIFF
June 28, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this July at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema, Video
Reuse Seattle in Action at SIFF
June 13, 2024
Exciting news for moviegoers and environmental enthusiasts alike! The City of Seattle is partnering with SIFF and r.World in a new initiative to implement reusable cups at SIFF Cinema locations. The Reuse Seattle program aims to replace single-use cups with sustainable alternatives, championing the fight against climate change.
Photo Gallery
50th Seattle International Film Festival Photo Gallery
June 10, 2024
Photo highlights from the 50th Seattle International Film Festival, held from May 9-19, 2024 at venues across the city.
Cinema, Events
June at SIFF
June 5, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this June at SIFF Cinemas.
Festival, Industry, News
SIFF 2024 Award Winners
May 19, 2024
A full list of the award-winning films from the 50th Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFF & Chill
May 18, 2024
The SIFFTY celebration continues May 20-27 with select films streaming on the SIFF Channel. Purchase a streaming ticket by midnight on Monday, May 20 to be entered to win a limited edition SIFFTY swag bag plus a code for 50% off SIFFTY merch and two medium bags of SIFF Cinema Downtown’s famous chocolate popcorn delivered to your home.
Festival
Icing on the Cake: Interview with SIFFTY Cake Maker Amanda Katherine Pitsch
May 16, 2024
Who was the baker of the giant delight that was the SIFFTY cake on Opening Night? Meet Amanda Katherine Pitsch, the multidisciplinary artist and production designer who made a lot of SIFF-goers’ nights on May 9.
Festival, Video
Behind the Scenes: The Making of the 50th Seattle International Film Festival Trailer
May 15, 2024
Ever wonder how our festival promo trailer gets made? Read on, as we take a closer look at the production of the SIFFTY trailer—a captivating piece that captures the essence of 50 years of must-see films.
Archives, Festival
Oral History Interviews with the FOOLs 1997-99
May 13, 2024
For the 25th anniversary of the Seattle International Film Festival in 1999, Fool Serious member Doug Ing recorded several oral histories with other FOOLs on Hi-8 video. He recently took the tapes to Victory Studios to have them digitized, and we’ve now made them available on our YouTube.
Festival
Celebrating World Premieres with SIFFTY
May 10, 2024
Each year, the Seattle International Film Festival is proud to host films from across the globe as they celebrate their U.S., North American, and world premieres. So here’s an extra-special SIFFTY toast to each of the films making their world premieres at our 50th anniversary Festival!
Festival, News
King County Proclamation of Seattle International Film Festival 50th Anniversary Day
May 9, 2024
May 9, 2024 is officially Seattle International Film Festival 50th Anniversary Day in King County.
Events, Festival
Forty Years of a Fantasy Cult Classic
May 8, 2024
It’s been 40 years since The NeverEnding Story first transported kids and adults alike to its fantasy realm of cutting-edge practical effects, and the Seattle International Film Festival is partnering with Cross-Faded Cinema again this year to bring you a special presentation of the beloved classic.
Festival
Selling Quickly
May 7, 2024
A list updated daily of films and events selling quickly at the 49th annual Seattle International Film Festival (in person May 11-21, 2023, followed by a week of select films streaming May 22–28).
Archives, Festival
Looking Back: The SIFF Archives Are Now Available Online
May 1, 2024
The SIFF Archives are the culmination of nearly two years of compiling, digitizing, and organizing materials from SIFF’s past. You’ll find interactive flipbooks of each Festival’s catalog, photo and video assets, full lists of the feature films that we played each year, and other highlights. Learning about the history of Seattle’s film scene has never been easier, and it’s all publicly available—for researchers and the casually interested alike.
Festival, News
50th Seattle International Film Festival Merch is Here!
April 30, 2024
Our Festival Merch has hit the SIFF Shop! Celebrate in style with a fabulous and festive tee, hat, hoodie, and more. Order online, or get your merch in-person on Opening Night or at our Lounge or Downtown shop locations.
Cinema, Festival
Five Roles that Made SIFF Fall in Love with June Squibb
April 26, 2024
We’re opening this year’s Festival with the comedy–action flick Thelma because watching Squibb do her own stunts at 93 years old in her first leading film role is a complete joy to watch. Love June Squibb as much as we do? Meet the wonderful, utterly hilarious actor behind these amazing cinematic moments at a special Honoree Brunch at Palace Kitchen May 11!
Cinema, Festival
Choose Your SIFFTY 6-Pack Party Theme!
April 25, 2024
Hoping to catch a wide range of movies this year but only have your eye on a couple so far? Bought a 6-Pack but not sure which of SIFFTY’s 144 features to use it on? No matter what kind of partier you are, we’ve got you covered with these suggested 6-Pack party themes.
Events, Festival
SIFFTY Passport
April 24, 2024
Three cheers for SIFFTY years! If you loved exploring the movieverse last year with your handy dandy Captain’s Log, then hold onto your party hat because we’ve brought back the fun this year in the form of the SIFFTY Passport.
News
Impact Report 2023
April 22, 2024
We are thrilled to share SIFF’s 2023 Impact Report, reflecting some of the incredible work and diverse activities you helped us and our film community achieve.
Events, Festival
Celebrate SIFF’s Golden Anniversary with 16 Golden Tickets
April 22, 2024
Get ready to party! It’s our golden anniversary, and to kick things off right, SIFF is working with 16 local businesses and organizations to hide a limited number of Golden Tickets all around Seattle.
Festival
Special Guests for SIFF 2024
April 17, 2024
A list of guests scheduled to attend the 50th Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival, Video
50th Seattle International Film Festival Trailer
April 17, 2024
The official trailer for the 50th Seattle International Film Festival, in theaters May 9–19 and streaming on the SIFF Channel May 20–27.
Cinema, Festival, News
2024 cINeDIGENOUS Program Highlights
April 12, 2024
A sneak preview of some of the films featured in the cINeDIGENOUS program at the 50th Seattle International Film Festival.
Cinema, Festival
SIFFRAFF's Most Surprising Cinema Moments
April 8, 2024
This year’s Seattle International Film Festival ushers in 50 Years of Surprising Cinema for SIFF, a milestone achievement for all the film lovers who have come together over the past half century to delight in films that shock, awe, and inspire. We here at the SIFF office thought it would be fun to kick off the SIFFTY season by sharing some of our most surprising cinema moments with you.
April at SIFF
April 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this April at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema, Festival
Individuals and Immortality: Tilda Swinton
March 25, 2024
A 1993 interview with Tilda Swinton about her role in the film Orlando. Interview by Andy Spletzer, a former film critic and current programmer for the Seattle International Film Festival.
Cinema, Events
A Monster of One’s Own
March 21, 2024
Lifelong Godzilla fan Justin Robert Vinall recently introduced a 70th anniversary screening of Godzilla as part of the March Monster Madness series. Justin recalls the movie-going experiences that cemented his place as a Godzilla super-fan, as well as where the film has come in the 70 years since its release.
Events, Festival, Industry
Justine Barda’s Best of Berlinale 2024
March 20, 2024
Berlinale wrapped its 74th annual festival last month, culminating another spectacular 11-day showcase of artistic, forward-thinking, and political films. Justine Barda, one of our Senior Programmers, was there to enjoy some exciting new releases and experience the jubilant atmosphere of this fixture of Berlin culture.
Cinema, Events
SIFF Tiny Mic Interview: Ben Gibbard
March 14, 2024
A SIFF Tiny Mic Interview with SIFF Board Member and luminary Seattle musician Ben Gibbard (Death Cab for Cutie, The Postal Service) as part of our new Talking Pictures series.
Festival
Festival First Look: Six Films to Celebrate SIFFTY
March 12, 2024
Six films to celebrate SIFFTY. An early lineup preview release.
Cinema, News
An Update to Our In-Person Ticket Pricing
March 6, 2024
As of Friday, March 1, SIFF has introduced a $2.00 service fee per ticket to all in-person purchases.
Cinema, Events
March at SIFF
February 29, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this March at SIFF Cinemas.
Festival
SIFF 2024 Social Media Toolkit
February 22, 2024
The 50th Seattle International Film Festival social media toolkit will help you celebrate 50 years of surprising cinema at the Seattle International Film Festival, from May 9 to 19, 2024.
Cinema
February at SIFF
February 1, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this February at SIFF Cinemas.
Festival
My Festival Journey
January 15, 2024
Hear from Megan Leonard on her film festival journey—from starting as a programming intern at SIFF in 2010, to having her film premiering at Sundance this month.
Cinema, Events
Mean Girls: Events and Giveaways
January 8, 2024
Join SIFF for exciting Mean Girls events and a giveaway - from Mean Girls-inspired Top Pot doughnuts to the groolest movie event with Armoire, and more!
Cinema
January at SIFF
January 4, 2024
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this January at SIFF Cinemas.
Photo Gallery
SIFF Education Year-in-Review: 2023
December 20, 2023
A look back at this year of SIFF Education, from Film Talks to Filmmaking Camps and more!
Cinema, Events, Video
SIFF Cinema Downtown Grand Opening
December 18, 2023
Enjoy these highlights from the opening of SIFF Cinema Downtown. Video created by our friends at Seattle Video Productions.
Cinema, Video
SIFF Tiny Mic Interview: Fantasy A
December 14, 2023
A SIFF Tiny Mic Interview with Seattle rapper Fantasy A for the Seattle Film Critics Society screening of Fantasy A Gets A Mattress.
Cinema, Events
Win a Golden Ticket at Wonka
December 13, 2023
You’ll be leaping out of bed like Grandpa Joe with this news! Five (5) patrons attending Wonka at SIFF Cinema Downtown will have the chance to win a Golden Ticket, redeeming a year of free chocolate popcorn at Downtown AND a Film Pass to the 2024 Seattle International Film Festival. Golden Tickets are on the backs of five (5) random SIFF chocolate bars.
A Film Frame of Mind with Megan Garbayo-López and Kelbi Maldonado
December 5, 2023
Presented by C89.5 in partnership with 4Culture, Coping 101’s Artist Mental Health Stories amplify voices from King County’s cultural sector to empower individual artists, uplift the creative community and destigmatize mental health from a teen’s perspective.
Cinema, SIFF Suggests
SIFFRAFF Selects: Unconventional for the Holidays
December 4, 2023
What makes a holiday film a holiday film? We found that, while not every movie is perfect for seasonal enjoyment, any movie can be considered a holiday favorite according to personal criteria. SIFFRAFF selected their favorite unconventional festive films, based on plot, vibes, feelings, or good ol' tradition.
December at SIFF
December 1, 2023
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this December at SIFF Cinemas.
SIFF Tiny Mic Interview: Catherine Hardwicke
November 28, 2023
A SIFF Tiny Mic Interview with director Catherine Hardwick for the 15 Year Anniversary screening of Twilight.
Cinema, Events, Video
Twilight 15th Anniversary Recap
November 20, 2023
A recap of the 15 Year Anniversary screening of Twilight with Director Catherine Hardwicke on November 17, 2023. A super sparkly event that we’ll remember forever and ever!
Cinema
November at SIFF
November 1, 2023
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this November at SIFF Cinemas.
Events, Photo Gallery
SIFF DocFest 2023 Gallery
October 17, 2023
Photo highlights from the third annual SIFF DocFest, held at SIFF Cinema Uptown from October 5-12, 2023.
Cinema, Events
Cinema Italian Style | Trailer
October 16, 2023
Cinema Italian Style features some of the best Italian films. Entering its 15th year, the festival will take place November 9–16, 2023 at SIFF Cinema Uptown. Join us for una settimana di straordinari film italiani.
Cinema, Events
October at SIFF
October 1, 2023
With the new month we welcome a new lineup of films, series, events, and more! See what's happening this October at SIFF Cinemas.
Cinema
Dialogues with Laura Mars
September 26, 2023
SIFF Office Manager Caroline Beston selected and will be introducing our October Movie Club selection, Eyes of Laura Mars. She's provided some supplemental cinema if Eyes gives you a Giallo itch you want to scratch: "I enjoy thinking about how pieces of art examine different facets of the same elements and themes. This is a list of films I think of as in conversation with Eyes of Laura Mars, whether they came before and influenced its style, or were produced after and explore similar motifs."
Cinema
Sofia: What We Have Here Is a Dreamer
September 25, 2023
Sofia Coppola’s The Virgin Suicides was released in what many refer to as the “Best Film Year Ever”–1999. Read more reflections on the September Movie Club selection from SIFF Social Media Manager Shelby Smout.
Events, Photo Gallery
Marquee Gala 2023 Gallery
September 22, 2023
Highlights from the 2023 Marquee Gala at the Paramount Theatre. Thank you to all who attended!
Cinema, Events, Festival
Guests Scheduled for DocFest 2023
September 21, 2023
SIFF's third annual DocFest returns October 5-12, 2023 at SIFF Cinema Uptown. Join us for a celebration of all films documentary, with the very filmmakers and experts who brought these films to life.
Cinema, News
$6 Movie Mondays
September 13, 2023
SIFF is excited to announce the start of $6 Movie Mondays at all SIFF Cinemas on September 18th. (Exclusions may apply.)
Cinema, Events
SIFF DocFest 2023 | Trailer
September 6, 2023
The official trailer for SIFF's third annual DocFest, a celebration of all films documentary. Happening October 5-12, 2023 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Cinema, Events
Marquee Gala Letterboxd Inspo
September 1, 2023
Find inspiration on our Letterboxd for our 2023 Marquee Gala, with our theme styled after the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Cinema
Troubled Teens on Screen
August 21, 2023
School’s back in session for a new Film Talk - The Kids Aren’t Alright: Troubled Teens on Screen. Join local filmmaker Jeremy Cropf as he explores one of the most enduring genres of the past few decades - the teen movie.
Cinema, Events
Celebrate National Cinema Day at SIFF with $4 Tickets on August 27
August 21, 2023
All tickets, for all movies, formats, and showtimes for no more than $4!
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: BACK2SCHOOL
August 11, 2023
Your school syllabus is here, and it lists SIFF Staff's required watching for this back to school season.
Photo Gallery
SIFF Cinema Barbie World Gallery
July 24, 2023
The Egyptian transformed into a SIFF Cinema Barbie World to kick off the sold-out opening of Barbie on July 20. Movie-goers dressed in their Barbie best as they walked the pink carpet, enjoyed treats from Trophy cupcakes, won trivia prizes, and more!
Cinema, SIFF Suggests
SIFFRAFF Selects: Dolls on Film
July 6, 2023
SIFF Staff compile a list of their favorite dolls in movies that have made an impact.
Cinema, Events
You're Invited - SIFF Cinema Barbie World
July 3, 2023
Dress in your Barbie best and join us for Barbie Opening Night on July 20 with photo ops on the pink carpet, free Barbie-esque cupcakes courtesy of Trophy Cupcakes, Barbie-themed trivia and giveaways, and more Barbiecore surprises.
Cinema
SIFF Summer Film Bingo
June 14, 2023
Check off the films you see this summer at any SIFF cinema on our SIFF Summer Film Bingo card for a chance to win sizzling hot prizes.
Cinema, SIFF Suggests
Queer SIFFRAFF Selects: Pride Picks
June 13, 2023
SIFF Staff compile a list of their favorite queer films. Happy Pride Month from SIFF!
Video
Series Trailer - Dreams & Nightmares: The Films of David Lynch
June 10, 2023
The series trailer for Dreams & Nightmares: The Films of David Lynch.
Photo Gallery
49th Seattle International Film Festival Gallery
June 9, 2023
The 49th annual Seattle International Film Festival held from May 11–21, 2023 taking Seattle moviegoers on a cinematic odyssey at venues across the city.
Cinema
Why David Lynch’s Dune is the best Dune (a purely personal opinion)
June 5, 2023
David Lynch's Dune will be shown at the Egyptian on June 21 and July 1 & 6 as part of SIFF's series, Dreams & Nightmares: The Films of David Lynch.
Cinema
Film Notes: Amarcord
June 5, 2023
Amarcord (1973) film notes by Tova Gannana for Greg Olson’s Life is a Feast: The Cinema of Federico Fellini at SIFF.
Cinema
Film Notes: Juliet Of The Spirits
May 31, 2023
Juliet Of The Spirits (1965) film notes by Tova Gannana for Greg Olson’s Life is a Feast: TheCinema of Federico Fellini series, running April to June 2023 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Events, Festival
SIFF 2023 Award Winners
May 21, 2023
A full list of the award-winning films from the 49th Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival
Selling Quickly
May 21, 2023
A list updated daily of films and events selling quickly at the 49th annual Seattle International Film Festival (in person May 11-21, 2023, followed by a week of select films streaming May 22–28).
Festival
SIFF & Chill Streaming Giveaway
May 20, 2023
Purchase a streaming ticket by midnight on Monday to be entered to win a limited edition swag bag full of goodies to enjoy while streaming!
Festival, Video
49th Seattle International Film Festival Opening Night Montage
May 16, 2023
The opening night montage for the 49th Seattle International Film Festival, returning in person May 11–21, 2023.
Festival
Festival Greetings From Beth and Tom
May 11, 2023
Seattle International Film Festival 2023 greetings from SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett and SIFF Executive Director Tom Mara.
Cinema, Industry, News
SIFF Acquires Seattle Cinerama Theater
May 11, 2023
SIFF has acquired the Seattle Cinerama Theater and will be reopening the venue in 2023.
Festival
SIFF 2023 Captain’s Log
May 9, 2023
Captain’s Log, stardate 5202.3. Our destination is the SIFF movieverse, where every SIFFtronaut can win prizes for boldly going where no one has gone before!
Cinema
Film Notes: Nights Of Cabiria
May 2, 2023
Nights Of Cabiria (1957) film notes by Tova Gannana for Greg Olson’s Life is a Feast: The Cinema of Federico Fellini at SIFF.
Festival
Festival Greetings from Diana E. Knauf, SIFF Board President
May 1, 2023
Seattle International Film Festival 2023 greetings from Diana Knauf, SIFF Board President.
Festival
Explore Seattle to Find SIFF 2023 Golden Tickets
April 28, 2023
Liftoff in 3, 2, 1… To rocketboost your entry into the movieverse, SIFF is working with 12 local businesses to hide a limited number of Golden Tickets all around Seattle!
Cinema
Film Notes: La Strada
April 24, 2023
La Strada (1954) film notes by Tova Gannana for Greg Olson’s Life is a Feast: The Cinema of Federico Fellini series, running April to June 2023 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Festival, Video
49th Seattle International Film Festival Trailer
April 19, 2023
The official trailer for the 49th Seattle International Film Festival, returning in person May 11–21, 2023.
Cinema
Film Notes: I Vitelloni
April 18, 2023
I Vitelloni (1953) film notes by Tova Gannana for Greg Olson’s Life is a Feast: The Cinema of Federico Fellini series, running April to June 2023 at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
Festival
Festival Tease: Explore the Next 6 Titles
March 31, 2023
Take another peek into the movieverse with more Seattle International Film Festival titles just announced.
Festival, Programmer Picks
Meet the Programmers 2023
March 29, 2023
Meet the 25 programmers who watch films year-round to pluck the best of the best for the Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival
SIFF 2023 Social Media Toolkit
March 20, 2023
The 49th Seattle International Film Festival social media toolkit will help you #ExploretheMovieverse and celebrate all the films and festival fun with your community.
Festival, News
Festival Tease: Explore the First 6 Titles
March 14, 2023
Take a peek into the movieverse with the first six 49th Seattle International Film Festival titles just announced.
Industry, News
Beth's Oscars Recap 2023
March 13, 2023
SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett recaps the 95th Academy Awards from Michelle Yeoh's historic moment as first Asian Best Actress winner to the SIFF 2022 Opening Night film (Navalny) winning for Best Documentary.
Cinema
Key Frames: Reese's Essential Animations
March 8, 2023
Our Graphic Designer and resident animation aficionado Reese Iliakis writes about his favorite animated features and what makes the medium so special.
Festival
What's Your (Pass) Type?
February 23, 2023
Wondering what Seattle International Film Festival pass type is right for you? Take our quiz to find your perfect match.
Cinema, Events, Photo Gallery
Noir City 2023 Opening Night
February 10, 2023
Opening night of the 15th annual Noir City film festival at SIFF Cinema Egyptian on February 10, 2023.
Cinema, Festival, Industry, News
Oscar Nominees 2023 x SIFF
January 25, 2023
Full list of nominees for the 2023 Academy Awards, highlighting those that have played at SIFF.
Cinema
National Popcorn Day
January 19, 2023
Enjoy $1.00 popcorn (any size) at SIFF Cinema Uptown and Egyptian on January 19, 2023 in celebration of National Popcorn Day.
Cinema, Events, News
SIFFRAFF Musings: The Magic of Ponyo
December 6, 2022
A look into SIFF Graphic Designer Reese Iliakis' wonderfully informative Saturday Morning Cartoons introductions.
Cinema, Events, Festival, Industry
In Conversation with Cinema Italian Style Programmer, Angelo Acerbi
November 7, 2022
Programmer Angelo Acerbi answers a few questions from SIFF's Director of Marketing, Elodie Rousseau-Vercel, on the Cinema Italian Style festival.
Cinema, Events
Cat Cameos in Cinema
October 17, 2022
SIFF Programmer Dan Doody shares his thoughts on cats in film.
Cinema
Universal Monsters: A Whole Lot of Horror
September 28, 2022
SIFF Programmer Dan Doody shares his thoughts on Universal Monsters.
Cinema, Events, News
Dreams of Memory, Dreams of You: The Films of Philip K. Dick
September 14, 2022
SIFF Contributor Emily Sawan details the novels of Philip K. Dick and their adaptations featured at SIFF.
Cinema, Events, News
Celebrate National Cinema Day at SIFF with $3 Tickets on September 3
August 28, 2022
All tickets, for all movies, formats, and showtimes for no more than $3!
Cinema
Auteur Theory: Three Perspectives
August 12, 2022
Three members of our SIFF staff contribute their perspectives on auteur theory.
Events, News
Become a Year-Round Volunteer at SIFF!
July 22, 2022
SIFF Launches Year-Round Volunteer Opportunities
Cinema, Events, Industry
SIFF Interviews Jan Haaken, Director of Our Bodies, Our Doctors
July 19, 2022
SIFF Interviews Jan Haaken, Director of Our Bodies, Our Doctors
Festival, News
Remembering Maryna Ajaja
June 27, 2022
Seattle International Film Festival Senior Programmer Maryna Ajaja passed away on June 25, 2022. We will remember and love her always.
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: Musical Biopics
June 22, 2022
SIFF Staff compile a list of their favorite musical biopics.
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: Movie Cats
June 14, 2022
To celebrate the return of CatVideoFest, SIFF staff have compiled a list of their favorite movie cats!
News
An Update Regarding April 24 Incident at SIFF Cinema Egyptian
April 29, 2022
An update regarding April 24 incident at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
Festival, Industry, News
SIFF 2022 Award Winners
April 24, 2022
A full list of the award-winning films from the 48th Seattle International Film Festival (April 14-24, 2022).
Festival, News
Selling Quickly
April 23, 2022
A list updated daily of films and events selling quickly at the 48th annual Seattle International Film Festival (April 14-24, 2022).
Festival
Meet the SIFF Film Finder
April 6, 2022
Looking to get the most out of your Festival experience? SIFF has just the trick to aid you on your quest to seek new cinema.
Festival, Industry
Special Guests for SIFF 2022
April 5, 2022
A list of guests scheduled to attend the 48th Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival
Hide & Seek New Cinema with SIFF’s Hidden Festival Golden Tickets
April 4, 2022
Hide & Seek New Cinema with SIFF’s hidden Festival Golden Tickets.
Festival
Festival Greetings from Diana E. Knauf, SIFF Board President
March 31, 2022
Seattle International Film Festival 2022 greetings from Diana Knauf, SIFF Board President.
Festival, Programmer Picks
Meet the Programmers
March 30, 2022
Meet the 27 humans who programmed the 48th annual Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival, News
Festival Sneak Peek
March 22, 2022
A sneak peek at 10 buzzworthy titles predicted to be this year’s fan favorites at the 48th Seattle International Film Festival. Full lineup announced on March 30.
Festival
Seattle International Film Festival Merch is Here!
March 15, 2022
Seattle International Film Festival 2022 Merch is Here!
Festival
SIFF 2022 Social Media Toolkit
March 11, 2022
Embrace the 48th Seattle International Film Festival by applying these #SeekNewCinema social media toolkit tenets.
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: Neo-Noir
February 14, 2022
In celebration of our 14th annual Noir City film festival, SIFF cinema staff select their favorite Neo-Noir films that in some way complicate, add to, or explore the classic black-and-white Noir film genre of tough gumshoes, classy broads, and the futility of man's world.
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: Movie Moms
February 4, 2022
To celebrate the release of Pedro Almodovar's Parallel Mothers, SIFF Cinema staff share their favorite maternal characters in film.
Events, News
LANGSTON Produces Another Blockbuster Crash Camp in the Central District
December 8, 2021
LANGSTON produces another blockbuster Crash camp in the Central District.
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: Coming of Age
November 19, 2021
With the release of Kenneth Branagh's Belfast, SIFF Cinema staff share their favorite coming of age flicks.
Festival, Industry, News
4th World Filmmakers on Nia Tero’s Seedcast
November 8, 2021
The 4th World Media Lab 2021 fellows talk on Nia Tero's Seedcast about the state of Native filmmaking and how Indigenous-focused spaces make room for growth.
Cinema
Free Pizza with Cinema Italian Style Pass
October 19, 2021
Purchase a Cinema Italian Style pass by October 31, 2021 and receive a complimentary pizza from Tutta Bella.
Cinema
SIFFRAFF Selects: What's Up, DocFest?
September 16, 2021
The SIFF staff—also known as “SIFFRAFF”—are so delighted by our upcoming DocFest that we decided to create a list of our favorite documentaries.
Events, News
cINeDIGENOUS Summer Film & Drive-In Series
July 22, 2021
With Nia Tero, we are thrilled to present the first cINeDIGENOUS Summer Film & Drive-In Series! The series features Indigenous-made films from around the world and all events are free and open to the public.
Industry
Jury Duty: Beth Barrett at Milwaukee Film Festival
May 12, 2021
SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett enlightens us on what's involved in being a film festival jury member, and recommends some films from the Milwaukee Film Festival 2021 lineup.
Festival, Industry, SIFFcast
Build It and They Will Come: Virtual Film Community
May 10, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Forum with Gemma Gracewood (Letterboxd), Lilly Riber (MUBI), and Lela Meadow-Conner (Film Festival Alliance).
Festival, SIFFcast
Diving Into Nature Roundtable
April 29, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the directors of Son of Monarchs and Super Frenchie.
Festival, SIFFcast
cINeDIGENOUS: Roots and Ancestors Roundtable
April 22, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the directors of Fruits of Labor and Waikiki.
Festival, SIFFcast
Taiwan Films Roundtable
April 22, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the filmmakers from Final Exam, The Teacher, and Get the Hell Out.
Festival
SIFF 2021 Award Winners
April 18, 2021
A full list of the award-winning films from the 47th Seattle International Film Festival (April 8-18, 2021).
Festival, News
Selling Quickly
April 17, 2021
A list updated daily of films and events selling quickly at the 47th annual Seattle International Film Festival (April 8-18, 2021).
Festival, SIFFcast
World Building Through Production Design Roundtable
April 17, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the directors of Wyrm, Potato Dreams of America, Strawberry Mansion, The Dog Who Wouldn't Be Quiet, and The Pink Cloud
Festival, SIFFcast
Ma Belle, My Beauty Q&A
April 17, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Q&A with Ma Belle, My Beauty director Marion Hill.
Festival, SIFFcast
Shifting Lenses Roundtable
April 16, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the directors of I’M FINE (Thanks for Asking) and Topside.
Festival
Meet Marlowe Dobbe: The Illustrator Behind the SIFF 2021 Artwork
April 15, 2021
Meet Marlowe Dobbe, the Portland-based artist who illustrated the 2021 Seattle International Film Festival artwork.
Festival, SIFFcast
Ibero-American Roundtable
April 15, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the directors from the Ibero-American Cinema program.
SIFF Suggests
LANGSTON Presents the Seattle Black Film Festival
April 14, 2021
The Seattle Black Film Festival is presenting a stellar line-up of 80+ films from across the diaspora.
Festival, SIFFcast
Documentaries as Document Roundtable
April 14, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with the directors of Street Gang: How We Got to Sesame Street and Truman and Tennessee: An Intimate Conversation.
Festival, SIFFcast
What The Femme Roundtable
April 14, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with five directors with films in the WTF program.
Festival
At the Hair Salon with Deadly Cuts Director Rachel Carey
April 13, 2021
We asked director Rachel Carey for a list of her fave hair movies in celebration of her blackly comic feature debut Deadly Cuts, set in a working-class Dublin hair salon.
Festival, SIFFcast
Documentary Shorts Roundtable
April 13, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 Roundtable discussion with several documentary short filmmakers.
Festival, SIFFcast
SIFFcast: SIFF 2021 Summertime Q&A
April 12, 2021
Recording of a SIFF 2021 live Q&A with Summertime director Carlos López Estrada plus actors/writers/poets Tyris Winter and Mila Cuda.
Events, Festival
Tracy Rector and the Journey to cINeDIGENOUS
April 10, 2021
Honoring the past and present of Indigenous film education and curation at SIFF.
Festival
Festival Bingo
April 8, 2021
Have some bingo fun with these tips on how to get the best out of your 2021 Seattle International Film Festival.
Mayor’s Award For Outstanding Achievement In Film
April 8, 2021
The recipient 2021 Mayor's Award for Outstanding Achievement in Film is Vivian Hua (華婷婷): writer, filmmaker, organizer, and Executive Director of Northwest Film Forum.
Festival, SIFFcast
SIFFcast: Brazilian Cinema
April 8, 2021
SIFFcast sits down with filmmakers Iuli Gerbase (The Pink Cloud) and Cássio Pereira Dos Santo (Valentina) to talk about their feature debuts, both screening as part of SIFF's 2021 Ibero-American Cinema program.
Festival, SIFFcast
SIFFcast: Northwest Connections Filmmaker Roundtable
April 7, 2021
SIFFcast sits down with a few of the filmmakers from the 47th Seattle International Film Festival's Northwest Connections program to discuss casting locally, filming in Washington, and finishing their films in the midst of a pandemic.
Cinema, Festival
Shop SIFF
April 6, 2021
Shop SIFF and Seattle International Film Festival merchandise at the siffshop.net.
Festival, Video
The Cinematic Trinity: Filmmaker as Artist + Industry as Conduit + Audience™
April 2, 2021
New Works-in-Progress Forum curator Kathleen McInnis describes the moment that sparked the idea for the program.
Festival, Programmer Picks
Meet the Programmers
March 24, 2021
Meet the 27 humans who programmed the 47th annual Seattle International Film Festival.
Festival Greetings from Beth and Stan
March 24, 2021
Seattle International Film Festival 2021 greetings from Artistic Director Beth Barrett and Festival Programming Manager Stan Shields.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast: Noir City 2020
February 5, 2020
We welcome back "Czar of Noir" Eddie Muller, host of TCM's Noir Alley, to talk about Noir City (February 14-20, 2020 at SIFF Cinema Egyptian).
SIFFcast
SIFFcast: Best of 2019 Part 2
February 4, 2020
In part two of this special Best of 2019 series, we continuing recapping the past year in film and chat with director Kasi Lemmons about her hit Oscar-nominated film Harriet.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast: Best of 2019 Part 1
January 8, 2020
In this special two-part episode, we recap the past year in film with stunt coordinator Robert Nagle, who talks about creating racing sequences for the acclaimed Ford v Ferrari.
SIFFcast
Scared SIFF 2019 Episode 3 with Emmett Montgomery
October 25, 2019
On the third episode of Scared SIFF 2019, Clinton and Colleen discuss the most memorable portrayals of Satan in film and Clinton chats with comedian Emmett Montgomery about Ari Aster’s Midsommar.
Photo Gallery
Sip for SIFF 2019
October 24, 2019
Photos from SIFF's annual fundraising gala, Sip for SIFF.
SIFFcast
Scared SIFF 2019 Episode 2 with Chelsea Stardust
October 18, 2019
The ScaredSIFF crew interviews SATANIC PANIC director Chelsea Stardust and discuss folk horror films.
SIFFcast
Scared SIFF 2019 Episode 1
October 12, 2019
SIFF WTF programmers Clinton McClung and Colleen O'Holleran provide a primer on director Herschell Gordon Lewis and interview the filmmakers of Scream, Queen: My Nightmare on Elm Street.
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French Cinema Now 2019
September 26, 2019
Photos from SIFF's annual celebration of French-language film at SIFF Cinema Uptown.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 7
June 7, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 7, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 6
June 6, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 6, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 5
June 5, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 5, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 4
June 4, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 4, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 3
June 3, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 3, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 2
June 2, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 2, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | June 1
June 1, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on June 1, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 31
May 31, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 31, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 30
May 30, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 30, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 28
May 28, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 28, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 27
May 27, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 27, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 26
May 26, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 26, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 25
May 25, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 25, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 24
May 24, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 24, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 23
May 23, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 23, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 22
May 22, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 22, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 21
May 21, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 21, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 19
May 19, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 19, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 18
May 18, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 18, 2019.
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SIFF 2019 Daily Recap | May 17
May 17, 2019
Photos from the 45th Seattle International Film Festival on May 17, 2019.
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Opening Night Gala | SIFF 2019
May 16, 2019
Photos from the Opening Night of the 45th Seattle International Film Festival.
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Volunteer Meeting 2019
April 14, 2019
Photos from the 2019 Volunteer Meeting for new and returning Seattle International Film Festival volunteers.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast: Oscar Edition 2019
February 20, 2019
Jeremy and SJ recap the cinematic highlights of 2018 with a panel of filmmakers, film critics, and programmers.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Scared SIFF The Halloween Episode
October 31, 2018
A conversation with Scared SIFF The Halloween Episode, featuring actress Barbara Crampton and Isabella Price
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Shriek: Women in Film Class
October 29, 2018
A Conversation with Shriek: Women in Film Class, with guests Evan J. Peterson and Heather Marie Bartels
SIFFcast
Scared SIFF Episode 3
October 24, 2018
The ScaredSIFF crew talks about diversity and representation in genre filmmaking, and to actor John Cho about his work on "The Exorcist" series and new film SEARCHING.
Photo Gallery
Sip for SIFF 2018
October 18, 2018
Photos from SIFF's annual fundraising gala, Sip for SIFF.
SIFFcast
Scared SIFF | Episode 2 (Boutique Labels and Strowlers Interview)
October 18, 2018
The ScaredSIFF crew talks about home video and to the director and producer of the new web series, STROWLERS
SIFFcast
Scared SIFF with Clinton McClung and Colleen O'Holleran | Episode 1
October 3, 2018
Jeremy talks with SIFF WTF Programmers Clinton McClung and Colleen O'Holleran for the first episode of Scared SIFF
SIFFcast
SIFFcats with Will Braden and Rebecca Oertel
September 14, 2018
Jeremy talks Cat Video Fest with Will Braden and Rebecca Oertel
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Megumi Sasaki
September 4, 2018
Jeremy talks with Megumi Sasaki, director of A WHALE OF A TALE
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Jon M. Chu
August 22, 2018
Jeremy sits down with Jon M. Chu, director of the new smash-hit romantic comedy CRAZY RICH ASIANS.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Marc Turtletaub
August 15, 2018
SJ Chiro sits down with producer and director Marc Turtletaub to discuss his new film PUZZLE.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Carlos López Estrada
August 6, 2018
SJ Chiro sits down with director Carlos López Estrada to talk about his film BLINDSPOTTING
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Kimberly Reed and John S. Adams
July 30, 2018
Jeremy sits down with documentary filmmaker Kimberly Reed and investigative journalist John S. Adams to talk about their film DARK MONEY.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Pablo Solarz
July 13, 2018
SJ Chiro catches up with THE LAST SUIT director Pablo Solarz about his SIFF Golden Space Needle winning film.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Gus Van Sant and Beth Ditto
July 8, 2018
SJ Chiro chats with legendary Pacific Northwest filmmaker Gus Van Sant and actress/musician Beth Ditto about their new film DON'T WORRY, HE WON'T GET FAR ON FOOT.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Yixi Sun
July 6, 2018
Director Yixi Sun sits down with Jeremy to discuss her new horror film SUSU
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Bo Burnham and Elsie Fisher
June 23, 2018
SJ Chiro sits down with director Bo Burnham and actress Elsie Fisher to discuss their film EIGHTH GRADE (Best Film winner at SIFF 2018).
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Lisa D'Apolito
June 17, 2018
SJ Chiro sits down with filmmaker Lisa D'Apolito about her new documentary LOVE, GILDA.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Luciana Kaplan
June 14, 2018
Jeremy sits down with director Luciana Kaplan to discuss her new documentary RUSH HOUR.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Phil Burgers
June 13, 2018
Jeremy sits down with actor Phil Burgers to discuss his role in the new short film THE PASSAGE.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Mikko Makela
June 11, 2018
Jeremy chats with director Mikko Makela about his film A Moment in the Reeds.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Kristina Wagenbauer
June 11, 2018
Jeremy speaks with Writer/Director Kristina Wagenbauer about her feature debut film, Sashinka, making it's world premiere at SIFF 2018.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Aislinn Clarke
June 11, 2018
Director Aislinn Clarke joins Jeremy in the studio to discuss her feature debut The Devil's Doorway.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap June 10
June 10, 2018
A collection of photos from day 23 of the Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap June 9
June 9, 2018
A collection of photos from day 24 of the Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap June 8
June 8, 2018
A collection of photos from day 23 of the Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap June 7
June 7, 2018
A collection of photos from day 22 of the Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | June 6, 2018
June 6, 2018
A collection of photos from day 21 of the Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | June 5, 2018
June 5, 2018
A collection of photos from day 20 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Boots Riley
June 5, 2018
Jeremy sits down with rapper, producer, screenwriter and film director Boots Riley to discuss Sorry To Bother You.
Photo Gallery
SIFF 2018 Daily Recap June 4
June 4, 2018
A collection of photos from day 19 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | June 3, 2018
June 3, 2018
A collection of photos from day 18 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | June 2, 2018
June 2, 2018
A collection of photos from day 17 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Morgan Neville
June 2, 2018
Jeremy Cropf sits down with Academy-Award winning director Morgan Neville to discuss his new documentary Won't You Be My Neighbor.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Vlada Knowlton
June 2, 2018
Seattle-based director Vlada Knowlton joins the show to discuss her new documentary The Most Dangerous Year.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Anne Rosellini
June 2, 2018
SJ Chiro sits down with local writer/producer Anne Rosellini to talk about her newest film Leave No Trace.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Christina Choe
June 2, 2018
SJ Chiro sits down with director Christina Choe to discuss her directorial debut Nancy.
Photo Gallery
SIFF 2018 Daily Recap June 1
June 1, 2018
A collection of photos from day 16 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Beth Castle and Madonna Thunder Hawk
June 1, 2018
SJ Chiro chats with the filmmaker and subject of the new documentary WARRIOR WOMEN
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap May 31
May 31, 2018
A collection of photos from day 15 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 30, 2018
May 30, 2018
A collection of photos from day 14 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 29
May 29, 2018
A collection of photographs from day 13 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Brett Haley
May 29, 2018
SIFFcast talks with Director Brett Haley about his new film HEARTS BEAT LOUD.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 28, 2018
May 28, 2018
A collection of photographs from day 12 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 27
May 27, 2018
A collection of photos from day 11 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 26
May 26, 2018
A collection of photos from day 10 of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast: WTF Programmers' Picks
May 26, 2018
WTF and Midnight Movie programmers Clinton McClung and Colleen O'Holleran pick some of their highlights from the 2018 festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Megan Griffiths
May 26, 2018
SIFFcast talks with Seattle-based Director Megan Griffiths about her new film SADIE.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 25, 2018
May 25, 2018
Photography from day seven of the Seattle International Film Festival
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 24, 2018
May 24, 2018
Photography from day six of the 2018 Seattle International Film Festival
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap May 23
May 23, 2018
Photography from day five of the 2018 Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFCast: The SIFF VR Zone
May 23, 2018
Marco Collins, Kim Voynar, and Nathaniel Pinzon talk about the SIFF 2018 VR Zone.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Lucy Coleman and Sarah Gaul
May 22, 2018
SIFFcast talks with Writer/Director Lucy Coleman and actress Sarah Gaul about their new film HOT MESS.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap May 21
May 21, 2018
Photography from day five of the 2018 Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Michael McNamara and Aaron Hancox
May 21, 2018
SIFFcast chats with Michael McNamara and Aaron Hancox about their new documentary CATWALK: TALES FROM THE CAT SHOW CIRCUIT
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Bart Layton
May 21, 2018
SIFFcast talks with director Bart Layton about his new heist film AMERICAN ANIMALS.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 20, 2018
May 20, 2018
Photography from day four of the 2018 Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 19, 2018
May 19, 2018
Photography from day three of the 2018 Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast Programmers Picks with Dan Doody
May 19, 2018
SIFFcast Programmers Picks with Dan Doody
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Brent Hodge
May 19, 2018
SJ Chiro, co-host of SIFFcast, interviews Brent Hodge
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Pascal Plante
May 19, 2018
SIFFcast chats with Pascal Plante about his film FAKE TATTOOS.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap May 18
May 18, 2018
Photography from day two of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 17, 2018
May 17, 2018
Photography from the Opening Night of the 44th Seattle International Film Festival
SIFFcast
SIFFcast Programmers Picks with Hebe Tabachnick
May 17, 2018
SIFF Programmer, Hebe Tabachnick discusses her top picks for the 44th Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFF 2018 Daily Recap | May 16, 2018
May 16, 2018
SIFF 2018 Daily Recap May 16: SIFF VR Zone Press Launch
SIFFcast
SIFFcast Programmers Picks with Stan Shields
May 15, 2018
SIFF Programming Manager, Stan Shields discusses his top picks for the 44th Annual Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast Programmers Picks with Megan Leonard
May 14, 2018
SIFF Programmer, Megan Leonard discusses her top picks for the 44th Annual Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast Programmers Picks with Beth Barrett
May 11, 2018
SIFF's Artistic Director Beth Barrett discusses her top picks for the 44th Annual Seattle International Film Festival.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Betsy West and Julie Cohen.
May 1, 2018
SIFFcast chats with directors Betsy West and Julie Cohen about their new documentary RBG, about the legal legacy of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Aaron Moorhouse and Justin Benson
April 25, 2018
SIFFcast chats to directors Aaron Moorhouse and Justin Benson about the ir new film The Endless.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Andrew Haigh
April 10, 2018
Director Andrew Haigh (Weekend, 45 Years, Looking) discusses his new film Lean on Pete with SIFFcast.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Lynn Shelton
April 4, 2018
Seattle's own Lynn Shelton joins SIFFcast to chat about her new film Outside In, filming in Washington state, and working with stars Jay Duplass and Edie Falco.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Kasi Lemmons
March 28, 2018
Kasi Lemmons (actress in Silence of the Lambs, director of Eve's Bayou) discusses her intense career, spanning from her childhood to the present day.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Greg Berlanti, Nick Robinson, and Alexandra Shipp
March 14, 2018
We sat down with director Greg Berlanti and two main cast members, Nick Robinson and Alexandra Shipp, to discuss their groundbreaking new film Love, Simon.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Sebastian Lelio
February 20, 2018
Director Sebastian Lelio joins us to discuss his Oscar-nominated new film A Fantastic Woman, opening at SIFF Cinema Egyptian on 2/23.
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Noir City 2018
February 16, 2018
Noir City 2018 presented by the Seattle International Film Festival. A week long celebration of the most iconic genre in Hollywood.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Eddie Muller
February 6, 2018
Celebrate the 100th episode of SIFFcast with a special tribute to all things noir. The Czar of Noir, Eddie Muller, takes a break from hosting TCM's Noir Alley to guide us on a journey through this year's Noir City festival.
SIFFcast
Best of 2017 Part 2
January 23, 2018
The SIFFcast team breaks down the best performances and films of 2017 and chat with history-making Oscar nominee Rachel Morrison about her work on Mudbound.
SIFFcast
Best of 2017 Part 1
January 3, 2018
In this special two-part episode we recap the past year in film with special guest Caleb Landry Jones (Get Out, Three Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri, The Florida Project).
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Richard Jenkins
December 19, 2017
Actor Richard Jenkins joins SIFFCast to discuss his acclaimed role in Guillermo del Toro’s The Shape of Water.
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Lady Bird with Greta Gerwig
November 30, 2017
Greta Gerwig joined us at SIFF Cinema Uptown to introduce her film Lady Bird.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Brett Morgen
November 29, 2017
Jeremy sits down with documentary filmmaker Brett Morgen to discuss his new film JANE, an intimate portrait of trailblazing conservationist Jane Goodall.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Nora Twomey
November 20, 2017
SIFFcast host Jeremy Cropf talks with Nora Twomey, director of the acclaimed new animated film The Breadwinner.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Jason Sussberg and David Alvarado
November 16, 2017
Explore the zany world of Bill Nye with this in-depth interview with the filmmakers of the new documentary Bill Nye: Science Guy – Jason Sussberg and David Alvarado.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Angelo Acerbi
November 8, 2017
SIFF programmer Angelo Acerbi talks to SIFFcast about the upcoming Cinema Italian Style festival.
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Sip for SIFF 2017
November 2, 2017
Photography from SIFF's annual fundraising gala Sip for SIFF.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Christopher Smith
October 31, 2017
Celebrate Halloween with the final episode of our SCARED SIFF special. Today we interview filmmaker Christopher Smith (Severance, Creep) about his work and influences.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Christopher B. Landon
October 30, 2017
SIFFcast speaks with writer/director Christopher B. Landon about his work on the Paranormal Activity franchise and his newest film Happy Death Day.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Jessica Harper
October 26, 2017
SIFFcast chats with legendary Scream Queen Jessica Harper about her work in Dario Argento’s classic film Suspiria (celebrating it’s 40th anniversary this year).
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Sean Baker
October 20, 2017
SIFFcast sits down with acclaimed director Sean Baker to discuss his newest film The Florida Project.
SIFFcast
SIFFCast with Shauna MacDonald
October 19, 2017
SCARED SIFF continues with an interview with an exclusive interview with veteran Scream Queen Shauna MacDonald (Neil Marshall’s The Descent).
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Bernard Rose
October 13, 2017
SIFFcast celebrates the scariest time of the year with a special month-long tribute to the horror genre. First up, we interview Candyman director Bernard Rose.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Dolores Huerta and Peter Bratt
October 3, 2017
On the newest SIFFcast, Jeremy chats with legendary civil rights activist Dolores Huerta and director Peter Bratt about their new documentary DOLORES (opening 10/6).
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with John Carroll Lynch
September 26, 2017
SIFFcast chats with acclaimed actor John Carroll Lynch about his debut film LUCKY, and shares memories of working with the late, great Harry Dean Stanton.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with SJ Chiro
September 22, 2017
Local director SJ Chiro joins the show to talk about her feature film debut LANE 1974, opening at SIFF Film Center on Friday 9/22.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Heather Booth
September 12, 2017
Jeremy sits down with the most influential person you’ve never heard of – Heather Booth. She is the subject of the new documentary Heather Booth: Changing the World.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with Amanda Lipitz
August 11, 2017
SIFFcast host Jeremy Cropf sits down with director Amanda Lipitz to talk about her critically-acclaimed debut feature Step.
SIFFcast
SIFFcast with William Oldroyd
July 31, 2017
SIFFcast host Jeremy Cropf chats with director William Oldroyd about his acclaimed debut feature Lady Macbeth
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An Inconvenient Sequel with Former Vice President Al Gore
July 30, 2017
Former Vice President Al Gore discusses his new documentary An Inconvenient Sequel: Truth to Power
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SIFFcast with Gillian Robespierre, Jenny Slate, and Abby Quinn
July 19, 2017
SIFFcast chats with the director and stars of Landline about the making of their quirky 90s-set comedy. Hilarious anecdotes ensue.
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SIFFcast with Nick Naveda
June 13, 2017
SIFFcast host Jeremy Cropf sits down with filmmaker Nick Naveda to discuss his directorial debut Say You Will, which had its World Premiere at SIFF 2017.
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SIFFcast with Andrew Gooi
June 12, 2017
SIFFcast host Jeremy sits down with Seattle-native director Andrew Gooi to chat about his new non-traditional culinary documentary Kakehashi: A Portrait of Chef Nobuo Fukada.
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SIFFcast with Douglas Trumbull
June 11, 2017
Jeremy talks with director and SFX legend Douglas Trumbull about his 1983 film Brainstorm.
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SIFFcast with David Soren
June 7, 2017
Jeremy talks with director of Captain Underpants, David Soren, about the new animated adaption of the children's comic book.
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SIFFcast with Matthew Heineman
June 7, 2017
Director Matthew Heineman (Cartel Land) discusses the tense subject matter of his most recent documentary, City of Ghosts.
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SIFFcast with Jeff Baena and Aubrey Plaza
June 6, 2017
Actress Aubrey Plaza and Director Jeff Baena talk to SIFFcast about their new film The Little Hours.
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Brainstorm | SIFF 2017
June 5, 2017
Photos of director Douglas Trumbull, audience, and post-film panelists for Brainstorm
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Pow Wow | SIFF 2017
June 5, 2017
Photos from the red carpet and screening of Pow Wow at the 2017 Seattle International Film Festival.
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SIFFcast with Zoe Lister-Jones
June 5, 2017
Zoe Lister-Jones shares her experiences of creating a feature film, Band Aid, while simultaneously making her directorial debut.
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Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey | SIFF 2017
June 4, 2017
Photos of the screening of and red carpet guests from Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey
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Festival Forums: June 3 | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos of the June 3, 2017 Festival forums at SIFF Lounge
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Devil's Freedom | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos from the screening of and guests from Devil's Freedom
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At the End of the Tunnel | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos of the screening of and red carpet guests from At the End of the Tunnel
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Bad Influence | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos of the first screening of and guests from Bad Influence.
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Landline | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos from the Red Carpet and screening of Landline at the 2017 Seattle International Film Festival.
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Centerpiece Gala | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos from the Centerpiece Gala at DAR Rainier Chapter House on Capitol Hill.
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Come, Together | SIFF 2017
June 3, 2017
Photos from the second screening of Come, Together
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SIFFcast at the SIFF 2017 Filmmaker Round Table
June 3, 2017
SIFF 2017 Filmmaker Round Table with Matt Heineman, Kate Brooks, Jeff Baena, Christopher Schaap, and Jairus McLeary.
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Infinity Baby | SIFF 2017
June 2, 2017
Photos of the screening of and red carpet guests from Infinity Baby
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Chameleon | SIFF 2017
June 2, 2017
Photos of the first screening and red carpet guests from Chameleon.
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Lane 1974 | SIFF 2017
June 2, 2017
Photos from the first screening of Lane 1974 at the 2017 Seattle International Film Festival.
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Patti Cake$ | SIFF 2017
June 1, 2017
Photos of the Patti Cake$ post-film Q&A with director Geremy Jasper
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Whose Streets? | SIFF 2017
June 1, 2017
Photos of the Whose Streets? screening and panelists
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The Cage Fighter | SIFF 2017
June 1, 2017
Photos from the SIFF 2017 screening of The Cage Fighter.
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Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie | SIFF 2017
June 1, 2017
Photos from the 2017 Seattle International Film Festival screening of Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie.
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Those Who Remain | SIFF 2017
June 1, 2017
Photos from the first screening of Those Who Remain
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Prom Queen Live | SIFF 2017
June 1, 2017
Pictures from Prom Queen's live performance at the Triple Door.
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SIFFcast at the SIFF 2017 Programmers Round Table
June 1, 2017
Our SIFF programmers discuss the films they selected the films for the New Director's Competition.
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SIFFcast with Katherine Fairfax Wright
June 1, 2017
Director Katherine Fairfax Wright joins SIFFcast to peel back the curtain on her film Behind the Curtain: Todrick Hall
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ShortsFest Closing Night | SIFF 2017
May 29, 2017
Photos from ShortsFest Closing Night
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Kakehashi: A Portrait of Nobuo Fukuda | SIFF 2017
May 29, 2017
Photos from the first screening of Kakehashi: A Portrait of Nobuo Fukuda
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WTF?! Shorts | SIFF 2017
May 28, 2017
Photos from the Red Carpet and screenings of the WTF?! short film package at SIFF 2017.
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The Hero: An Afternoon with Sam Elliott | SIFF 2017
May 28, 2017
Photos from the solo screening of The Hero.
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Family Picture Show | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos of the post-screening Q&A for Family Picture Show, a collection of short films.
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Finding KUKAN | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos of the red carpet guests from Finding KUKAN.
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Saturday Night Party | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos from second Saturday Night Party at Seattle Art Museum
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Animation4Adults | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos from the Animations4Adults short film program
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The Little Hours | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos from the first screening and Q&A of The Little Hours
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Indigenous Without Borders | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos from the featured short films of Indigenous Without Borders.
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Dolores | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
Photos from the screening and Q&A of Dolores. Guest appearance from Dolores Huerta.
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Friends of SIFF Party | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
The exclusive supporters of SIFF enjoy a party with special guests, Sam Elliott and Brett Haley.
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Neighbors | SIFF 2017
May 27, 2017
ShortsFest special presentation. What happens behind closed doors may surprise you.
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SIFFcast with Jairus McLeary
May 27, 2017
Director Jairus McLeary joins Jeremy to discuss his newest film, The Work.
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City of Ghosts | SIFF 2017
May 26, 2017
Photos of the screening and post-film Q&A with City of Ghosts director Matthew Heineman
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Prom King, 2010 | SIFF 2017
May 26, 2017
Photos from the first screening of Prom King, 2010
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Crossing Borders | SIFF 2017
May 26, 2017
Photos from the Crossing Borders short film collection.
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Rumble: The Indians Who Rocked the World | SIFF 2017
May 26, 2017
Photos from the Seattle premiere of Rumble paired with an Native American Art Exhibit.
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Point of No Return | SIFF 2017
May 26, 2017
Photos from the solo screening of Point of No Return.
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SIFFcast with Ian Ebright and Stefan Hajek and Rosalie Miller
May 26, 2017
Jeremy sits down with the team behind the new short film The Devil Needs a Fix, screening as part of ShortsFest at SIFF this weekend.
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500 Years | SIFF 2017
May 25, 2017
Photos of the red carpet guests from and post-screening Q&A for 500 Years
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Women on the Verge | SIFF 2017
May 25, 2017
Photos from the screenings of various short films focusing on women.
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ShortsFest Opening Weekend | SIFF 2017
May 25, 2017
Photos from the ShortsFest Opening Weekend and its guests.
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Investigating Paradise | SIFF 2017
May 24, 2017
Photos from the SIFF 2017 screening of Investigating Paradise
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Becoming Who I Was | SIFF 2017
May 24, 2017
Photos from the screening of Becoming Who I Was
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Those Redheads from Seattle | SIFF 2017
May 23, 2017
Photos from the 3D restoration of Lewis Foster's Those Redheads from Seattle.
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SIFFcast with Emer Reynolds and Frank Locatell
May 23, 2017
Director Emer Reynolds and Voyager Mission Engineer Frank Locatell talk with Jeremy about the documentary, The Farthest.
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Festival Forums: May 21 | SIFF 2017
May 21, 2017
Photos from the Filmmakers Roundtable, Documentary Ethics Panel, and Sweetheart Deal discussion at the SIFF lounge.
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SIFFcast at the SIFF 2017 Filmmaker Roundtable
May 21, 2017
Jeremy moderates a round table discussion with filmmakers Kevan Funk (Hello Destroyer), and Mark Dennis and Ben Foster (Time Trap) at the SIFF Lounge.
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SIFFcast with the Creators of Entanglement
May 21, 2017
Jeremy chats with director Jason James, producer Amber Ripley, and writer Jason Filiatrault about their new film Entanglement.
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Festival Forums: May 20 | SIFF 2017
May 20, 2017
Photos from the May 20 Filmmaker Roundtable as well as Film Criticism, and VR panels at the SIFF lounge.
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SIFFcast with Phil Borges and Kevin Tomlinson
May 20, 2017
SIFFcast host Jeremy speaks with Crazywise filmmakers Phil Borges and Kevin Tomlinson about their new film and the current mental health crisis in the U.S.
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Entanglement | SIFF 2017
May 19, 2017
Photos from the first screening of Entanglement.
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Lemon | SIFF 2017
May 19, 2017
Screening of Lemon with director Janicza Bravo and actor Brett Gelman
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The Fabulous Allan Carr | SIFF 2017
May 19, 2017
Photos from the premiere of The Fabulous Allan Carr
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SIFFcast with Kumail Nanjiani, Emily V. Gordon, and Michael Showalter
May 19, 2017
Jeremy sits down with Kumail Nanjiani, Emily V. Gordon, and Michael Showalter to talk about the making of their acclaimed new comedy The Big Sick.
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Opening Night Gala | SIFF 2017
May 18, 2017
Photos from the Opening Night Red Carpet & Gala
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SIFFcast with Mark Dennis and Zach Matz
May 18, 2017
On today’s episode, filmmakers Mark Dennis and Zach Matz chat with Jeremy about their new sci-fi adventure film Time Trap, premiering at SIFF May 19.
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SIFFcast at the SIFF Programmers' Round Table
May 17, 2017
SIFFcast previews the 43rd annual Seattle International Film Festival with the programming team. They pull back the curtain to reveal what goes into planning the largest film festival in the U.S.
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Donor and Member Preview | SIFF 2017
May 5, 2017
Photos from the Seattle International Film Festival 2017 Donor & Member Preview
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Cinema Twain
May 4, 2017
Val Kilmer stars as legendary American author in his one man play, Cinema Twain.
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SIFFcast with James Gray - Director of The Lost City of Z
April 21, 2017
Acclaimed director James Gray joins the show to discuss his new film The Lost City of Z.
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SIFFcast with Brent Stiefel
March 27, 2017
On episode 56 of SIFFcast, we welcome producer Brent Stiefel to the show.
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SIFFcast with Roberto Snieder
March 17, 2017
Filmmaker Roberto Sneider joins the show to talk about his new film You're Killing Me Susana.
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SIFFcast with Ceyda Torun - Director of Kedi
March 3, 2017
Director of Kedi, Ceyda Torun talks to SIFFCast about the great response she has recieved for her film
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SIFFcast with Ben Fountain
March 2, 2017
Ben Fountain joins us to discuss his acclaimed novel, recently adapted into a film by Ang Lee.
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SIFFcast with Eddie Muller
February 17, 2017
We welcome the writer Eddie Muller, best known as the "Czar of Noir", to talk about the Noir City film festival.
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Noir City 2017
February 16, 2017
Photos from Noir City Seattle 2017 - Photography by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast with Chad Stahelski
February 10, 2017
On today's episode we talk with Chad Stahelski, director of John Wick Chapter 2.
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I Am Not Your Negro Panel
February 3, 2017
Photo Gallery from the SIFF Cinema screening of I Am Not Your Negro plus panel discussion - Photography by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast 50th Episode Part 2
January 31, 2017
In part two of our two-part 50th Episode Spectacular we bring back our very first guest, punk icon and filmmaker Penelope Spheeris.
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Tampopo with Samurai Noodle
January 20, 2017
A repertory screening of Tampopo accompanied by Noodles courtesy of the Samurai Noodle Truck
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Peaches Christ's "Mister Act"
January 12, 2017
A drag misinterpretation of your favorite nun crime caper from the 1990s, Sister Act
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SIFFcast 50th Episode Part 1
January 10, 2017
In part one of our two-part celebration of our 50th episode we talk with special returning guests Stephen Tobolowsky and Dean Haglund.
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SIFFcast with Kirsten Johnson
December 23, 2016
Kirsten Johnson, director of Cameraperson, talks with SIFFcast about her documentary.
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SIFFcast with Anna Biller
November 21, 2016
We have a chat with Anna Biller about her new film The Love Witch.
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Cinema Italian Style
November 10, 2016
Photos from SIFF's Cinema Italian Style 2016 - Photography by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast with Beth Barrett
November 8, 2016
We chat with SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett about her top picks for the Cinema Italian Style festival.
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Halloween with Collide-O-Scope
October 31, 2016
Collide-O-Scope Host a Halloween Party at SIFF Cinema Egyptian - Photos by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast with Robert Eggers
October 31, 2016
On our Halloween episode, SIFFcast interviews Robert Eggers, the director of The Witch.
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Sip For SIFF
October 27, 2016
Photos from SIFF's Annual Gala and Fundraiser Sip For SIFF at Fremont Studios - Photography by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast with Fede Alvarez
October 26, 2016
We have a conversation with Fede Alvarez, the director of films like Evil Dead and Don't Breathe.
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Multiple Maniacs: Mink Stole
October 21, 2016
Mink Stole answers audience qustions after a screening of John Waters' Multiple Maniacs in which she stars - Photography by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast with Mike Flanagan
October 17, 2016
SIFFcast talks with Mike Flanagan, director of Oculus and Hush.
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SIFFcast Dan Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez
October 10, 2016
We sit down and chat with Dan Myrick and Eduardo Sánchez, the directors of The Blair Witch Project.
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SIFFcast with Sasha Lane
September 30, 2016
We have a conversation with Sasha Lane, the star of American Honey.
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French Cinema Now
September 29, 2016
Photos from SIFF Cinema's French Cinema Now Festival 2016 - Photography by Amy Kowalenko
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SIFFcast with John Waters
September 23, 2016
SIFFcast has a special treat for you as we talk to John Waters, director of Multiple Maniacs, about his film being in theaters again.
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SIFFcast with Ted Neeley
September 6, 2016
SIFFcast sits down with actor Ted Neeley, star of Jesus Christ Superstar, as we talk about his career.
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SIFFcast with Adam Nimoy
September 2, 2016
Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of Star Trek as we talk to Adam Nimoy, son of Leonard Nimoy and director of For the Love of Spock.
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SIFFcast with Richard Tanne
August 26, 2016
Join SIFFcast as we talk to director Richard Tanne about his new film Southside With You.
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SIFFcast with Jonathan Lynn
August 19, 2016
Jonathan Lynn, director of Clue, has a conversation with SIFFcast about the special shadow-cast screening of his film at SIFF Cinema Egyptian.
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SIFFcast with Eric Schwartz
August 16, 2016
Eric Schwartz has a conversation with SIFFcast about his new film Tattoo Nation.
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SIFFcast with Alain Gagnol
August 16, 2016
A conversation with Alain Gagnol, director of Phantom Boy.
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SIFFcast with Ian Ebright, Aimie Vallat, and Shawn Telford
July 22, 2016
A conversation with REEL NW featured directors Ian Ebright, Aimie Vallat, and Shawn Telford.
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SIFFcast with D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus
July 12, 2016
D.A. Pennebaker and Chris Hegedus, directors of Unlocking the Cage, talk to SIFFcast about their film.
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SIFFcast with Steve De Jarnatt
July 12, 2016
Director Steve De Jarnatt joins the podcast to talk about his upcoming films Miracle Mile and Cherry 2000.
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SIFFcast with Sue Williams
June 21, 2016
A conversation with Sue Williams, director of Death By Design.
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SIFFcast with Florian Cossen
June 11, 2016
Jeremy is joined by director Florian Cossen to talk about his film Coconut Hero.
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SIFFcast with Viggo Mortensen and Matt Ross
June 11, 2016
Viggo Mortensen and Matt Ross talk with SIFFcast about their new film Captain Fantastic.
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SIFFcast with Ned Crowley and Jim O'Heir
June 11, 2016
A conversation with director Ned Crowley and actor Jim O'Heir ("Parks and Recreation") about their film Middle Man.
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SIFFcast with Megan Griffiths and Lou Diamond Phillips
June 5, 2016
A conversation with director Megan Griffiths and actor Lou Diamond Phillips fromThe Night Stalker.
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SIFFcast with Chanya Button and Laura Carmichael
June 4, 2016
A conversation with Chanya Button, director of Burn Burn Burn, and Laura Carmichael (Lady Edith on "Downton Abbey").
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SIFFcast with Runar Runarsson
May 30, 2016
A conversation with Runar Runarsson, director of Sparrows.
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SIFFcast with David Novack
May 30, 2016
A conversation with David Novack, director of Finding Babel.
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SIFFcast with Robbie McCallum
May 29, 2016
A conversation with Robbie McCallum, director of Atlantic Heart.
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SIFFcast with Ti West
May 28, 2016
A conversation with Ti West, director of In A Valley of Violence.
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SIFFcast with Clea DuVall
May 28, 2016
A conversation with Clea DuVall, director of The Intervention.
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SIFFcast with Marco Lorenzen, Rene Frelle Petersen, and Jette Sondergaard
May 22, 2016
A conversation with producer Marco Lorenzen, director Rene Frelle Petersen, and actress Jette Sondergaard of Where Have All the Good Men Gone.
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SIFFcast with James Redford
May 20, 2016
A conversation with James Redford, director of Resilience.
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Seattle International Film Festival 2016
May 19, 2016
Photos from the 42nd Seattle International Film Festival
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SIFFcast with Nathan Adloff
May 19, 2016
A conversation with Nathan Adloff, director of Miles.
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SIFFcast with Trace Beaulieu
May 18, 2016
A conversation with Trace Beaulieu, actor and writer of Mystery Science Theater 3000.
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SIFFcast with Linas Phillips
May 10, 2016
A conversation with Lina Phillips, director of Rainbow Time.
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SIFFcast with Nadine Cloete
May 6, 2016
A conversation with Nadine Cloete, director of Action Commandante.
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Leafly
April 20, 2016
Photos from SIFF Cinema's Leafly Presents: A Night of Higher Entertainment
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SIFFcast with Jeff Nichols
March 28, 2016
A conversation with Jeff Nichols, director of Midnight Special.
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SIFFcast with Taimak
March 25, 2016
A conversation with Taimak, star of the martial arts classic The Last Dragon, about what it was like on set, his upcoming autobiography, and more!
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SIFFcast with Stephen Tobolowsky
February 28, 2016
A conversation with Stephen Tobolowsky from Groundhog Day and "Silicon Valley".
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SIFFcast with Penelope Spheeris and Anna Fox
February 16, 2016
SIFFcast with Penelope Spheeris and Anna Fox
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SIFFcast with Robert Eggers
February 9, 2016
A talk with Robert Eggers and his work in horror films.